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We all love building with little toy bricks such as LEGO®, MEGA™ and more. The creativity, the building, the joy of snapping that final brick into place is unbeatable. But if there is one thing brick fans do not love, it is the mess. From tiny parts scattered across the floor to lost instructions and half‑built sets gathering dust, storing LEGO and MEGA sets can quickly become a challenge.

Whether you are a parent, collector or casual builder, finding the best way to store bricks is key to enjoying this hobby stress‑free. Below you will find eight brilliant storage ideas, each with clear pros and cons, to help you keep every collection neat tidy and ready for action.

1. 💚 Brick Bagz – Eco Friendly LEGO Storage Bags

We will start with our own solution. Brick Bagz are soft sustainable pouches made with durable fabric, perfect for storing individual LEGO® and MEGA™ sets. Each bag includes a clear front sleeve for instructions so you can keep everything together and ready to grab.

• Pros: Environmentally friendly, lightweight, ideal for travel or set specific storage
• Cons: Not suitable for bulk bricks or detailed sorting
• Best for: Eco‑conscious families, travel sets, storage by theme or set

2. 🟢 Clear Drawer Units – The Best Option for Sorted LEGO Bricks

Clear drawer organisers such as craft or DIY units are superb for dedicated sorting. Label each drawer by colour part type or size and the transparent fronts make pieces simple to locate.

• Pros: Very organised, stackable, instantly visible contents
• Cons: Needs space, set‑up time and ongoing discipline
• Best for: Adult Fans of LEGO, large collections, meticulous sorters

3. 🟠 Stackable Storage Boxes – Great for Families and Quick Clean‑ups

Stackable boxes or clear bins are a practical choice for fast tidying in playrooms. Sort loosely into bricks wheels and minifigures so children can manage the system on their own.

• Pros: Budget friendly, child accessible, flexible categories
• Cons: Small parts can be hard to find, requires floor or shelf space, less eco friendly
• Best for: Families, shared play areas, group builds

4. 🟡 LEGO Storage Heads and Branded Boxes – Fun Storage Kids Love

Official LEGO storage heads and brick‑shaped boxes double as colourful décor while holding plenty of bricks, turning clean‑up into part of the game.

• Pros: Playful design, stackable, room décor appeal
• Cons: Opaque sides, limited sorting detail, less eco friendly
• Best for: Children’s bedrooms, casual storage, display‑ready options

5. 🔵 DIY LEGO Table with Built‑In Storage – The Ultimate LEGO Set‑up

A dedicated building table with integrated drawers or bins gives builders one place for building and storage. Popular IKEA hacks such as the Trofast system work brilliantly.

• Pros: All in one space, highly customisable, encourages building
• Cons: Requires room, possible DIY effort or extra spend
• Best for: Dedicated builders, very large collections, home learning zones

6. 🟣 Display Units and Wall Shelves – Best for Finished Models

Display units floating shelves or glass cabinets keep prized builds safe and dust‑free. Ideal for large sets such as the LEGO Titanic or modular buildings.

• Pros: Showcases work, protects models, adds décor value
• Cons: No loose piece storage, takes wall or floor space
• Best for: Collectors, display worthy sets, completed builds

7. 🟤 Sandwich Bags – Cheap and Surprisingly Effective

Resealable sandwich bags are an inexpensive quick fix. Use them for spare parts instructions or partially built sets then place each bag inside a larger box.

• Pros: Very low cost, portable, handy for set by set sorting
• Cons: Prone to tearing, limited long‑term durability
• Best for: Budget organisers, travel sets, temporary storage

8. ⚫ Tackle Boxes and Craft Organisers – Precision Storage for Small Pieces

Tackle boxes sold for fishing gear or beads include adjustable compartments that are brilliant for minifigures rare parts and tiny elements.

• Pros: Customisable sections, excellent for intricate sorting
• Cons: Fills quickly, unsuitable for bulk bricks
• Best for: Minifigure collectors, custom MOC builders, detailed parts

Final Brick of Wisdom

No single system is perfect for every builder. The right solution depends on how you build, how much space you have and who will use the bricks. Whether you go green with Brick Bagz, organise rigorously with drawer units or keep things simple with sandwich bags, a tidy system makes building more fun and far less frustrating.

Top tip: Whatever approach you choose, add clear labels. Even a simple sticker or colour code saves time and effort later.

Need More LEGO Storage Inspiration?

If you would like a printable guide, product links for UK shoppers or help designing the ultimate LEGO zone, drop us a message. We are always happy to help you create the perfect set‑up one brick at a time. 🧱✨