4 Ways to Use a Storage Cart
From corralling clutter in a kids' room to gathering tools in the garage, we share clever ways to use a cart.
This is the little blue cart that could! With its streamlined design and bold color, this metal cart can be used for much more than just tool storage in the garage (though it's perfect for that, too). Our editors love this blue utility cart in every room of the home, from the garden to the dining room. Take a peek at how we've used it and then pick up one of your own.
#1 Garden Potting Cart
A designated garden cart makes it easy to take all of your necessities from the front yard to the back without any heavy lifting. Keep your cart stocked with tools, gloves, pots, soil, a sun hat, and a gardening book (or a portable radio for tunes!).
Put this cart to good use and refresh the look of your outdoor space with ease. Get started by taking a peek at our 16 Essentials for Updating Your Garden.
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When it's planting season, consider the cart your staging area. Work on one part of the yard at a time and gather everything you'll need for that sectionon the cart.
Not just for tools, a cart in the garage can contain painting supplies, car essentials, safety gear, and more. Keep similar items together in mesh metal baskets or bins, so they're easy to see and find.
Looking for more workspace ideas? Read our 14 Ways to Declutter Your Garage.
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When you're in the middle of a project, hang the tools you're using from the cart's handle for easy access.
Create a portable activity center for your kiddos, so they can play no matter where they are. Gather messy items (paints, markers, playdough) into woven baskets, while books can be stacked or reined in by bookends.
For more kids' organization ideas, check out our favorite 9 Kids' Bedroom Storage Ideas.
#4 Bright Bar Cart
For an unexpected twist on the popular bar cart, choose an industrial-style storage cart. This sturdy option can handle the heavy bottles, while its vibrant color adds life to any room!
Love this idea? Read our editors' best tips on how to Outfit Your Bar Cart.
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For a quirky laboratory feel, we selected oddly shaped decanters and beakers.
