It’s best to keep them, at least for now. Keeping figure or art toy boxes helps maintain value, makes transportation easier, and protects delicate parts from damage. However, there are cases where discarding the boxes might be a better choice — especially if they’re damaged or you simply don’t have enough storage space.
Why Keeping the Box Adds Value and Convenience
For collectors, keeping the original packaging isn’t just about tidiness — it’s directly tied to the resale value. Figures or art toys with their original boxes and complete accessories generally sell for higher prices. A well-preserved box also builds trust with potential buyers, making negotiations smoother and more professional.
Another key benefit is ease of transport. Whether you’re moving homes, rearranging your collection, or storing items temporarily, the original packaging is designed to perfectly fit each figure. Its compartments, corner supports, and protective inserts reduce the risk of parts breaking, bending, or getting scratched — far better than using generic boxes.
When Is It Okay to Throw the Boxes Away?
While there are many reasons to keep them, some situations make it reasonable to let go of the boxes, such as:
- The box is damaged — affected by moisture, pests, or deformation.
- You live in a small space and don’t plan to resell your collection — keeping boxes may take up valuable room.
- The box no longer serves its protective purpose, making it useless to retain.
If you have too many figure boxes piling up and your home is running out of space, but you’re not ready to throw them away, you can store them safely in a LockBlock mini storage unit — starting from only THB 500/month. These compact lockers are clean, pest-free, humidity-controlled, and accessible anytime, keeping your collection organized and protected outside your living space.
Ultimately, whether you choose to keep or discard the boxes depends on your collecting style and available space. However, in terms of preserving value and protecting the pieces, keeping them is generally the better option. And if you’re running out of room at home or the boxes are piling up, moving them to a secure, climate-controlled facility like LEO Self Storage is an easy, cost-effective, and collector-friendly solution. You can find more details at www.leoselfstorage.com.