i need plastic bins to store clothing outside in a wood shed built on concrete. will these keep out moisture and bugs?
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I have a bigger size but assume the construction is the same. The lids fit snug but don't create an airtight seal; I'd tape them before storing them in a shed.
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Unless these tubs had an airtight seal (which they don't-- just a normal plastic storage tub seal), moisture might be an issue. I'd try bagging the clothes tightly in the tubs. The vacuum bags where you suck out all the air and shrink a tall pile of clothes to a couple inches is probably your best bet. This should also take care of the bug issue. For short term storage of everyday clothing that doesn't require "archival level preservation", I'd recommend these tubs with the aforementioned vacuum sealed bags.
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We bought them to trap bugs inside the bins and them worked. I assume because they are plastic that they would keep water out. I actually did not see them, bought them for my mother at another location
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Well, they are plastic. My wonder would be how well the adhesive would stick in a highly humid environment. I would give it a shot though. Good luck!
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Yes, if they have some kind of covering. I have 2 outside in a wooden box on the deck. I wouldn't put them where its exposed to the elements.
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I think it would still work fine, but I believe I would put something on the concrete first, more to protect the concrete. Looking forward to see what other opinions may be about this. Mine is on bare ground, but I initially considered putting a large metal square on ground before I set the bin up.
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Much of this unit is plastic. I would not recommend outdoor storage. A shed or storage closet would be fine.
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I use mine in an unheated outside garage. They don't get wet or stand in puddles but have worked great on a lumber rack I made. JL
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Not designed for outside use--fine for garage storage(shoes by the door--ect) but not something that I would expose to rain, sleet and snow--much too nice --and if you put really heavy items in the compartments it might collapse--designed more for light weight items like shoes or clothing
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Yes, they fit the large trash bin. However, the reason I purchased them is that they are transparent -- and I use them for storage of large items, so they can be stored in a partially outdoor area (subject to dust, bugs, etc) and so that the contents remain visible.
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They aren't anti-static bags if that is what you are asking. But if that is not a concern, I'm sure they would work fine to store electronics.
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The recycle bins are made of HDPE (high density polyethylene). With normal use, this material can perform well in cold temperatures. I have not personally tested them--I live in Arizona! But my husband is a material specialist and this information comes from him.
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These boxes are made of plastic and should last several seasons if they are stored away from freezing with the dirt in them and away from blisteringly hot sun. If you buy them now, just put then in a garage or basement and they should be fine.
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Sterilite Cabinet is absolutely Water Resistant - made of a heavy gauge Polymer material. Would work well for storage outside on your patio.
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That's where I've been using one of mine. I have a dry basement, so I guess it depends. So far, no problems, in fact it solves a lot of problems for storing woolens over the summer. There's a piece of cedar that repels moths.
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I live in Ohio and we have bad weather and store in a shed, but just buy a good cover the same as anything you store outside.
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I am sorry I don't know - I buy these bins to store things on the top shelves of my closets. They are great for that sort of storage also!
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Hi, I got this to store my hunting gear in the basement. From what I have read this bin is pretty tough for hauling and storing tools in trucks and sheds so exposure to sun shouldn't be a problem to a level. I just don't know about long term exposure to elements. Its built like a tank though. ..
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They look like they are made of hard plastic like PVC. I would think they would work outside. I used them in my shed for a workbench.