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20+ Storage Trunks to Buy and Build

Written by Emily Benson

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Storage trunks are a great way to add extra storage in plain sight in a beautiful way. There are so many places to add extra storage with the help of a trunk, chest, or bench.

Add more hidden storage with these in-wall ideas, bathroom storage, and more great storage ideas.

Striped storage trunks as a coffee table in a living room, SLPH 2018 Home 13 Magleby Communties, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 13 Magleby Communties, photo by Remodelaholic

Storage Trunks to Buy

Storage is such a useful thing in the home. Having a place for things can help keep clutter and mess at bay. One of our favorite ways to keep blankets, pillows, toys, books, and all the other little things organized is with pretty storage trunks, benches, and chests.

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  1. Cottage Wooden Storage Chest – Walmart
  2. Rattan Coffee Table with Storage – Wayfair
  3. Wood Storage Bench – Wayfair
  4. Wicker Storage Chest – Wayfair
  5. Solid Wood Lift Top Coffee Table – Wayfair
  6. Toy Box on Wheels in multiple colors – Wayfair
  7. Wicker Trunk Set – Walmart
  8. Walnut Trunk Coffee Table – Wayfair
  9. Storage Trunk Set – Walmart
  10. Harmony Toy Box or Storage Trunk – Wayfair
  11. Mediterranean Coffee Table Trunk – Wayfair
  12. Farmhouse Storage Trunk – Walmart
  13. Two Piece Accent Trunk Set – Wayfair
  14. Tufted Storage Ottoman – Wayfair
  15. Cube Storage Bench – Walmart
  16. Meadowside Flip Top Bench – Wayfair
  17. Acacia Wood Bench – Wayfair
  18. Wood Storage Chest – Wayfair
  19. Upholstered Bench with storage – Wayfair
  20. Dunbarton Storage Bench – Wayfair
  21. Storage Bench with Cushion and Drawers – World Market
  22. Wood Bench with Upholstered top – Walmart

Storage Trunks to Build

If you can’t quite find the perfect storage trunk to buy, try one of these ideas to inspire you to build your own storage chest or bench. Some of these ideas are simple and could be painted, stained, or dressed up in different ways.

  1. Geometric Storage Box by Shark Tails for Remodelaholic
  2. Plywood Storage Chest by Woodshop Diaries for Remodelaholic
  3. Rolling Plywood Storage Box
  4. Banquette Bench with Storage, Learn more about building one here

Inspiration Rooms with Storage Trunks

See storage trunks in action in these beautiful home show inspiration photos.

Storage trunk at the end of a bed for added storage, SLPH 2018 Home 6 Bradshaw Homes & Property, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 6 Bradshaw Homes & Property, photo by Remodelaholic

Adding a trunk at the end of a bed is a great spot for extra clothing storage, and a place to sit while putting on socks, or getting dressed.

A comfy storage chest to hide storage and a spot to sit, SGPH 2019 House 12 DG Ventures, LLC, Photo of Remodelaholic

SGPH 2019 House 12 DG Ventures, LLC, Photo of Remodelaholic

Go comfy with a cushioned storage chest at the foot of the bed.

Cut little boy room with a blue storage trunk for storing toys, SLPH 2018 Home 10 Hardrock Homes, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 10 Hardrock Homes, photo by Remodelaholic

They work great in kid bedrooms too. The perfect place to keep all the extra toys. And they can add a fun element of design or pop of color.

Upholstered storage ottoman as a coffee table with a tray, SLPH 2018 Home 12 Richmond American Homes, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 12 Richmond American Homes, photo by Remodelaholic

Living rooms are another great place to add some extra storage. They also can do double duty as an ottoman or coffee table. There are great options in an upholstered look.

Wicker storage chest as a coffee table with extra storage, SLPH 2018 Home 13 Magleby Communties, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 13 Magleby Communties, photo by Remodelaholic

Or go with a wicker one. Either type work well with a cute tray on top to corral all decor or books.

Add a storage bench in the entryway for extra seating and hidden storage, SLPH 2018 Home 14 Magleby Communities, photo by Remodelaholic

SLPH 2018 Home 14 Magleby Communities, photo by Remodelaholic

This storage bench is built-in, but this is a great idea for an entryway or mudroom. Add a storage trunk with a cushion and pillows for a place to put on shoes, and store essentials.

Now build a pallet tray or hexagon tray for on top of a storage trunk. Then learn how to style it like a coffee table too.

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Published: April 3, 2020Filed Under: Remodel Inspiration By Room, Round Up Posts Tagged: shopping guide, storage ideas, storage solutions

About Emily Benson

I'm Emily and I share my ideas to celebrate and create over at The Benson Street.


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