| Do you remember exploring Grandmas' attic and | | | | trunk gives you a quick and convenient access to |
| finding that mysterious storage trunk... curiously | | | | storage without sacrificing style. |
| examining all those wonderful treasures inside? | | | | Or, you can also use a decorative trunk as a coffee |
| Whether you have this fond memory or not... there | | | | table. This is different because you will not want to |
| always has been and always will be a wonderful | | | | hide storage items inside a steamer trunk when used |
| mystery and comforting feeling surrounding steamer | | | | as a coffee table. Instead, you can hide pictures, |
| trunks. | | | | books, board games, or toys and stuffed animals for |
| That is why steamer trunks are a must have for | | | | the kids/grandkids. Again, a storage trunk is the |
| every home owner. A decorative trunk is flexible | | | | ultimate piece of living room furniture because it |
| enough to correspond well with any home | | | | offers functionality as well as style. |
| décor, whether you prefer antique and classic | | | | Using a Storage Trunk in the Bedroom |
| or contemporary and modern. | | | | Just as in the living room, a decorative trunk makes |
| Decorative trunks are also great because, aside from | | | | for a stylish side table. If you drink water at night, be |
| their decorative value, they serve many purposes. | | | | sure to place your glass on a coaster so you don't |
| Obviously, you can use a storage trunk for storage... | | | | cause any damage. Inside, you can store out of |
| and there are many things you can do here. But in | | | | season clothing or any other misc. odds and ends. |
| small homes, apartments, or dorm rooms you can | | | | While a storage trunk is a must have for small |
| also use a steamer trunk for a decorative end table | | | | rooms, it is also convenient for larger rooms as well. |
| or coffee table. | | | | A steamer trunk can be used as a rustic style |
| (If you plan on using a steamer trunk as a table, you | | | | seating bench by a window, perhaps covered with |
| will want to choose one that has a perfectly flat top. | | | | antique dolls and stuffed animals to provide a |
| Many storage trunks may appear flat but actually | | | | comforting appeal. |
| have a slight curve.) | | | | Using a Decorative Trunk in the Bathroom |
| To take full advantage of the decorative values a | | | | The last place you would think to put a storage trunk |
| storage trunk offers... you have to "think outside of | | | | may actually be the most convenient location. A |
| the box" (pun intended.) | | | | steamer trunk is perfect for any size bathroom, |
| Using a Steamer Trunk in the Living Room | | | | because it can be used to store towels and wash |
| A decorative trunk can be used as a side table to | | | | cloths in. If you have limited shelving in your |
| place a lamp, coasters, and a book on beside your | | | | bathroom, a storage trunk takes little space and |
| favorite chair. You can also store out of season | | | | provides the additional storage needed while giving |
| items inside, such as curtains, blankets and sheets, or | | | | the most underappreciated (and one of the most |
| holiday decorations. When used as a table, a storage | | | | important) rooms in your house a comforting feel. |