Collection: Outdoor Storage

What outdoor storage do you need?

The right outdoor storage depends on what you're protecting from the weather. Cushions and outdoor gear want a deck box or storage box that keeps them dry between uses, a form of garden storage. Garden tools and pots suit a storage shed or tall cabinet. Pool equipment, kids' toys or firewood need a weatherproof box sized to the load. And a small balcony gains from a slim outdoor cabinet against the wall. Work out what's getting rained on or cluttering the yard, and the size and type follow. The key with any of it is weatherproofing.

How weatherproof does outdoor storage need to be?

Match the protection to the contents and your climate. A resin or plastic deck box shrugs off rain and sun and won't rust, well suited to cushions and gear you want dry. A metal shed or cabinet holds more and locks, but needs a rust-resistant coating for a coastal or wet climate. Check for drainage or a raised base so water doesn't pool inside, and a lid seal that keeps rain out. Position it out of the harshest sun to slow fading. The wetter your climate, the more the weatherproofing matters.

Deck box, cabinet or shed — which suits you?

Each suits a different load and space. A deck box is a weatherproof chest for cushions and smaller gear, doubling as a bench or side surface on a patio. An outdoor cabinet stands taller against a wall, storing tools and supplies with shelves and a lock. A storage shed holds the most — mowers, bikes, big tools — for a yard with room. Match the type to your load: a box for cushions, a cabinet for tools, a shed for the big gear.

What we'd tell a friend before they buy outdoor storage

Here's the honest bit. The weatherproofing claim is only as good as the lid seal and the base — water gets in through a poor seal or pools on a flat floor, ruining what's inside. Check for a sealed lid and drainage or a raised base. In a windy spot, a light empty deck box can blow around, so look for one you can weight or anchor. And UV fade is real on cheaper plastics, so position it out of the harshest sun. Buy on the seal and the base, not just the size.

FAQs – get the answers you need

Is a deck box waterproof?
A good resin or plastic deck box is weatherproof with a sealed lid, keeping cushions and gear dry. Check for a lid seal and drainage so water doesn't get in or pool inside.

What can I store in outdoor storage?
Cushions, garden tools, pool gear, kids' toys, firewood and more. A deck box suits cushions and smaller gear; a cabinet or shed holds tools and bigger items.

Does outdoor storage rust?
Resin and plastic won't rust. Metal sheds and cabinets need a rust-resistant coating, especially in a coastal or wet climate. Check the finish for your conditions.

Can a deck box double as seating?
Yes. Many deck boxes have a flat, sturdy lid that works as a bench or side surface on a patio, so it stores and seats.

How do I stop outdoor storage blowing over?
A light empty box can move in wind. Look for one you can weight down or anchor, and position it against a wall or in a sheltered spot.

Complete the outdoor space

Outdoor storage pairs with the patio. Keep cushions for your outdoor lounge dry, store gear near the outdoor furniture, and add hooks and racks for tools.

Paying over time is easy — a $129 deck box is four fortnightly payments of $32.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 work the same way. Everything ships from our Australian warehouse within 1–2 business days, carries a 12-month warranty, and comes with 30 days to change your mind. We're family-run and Australian, at this since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.