Toy Box Guide
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Toy boxes and chests come in all shapes and sizes and are made in all kinds of materials these days, which means everyone can choose one which suits their taste and their budget. |
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For some, nothing can beat the traditional wooden toy box. Made from wood and with a natural finish, this kind of box will look good in any room, whether it is a children's bedroom or playroom, or in another room in the house. The plain finish on this style of toy box gives a classic, discreet appearance, especially if it is being put in a lounge or other family room. | |
| Wooden boxes can also be painted, either in a plain colour or something more vibrant and either kind of finish can be personalised with stickers and motifs if desired. | ||
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Being wooden, these boxes and chests withstand all kinds of use, including being used as a seat or to stand on. Many come with cushioned tops designed specifically for use as a seat as well as for storage and adding a seat to limited space can be a bonus. |
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An alternative to the wooden box and one which also has all the strength and sturdiness of a wooden box, is one made out of MDF. This durable wood substitute looks great when painted and the colours chosen can match those of the other furniture in the child's room. |
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Both MDF and wooden boxes can be purchased as flat pack items and assembly of them is easy whether this requires tools or not. Some simply slot together, the pieces interlocking and creating an attractive box with more features than a more traditional style box. |
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Not everyone wants a classic appearance and as the box is for toys, some like them to be colourful and decorative, reflecting the nature of their use. Shops sell great chests with lovely cheerful pictures for younger children, beautiful girlie designs or fabulous boy favourites such as dinosaurs and pirates. |
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| All children have their favourite characters from story books, television and films and these days, there are lots of toy boxes available with these characters on them. | ||
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From Peppa Pig to Disney's princesses to the Toy Story characters, there is a favourite for everyone to choose from. |
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These character toy boxes can be found in a range of materials including MDF, strong plastic or reinforced fabric. |
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