Nice Under Machine Storage??

[JustLikeMe]

Has anyone found a neat and tidy under machine storage solution? My pin room is now approaching capacity and the large set of drawers I have may have to go. I hate seeing piles of stuff / large plastic containers under machines but I’m open to something that looks a bit nicer if it means room for one more game. Does anyone have any suggestions?

 

[David_Vi]

For raw storage we have four of these, (reccomended by AlanJ)

PLASTIC STORAGE BOX LARGE 90L WITH LID LOCK HANDLES HEAVY DUTY HOME OFFICE | eBay

90L Large Heavy Duty Plastic Storage Box. These extra strong storage boxes are made from heavy duty, strong, thick plastic with locking lids for strong and secure fitting. Indented lid for easy stacking.

www.ebay.co.uk

You can fit two under a pin, they have little wheels so easy to pull out.

I'd love a more organised solution for smaller things

 

[Crewey]

My bro-in-law gifted me a refurbished metal airline canister, pretty cool. It’s the only item that sits under any game of ours. Contains mostly tools and spare parts, I’ve added wheels to it so I can grab and move it fast as it’s heavy being a chonging big unit

 

[RetroHeed]

I bought two of these recently for under my machines. Very useful, as I use them also for sitting at low arcade cabs.

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/7410916?clickSR=slp:term:ottoman:5:258:1

 

[JustLikeMe]

Sorry meant to quote you @David_Vi - those look good for larger stuff and to slide to the back, but like you I’d love something for smaller stuff - something with some drawers etc.

 

[JustLikeMe]

I bought two of these recently for under my machines. Very useful, as I use them also for sitting at low arcade cabs.

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/7410916?clickSR=slp:term:ottoman:5:258:1

Oh these are interesting - I do get complaints re the pin room not having any seating. Thanks for the link, will def consider.

 

[RetroHeed]

Oh these are interesting - I do get complaints re the pin room not having any seating. Thanks for the link, will def consider.

Cant go wrong with these and mega cheap, seating for guests and the fabric ones are nice.

 

[Triple H]

Similar thing but faux leather they also do another one which I once had and they are pretty good for what they are

Seville Grey Storage Trunk | Wilko

Shop for Seville Grey Storage Trunk at wilko - where we offer a range of home and leisure goods at great prices.

www.wilko.com

 

[JustLikeMe]

Cant go wrong with these and mega cheap, seating for guests and the fabric ones are nice.

Are the internal partitions removable?

 

[Triple H]

Yes they are
just velcroed I think

 

[JustLikeMe]

Ok so those are some good options for boxes - does anyone have any suggestions for some sort of unit with drawers for smaller bits?

 

[RetroHeed]

Great these Ottoman things

Yes the partition is removable, I just lay it flat on bottom.



You can fit loads in them, consoles, table legs, blankets, games, step downs, coin boxes, arcade control panels







I use them all the time, sitting at arcade for playing games, feet up for watching telly. Stand on for reaching shelving etc etc. Seconds to slide under the pinballs also when not in use.

The yellow one came from Dunelm Mill, does not come with divider. The single faux leather one, needs binned and the fake leather peels away, better with fabric in my opinion.

 

[Silverpaolo]

My bro-in-law gifted me a refurbished metal airline canister, pretty cool. It’s the only item that sits under any game of ours. Contains mostly tools and spare parts, I’ve added wheels to it so I can grab and move it fast as it’s heavy being a chonging big unit

Oh pictures please sounds interesting

 

[Marvello]

Has anyone found a neat and tidy under machine storage solution? My pin room is now approaching capacity and the large set of drawers I have may have to go. I hate seeing piles of stuff / large plastic containers under machines but I’m open to something that looks a bit nicer if it means room for one more game. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Lot's of valuable space under Pins but I agree it's not a good look having crap, even in plastic tubs underneath. Those Argos ones do look a smart looking solution.

I've got this for my tools.

 

[Andypc]

I have 2 x 64l and 2 x 50l Really Useful Storage boxs under each of mine.

https://amzn.eu/d/cv5irkg

 

[Crewey]

Oh pictures please sounds interesting

 

[kev a]

That VW box looks great.... Given me an idea, have a set of WW cab decals that are ropey quality, would be cool to make a ply box on wheels and decorate with the old decals.

 

[Marvello]

Oh these are interesting - I do get complaints re the pin room not having any seating. Thanks for the link, will def consider.

Sit on them at your own risk - "Not designed to be sat on".

 

[Triple H]

Not designed to be but capable of being so

 

[cyberkryten]

I've been trying to do the same. I have a few of the fabric storage boxes, some plastic ones and various tool boxes, but most of it doesn't slide out easily, especially as I have carpet.

Could really do with a flat base with loads of small wheels underneath that slides out but I've not found anything low profile enough that I could sit a small set of drawers on top.

 

[AlanJ]

Anyone got use of a wood cutting cnc machine? could do a roaring trade in long thin chests that perfectly slide under a pin.

 

[kev a]

I've been trying to do the same. I have a few of the fabric storage boxes, some plastic ones and various tool boxes, but most of it doesn't slide out easily, especially as I have carpet.

Could really do with a flat base with loads of small wheels underneath that slides out but I've not found anything low profile enough that I could sit a small set of drawers on top.

B&Q do some flat platforms with castors for moving plant pots about. Might do the job?

 

[Marvello]

I bought two of these recently for under my machines. Very useful, as I use them also for sitting at low arcade cabs.

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/7410916?clickSR=slp:term:ottoman:5:258:1

@RetroHeed Thanks for the recommendation. Picked one up today, not for under my Pins but to replace an IKEA Lack TV bench under the window sill to help my cat get up and down. Nice quality for the money and will most likely keep my winter coats, hats, scarves, gloves etc. in over summer. May end up buying more of them.

 

[RetroHeed]

@RetroHeed Thanks for the recommendation. Picked one up today, not for under my Pins but to replace an IKEA Lack TV bench under the window sill to help my cat get up and down. Nice quality for the money and will most likely keep my winter coats, hats, scarves, gloves etc. in over summer. May end up buying more of them.

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Awesome, is a great little storage seat, and for the money good quality.

 

[Paul]

I use a few of these....

Strata Heavy Duty Storage Box with Wheels 145 Litre

Strata Heavy Duty Storage Box with Wheels 145 Litre

www.ryman.co.uk

They JUST (sometimes a bit tight, however depends on the angle of the front legs of the machine) fit... however are already on wheels, so can just wheel in and out....

 

[Calimori]

I have loads of those @Paul. They are robust and can fit in a large bouncy castle, should anyone need to know that information.

 

[AlanJ]

I use a few of these....

Strata Heavy Duty Storage Box with Wheels 145 Litre

Strata Heavy Duty Storage Box with Wheels 145 Litre

www.ryman.co.uk

They JUST (sometimes a bit tight, however depends on the angle of the front legs of the machine) fit... however are already on wheels, so can just wheel in and out....

On offer, at £18 or 2 for £34 - and if you are a new customer - can get another £5 off. I just got 4 for £63 delivered. Bargain price!