What’s the best outdoor bin store for your driveway

Outdoor bins are a necessity of modern life yet are quite ugly! Function over form. Avoid the eyesore on your driveway and store yours in an bin store. But which is the best outdoor bin store for your driveway?

 

A fantastic range of storage solutions are available, even if you don’t fancy build a DIY bin store. Whether you’re looking for to hide a single wheelie bin or trying to keep multiple boxes tidy, you have plenty of options.

 

Available in several finishes, you can match your outdoor bin store to front garden design. You may prefer a plastic solution over a timber or metal one. Thankfully, there are bins stores for every budget, space and requirement.

 

Having reviewed a range, we’ve picked out 10 of the best outdoor bin stores available. We’ve tried to include an option for practically everyone.

 

 

* Prices correct at time of publishing

 

 

Keter Store-It Out Midi Garden Storage

 

Description

First on our list is the Keter Store-It Out Midi Garden Storage, which is affordably priced. it’s an ideal storage solution for garden tools, BBQ and 2 120 litre wheelie bins.

 

Keter is well-known for designing solid products which are manufactured from plastic. The durable, weather-resistant design requires no maintenance and doesn’t fade.

 

It does arrive flat-packed and will take around an hour to assemble. Thankfully the picture instructions are easy to follow.

 

This unit uses elegant wood effect panels that open from the front and top. Easily secured with a lock, the top and doors meet in a single place. You’ll need to supply a lock.

 

The heavy-duty floor with sloped threshold makes it easy to wheel bins in and out. Also, adding shelves takes minutes as there’s built-in shelf support.

 

Designed to accommodate 2 x 120 Litre wheelie bins, you could add a shelf across the middle and store 4 standard size recycling boxes.

 

 

Conclusion

Having owned a Keter Store-It Out Midi Garden Storage for years, it’s well designed and solid. While assembling takes a bit of time, the instructions are easy to follow and once built, it’ll last for years! 9/10

 

 

 

LIFETIME 60212 Horizontal Storage Shed

 

Description

Designed for multiple purposes, the LIFETIME 60212 Horizontal Storage Shed can easily store 2 wheelie bins and is the most expensive unit on our list.

 

Built using high-density polyethene (HDPE) and metal, the unit is sturdy and solid. The UV-protected panels and lid will not fade, crack, or peel. It will provide years of use while withstanding the elements.

 

With a large interior capacity, you could easily fit 2 wheelie bins, garden tools, firewood or a combination of them. As both the top and front open, add rubbish or items is simple as is removing bins in time for collection.

 

The spring-hinge lid is solid and connects to the doors, creating a single locking point. The doors, much like the lid are solid and open 180 degrees, making it easy to place items inside.

 

Finally, with a 5-Year limited warranty, you can buy with peace of mind.

 

 

Conclusion

As our most expensive unit, the LIFETIME 60212 Horizontal Storage Shed is durable and sturdy. Assembling takes a few hours and you’ll need a drill with a screwdriver attachment.

 

You can easily fit a range of items inside including 2 wheelie bins. The spring-hinge lid makes adding items to the bins easy as you don’t have to hold it up with one hand. 9/10

 

 

 

MonsterShop Triple Wooden Wheelie Bin Store

 

Description

If you’re looking to hide up to 3 x 240-litre wheelie bins or 2 and firewood, then it’s worth considering the MonsterShop Triple Wooden Wheelie Bin Store.

 

Arriving flat-packed, it’s quick and easy to assemble. The pack includes a fixing kit, making it easy for you to secure to a wall or fence. The strong, long-lasting timber looks superb. Of course, it’s ideal for painting using shed paint and effectively hides your rubbish bins.

 

Each of the three compartments has a latched door. The lid is simple to open or close as it’s on a chain. Moving bins in and out is quick and easy. The slatted design also keeps bad smells at bay and ensure they don’t spread.

 

 

Conclusion

If you’re trying to tidy your bins and possibly firewood, then the MonsterShop Triple Wooden Wheelie Bin Store might be the right solution.

 

It does require assembly yet this is simple. A timber product, it looks fantastic in its natural colour and is ideal for painting. Plus the free fixings kit is a nice bonus. 8/10

 

 

 

Rowlinson Double Wheelie Bin Store

 

Description

Rowlinson offers a range of outdoor bin storage solutions including this double wheelie bin store.

 

Built from pressure-treated timber in a natural finish, it’s designed to last for years and prime for painting. This attractive storage solution hides two standard sized wheelie bins.

 

The two lids are secured on chains and lift up, allowing rubbish to be easily added. When it’s rubbish day, the front doors open, enabling you to wheel out the bins.

 

Arriving flat-packed, it takes around 2 people an hour to build and thankfully the instructions are easy to follow. A fixing kit is also included.

 

 

Conclusion

Available in several formats (1/2/3 wheelie bins and recycling boxes) and built using treated timber, the Rowlinson Double Wheelie Bin Store is attractive and well designed.

 

Expect to spend an hour or two on assembly. Once built, your bins will be hidden in good looking storage with easy access. 8/10

 

 

 

Checo Ltd Single Wooden Wheelie Bin Store

 

Description

If you only have a single wheelie bin to store, then you’ll still want an attractive solution. This Checo Ltd Single Wooden Wheelie Bin Store is ideal!

 

Arriving flat-packed, it will take under an hour to assemble and you’ll need a cordless drill with a screwdriver attachment. Built using treated wood, it’s stylish and comes with a 10-year anti-rot guarantee.

 

As you might expect both the top and the front open allowing for easy access whether you’re adding rubbish or moving the bin to the kerb for collection day.

 

The natural timber colour looks fantastic yet is perfect for painting. Over time, it will age nicely while hiding your bin. Also, could be ideal for storing firewood.

 

 

Conclusion

While assembling the Checo Ltd Single Wooden Wheelie Bin Store requires a bit time and a good screwdriver, the result is excellent. The instructions are a little brief, but good enough to aid you.

 

It might be worth upgrading the hinges as don’t they feel that substantial and for a few pounds will extend the life. Overall, it looks superb and keeps the driveway tidy without much fuss. 8/10

 

 

 

FESTNIGHT Double Bin Shed

 

Description

The FESTNIGHT Double Bin Shed blends Pinewood and Wicker to create an attractive yet durable solution.

 

Easy to assemble and with mounting materials included, you’ll be able to hide your ugly bins! Made from pinewood and natural wicker, its rustic design is both weather-resistant and durable.

 

The two compartments can each hold a 240-litre wheelie bin and have individually opening front doors which allow the bins to be easily removed and emptied. While the front locks enable you to keep the doors securely shut.

 

Each compartment also has a lid which makes adding rubbish very simple. However, they can not be locked.

 

If you’re looking for a stylish solution to hide your bins, then this could be ideal!

 

 

Conclusion

With a stylish design which incorporates durable and weather-resistant materials, the FESTNIGHT Double Bin Shed is a superb looking unit. As with all bin storage solutions, building it isn’t complex but does take some time

 

We’d modify it slightly to have locking lids (even if we simply added catches) but overall it’s a fantastic solution that’s well worth the price. 8/10

 

 

 

Charles Bentley Nordic Spruce Triple Bin Store

 

Description

The Charles Bentley Nordic Spruce Triple Bin Store is designed to store three 240 litre wheelie bins or two 240 litre wheelie bins and two recycling boxes.

 

Made from Estonian Nordic spruce and metal bolts and hinges. It looks fantastic both natural and painted. You’ll need to assemble but full instructions are provided. You’ll need is a drill is required to drill pilot holes and a screwdriver.

 

Separated into 3 compartments, each of which has a locking door and a lid with a chain. This makes it easy to add waste and move when full/empty. The Fully enclosed slats to protect against the elements.

 

Shelving is included if you want to use one of the compartments for recycling boxes. Overall it’s flexible storage for all of your household waste.

 

 

Conclusion

If you’re looking for flexible bin storage, then consider Charles Bentley Nordic Spruce Triple Bin Store. You’ll need a drill, screwdriver and a heap of patience to assembly.

 

Once built, it looks fantastic and can store wheelie bins and recycling boxes. The doors and lid make using it easy. While it looks fantastic natural, it might look even better painted! 8/10

 

 

 

Palram Skylight Voyager Grey Shed

 

Description

Ideal for storing 2 wheelie bins or garden furniture, the Palram Skylight Voyager Grey Shed is highly durable.

 

Made from virtually unbreakable high impact 100% UV protected polycarbonate panels, it’s completely maintenance-free. It won’t rust, rot or peel and looks stylish.

 

Opening the lockable doors reveals a low threshold ramp which provides easy access for loading/unloading wheelie bins. The top is fixed and so you’ll always need to open the doors to add waste to the bins.

 

The anti-slip floor and large storage space make it ideal for storing 2 large wheelie bins or a single and some garden furniture.

 

Easy build thanks to the simple to follow step-by-step instructions. The Voyager shed range is a great small storage solution for any garden. The shed is covered by a 10-year limited warranty.

 

 

Conclusion

Arriving flat-packed, the Palram Skylight Voyager Grey Shed takes 2 people around an hour to build and may take longer, thanks to poor instruction. That said, once built the structure is solid and durable, even if the panels feel a little flimsy.

 

The fixed roof means you’ll always have to open the doors and wheel the bin out before being able to add rubbish. However, the doors are sturdy and fold flat provide a large opening. It’s ideal for storing a range of bins or garden furniture. 7/10

 

 

 

vidaXL Poly Rattan Double Wheelie Bin Shed

 

Description

This vidaXL Double Wheelie Bin Shed Poly Rattan costs just over £100 looks stylish yet is practical.

 

As fans of poly rattan garden furniture, this unit from VidaXL uses a powder-coated steel frame with PE rattan. It is very sturdy, durable, water-resistant and rot-resistant. The black finish is timeless and sleek.

 

Designed to store two wheelie bins, you could use for general garden storage. The top can be opened for easy access to the bins when depositing rubbish. With two individually opening doors, each with a system, bins can be easily removed and emptied.

 

 

Conclusion

Suffering from poor instruction, building the vidaXL Double Wheelie Bin Shed Poly Rattan can take a few hours and requires good DIY skills. Thanks to its combination of steel frame and poly rattan, will last for years to come.

 

It doesn’t come with a fixing kit, so you’ll need to find your own method to secure it. However, it does do a fantastic job of storing wheelie bins with easy access from the top and front. 7/10

 

 

 

Rutland County Garden Furniture Morcott Single Wheelie Bin Storage Unit

 

Description

Attractive Storage Unit to house 1 Wheelie Bin, the Rutland County Garden Furniture Morcott Single Wheelie Bin Storage Unit is built using pressure-treated timber for maximum durability.

 

It’s robust and beautifully finished. Free from rot and fungal attack for up to 15 years.

 

Arriving flat-pack, the easy to follow instruction makes building the unit simple and you only need a screwdriver to assemble.

 

A hinged roof allows for easy access to your bin. The front panel is detachable. Overall it’s a stylish unit with a natural finish yet is ideal for painting.

 

The free-standing design doesn’t need to be placed against a wall or secured to the ground. As well as the single wheelie bin unit, the Morcott range includes 2 or 3 unit versions and also as a matching recycling unit.

 

 

Conclusion

While fairly expensive, the Rutland County Garden Furniture Morcott Single Wheelie Bin Storage Unit will last at least 15 years. It’s stylish and uses heavy-duty 3×3 posts and featheredge board to ensure longevity.

 

Assembling is fairly straight forward, although the instructions could be better. However, once built, it doesn’t need any additional support or fixing to a wall or fence.

 

The detachable door and easy to open lid are fantastic features and make it simple to move it around and placing waste inside. Thanks to its small footprint, it hides a wheelie bin with ease, you’ll forget it there! 7/10

 

 

 

What’s the best outdoor bin store?

Whatever your requirements, there’s a fantastic range of the best outdoor bin stores available. All will require some assembly but most come with easy to follow instructions. You’ll probably need more patience than DIY skills or tools!

 

Our favourite has to be the Keter Store-It Out Midi Garden Storage as it’s solid, maintenance-free and easily locked. You could store 2 wheelie bins or a mix of recycling bins and a wheelie bin. Also at under £100, it’s highly affordable.

 

Also at the top of our list is LIFETIME 60212 Horizontal Storage Shed. Again it’s durable, well designed and maintenance free. However, unlike the Keter it’s pricey.

 

Finally, it’s worth mentioning the Charles Bentley Nordic Spruce Triple Bin Store. While large and a pain to assemble, it’s flexible and comes with shelving, allowing you to quickly convert it from 3 wheelie bins to 2 wheelie bins and 2 recycling boxes.

 

Whichever outdoor bin store you end up buying, if you purchase a wooden unit, consider painting it to blend into your garden. There are loads of exciting colours available and most only require a single coat.