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Finding Organization with Wicker Storage Baskets

Posted in Organizing on May 19th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

Wicker storage baskets are a step above the plastic storage bins or old shoebox. With wicker, any storage can be decorator stylish. Not only do these baskets come in a variety of sizes and colors, but also with or without fabric liners and lids.

For any room, a wicker basket will not only organize, but add a nice style. They work in bedrooms, playrooms, bathrooms, in fact, there really is not a room where a wicker storage basket would be out of place. By matching colors of the basket and liners tot he decor, they will be a great addition to the room while keeping things in their place.

In a bathroom, a wicker basket can hold towels or extra soaps and shampoos, even things like hair dryers or flat irons. They can be stored underneath cabinets, but because of the nice look they have, can stand on their own quite nicely. With the different sizes of wicker baskets, they can even go vanity top to hold make up or skin care products.

As far as playrooms go, the sky is the limit for storage wicker baskets. White wicker with bright fabric liners would be great in a playroom, and they can hold anything – legos, puzzles, doll clothes, stuffed animals, play food, books, whatever it is the children have can be put in these baskets. A nice feature is the ease of handling them. A child can just pull out the basket with the desired contents, and after play, things are easily put back.

Wicker baskets work perfectly in bedrooms, too, especially for a catch all for clothes. Maybe the dressers do not have quite enough room, but with a wicker basket in the closet, there is a place for sweaters or work out clothes. A basket is also great to store hobby items, like knitting or reading, and can go bedside or in other rooms, like the living room.

Using a wicker storage basket is a great way to organize. Those old shoe boxes and shopping bags can be thrown out, and the space will look neat and clean with the help of these baskets.

Using Wicker Baskets For Storage And Laundry

Posted in Home on April 30th, 2010 by admin – Comments Off

Wicker baskets are baskets made from hand-woven branches of wood. The branches are woven around a metal frame for strength and support. Because of this method of creation, wicker baskets have a classical look, but they can be designed and decorated to suit all types of homes.

Many people use these baskets for storing their laundry and other items kept at home. Wicker laundry baskets and wicker storage baskets are given a coating at the time of manufacture to make them resistant to mold and mildew. The laundry baskets often receive a more resilient coating so that they can handle damp or even saturated clothing.

Wicker baskets often have a rectangular frame and large handles so that they can be easily lifted and carried. This is particularly true of the larger laundry baskets. Smaller baskets used for purposes such as temporary garbage storage tend to not have these handles. This, of course, makes them extremely versatile.

Another feature you will commonly find with these baskets is a very strong frame made from metal or plastic to make them highly damage resistant. They will also often come with a cotton canvas liner to protect the basket from the storage items. The canvas lines is a popular accessory for the laundry baskets, as they heavily reduce how much moisture reaches the underlying basket wood. Some Wicker baskets also have a closable lid which is convenient if you feel the need to protect the contents of the basket from the elements.

Choosing a Wicker basket does limit your options somewhat when it comes to style. However, within the range, there is an impressive variety of different baskets available these days. If you have a look at a few store catalogues, you will likely be impressed by the creativity and imagination of those who design and manufacture these baskets.

Wicker baskets can be bought cheaply over the Internet, and most online stores provide good images of the items that they are selling. Thus, nowadays there is little incentive for us to make the trip to various stores to inspect the baskets in person. The reason online baskets are cheaper is due to the lower costs associated with running an online retail business. No commercial rent and no customer service salaries means lower prices and more money in our pocket at the end of the day.