Wheelie Good Bin Storage Ideas from SAVERSTREET
Everywhere I seem to go
Be it somewhere high or somewhere low
It’s like one of the seven deadly sins
It’s the invasion of the wheelie bins
— Extract from Invasion Of The Wheelie Bins
Let’s be honest… wheelie bins aren’t exactly the prettiest addition to our homes and gardens. Yes, they’re essential for our recycling efforts (go us! ♻️), but having a row of big plastic boxes on display doesn’t exactly scream “curb appeal.”
If you’re lucky, you might have a tucked-away corner to hide them in. For the rest of us, they tend to be front-and-centre — and a bit of an eyesore. But don’t worry! With a little creativity, you can turn your storage from drab to fab. Here are some wheelie good ideas to get you started:
Wheelie Bin Plant Screen
One of the simplest and most natural ways to disguise them is with greenery. A living plant screen not only hides them but also makes your outdoor space look lush and vibrant.
Things to keep in mind:
- Go evergreen if you want year-round coverage.
- Choose plants that stay narrow enough to leave room for access.
- Avoid prickly customers like holly (ouch!).
Great plant picks:
- Thuja – A classic evergreen hedge: dense, neat, and super low-maintenance.
2. Pittosporum – Glossy leaves with lots of pretty varieties (from silver to purple).
3. Osmanthus delavayi – Evergreen AND fragrant spring flowers = win-win!
4. Living Willow Fence – Compact, low fuss, and a unique alternative hedge.
5 & 6.Hornbeam or Beech – Not evergreen, but their twiggy branches still screen well.
Wheelie Bin Screen
Not a plant person? No problem. A simple fence or panel screen can work wonders.
- Pop a couple of posts in and slot in fence panels, woven willow panels, or even trellis.
- Get creative with paint colours — go subtle with grey, or bold with a bright pop of colour.
- Add climbing plants (like roses or clematis) to bring life, colour, and fragrance.
Here’s a super-handy video on setting fence panels in place: Watch here.
️ Wheelie Bin Storage Units
For those who fancy a bigger DIY project, a storage chest might be the ultimate solution.
These wooden enclosures can be made to fit however many plastic eyesores you have, with lids or doors for easy access. You can even build them with planter tops — double duty storage + greenery!
All you’ll need are:
- A drill, a saw, and some decent wood.
- Strong posts for the frame (the sides can be made from cheaper or reclaimed wood).
- Your imagination — think slatted wood, trellis, or even wicker for a softer finish.
Check out these clever builds for inspiration:
A Final Thought
Wheelie bins may never be beautiful on their own, but with a bit of creativity you can turn that eyesore into a stylish, practical feature of your garden or driveway. Whether you go green with a hedge, artistic with a trellis, or hands-on with a DIY storage unit — you’ll be surprised how much nicer your space looks once those bins are out of sight!
So don’t let the “invasion of the wheelie bins” take over your home. Instead, take control with a wheelie good storage idea that works for you.