1, classified by type
You can choose any category you want. Some common categories include bricks, slabs, inclined bricks, wheels and windows. You can set miscellaneous classes for some building blocks that are difficult to classify into specific categories. When you sort Lego bricks, you may want to use temporary containers to separate them for easy sorting. Plastic bags are an ideal choice and can be spread out or hung.
Step 2 classify according to size
You can arrange the assembled toy blocks according to their sizes and specifications. Friends with short contact time may find it difficult to judge the size of a part at a glance, so you may need to use Lego ruler or parts list. There is an old suit of model 4559936, which contains a Lego ruler and a brick lifter, which can quickly measure the specifications of high parts.
Of course, you can also make your own Lego parts ruler by printing and plastic packaging. If sorting by size is too difficult, you can use some sorting tools to roughly divide Lego bricks into three categories through grids with different sizes at the bottom. This helps to further refine the classification. Of course, you can also use this box to store it. If there are not many building blocks, it is also very convenient to play.
3, according to the color and size, color and type classification
Sorting only by color may make it difficult for you to find the specific bricks or parts you need. As long as you further classify your building blocks, you can get them more effectively. You can sort by color and type, for example, all the red bricks are put together and all the red connecting rods are put in another place. You can also sort by color and size, for example, all blue 2x4 boards are put together and red 2x4 boards are put together. The above two methods can also classify Lego by type or size, and then further classify it by color. Sorting Lego by color is very suitable for players who make stacked MOC, and is most suitable for players who like to make Lego sculptures and mosaics.
Step 4 classify by color
It is more convenient to put a set of building blocks together when you want to put together a suit model repeatedly. If you put Lego bricks in the original box, it will be more convenient to arrange them. If you don't keep the box, you can organize Lego bricks through the parts list in the manual. You can spread the building blocks on a larger plane on the dining table, which makes it easier to find each building block. According to the above classification, put the building block parts into smaller containers, such as closed plastic bags with zippers, and then put them into larger storage containers. Putting the instructions together can not only prevent them from being lost, but also help you to determine which suit these building blocks are made of. But it is not convenient for players who like to create freely. When you need a part, you have to look for it from all kinds of packaging, which is really inconvenient.
5. Sort by preference or frequency
You must know which building blocks are your favorite and most commonly used. If you are not sure, you can also give yourself a reference according to your use of building blocks for a week or so. Set three categories: most used (favorite), commonly used and infrequently used.
It's a good way to classify according to the frequency of use, because it can help you put away the building blocks that are not commonly used and make more space. You'd better put your favorite or most commonly used building blocks in the most accessible position, such as the middle of the storage rack. Put the unused building blocks into the box at the top or bottom of the storage rack. Especially when sorting out children's rooms, it is most effective to classify according to preferences and frequency.
Second, what should I use to assemble the toy storage box?
1, storage box
① Select the storage box.
Many brands of storage boxes or storage boxes can be used to store assembled toys. According to the need, there are two kinds: open type and covered type. In order to maximize your storage space, try to choose something that can be stacked up and down. Transparent storage boxes are better because you can easily see what building blocks are inside. Of course, if opaque boxes are used, plastic boxes with corresponding colors can be used when classifying building blocks according to colors. For example, the red storage box contains only red building blocks.
(2) Put your building blocks in the grid.
When you classify building blocks into storage boxes and boxes, you certainly don't want them to overflow, or it is difficult to find parts when you use them. Therefore, it is ideal to put the building blocks in each compartment, so that you can see the parts more intuitively and get them conveniently and quickly.
There are various types of multi-compartment storage boxes, and the grid size of many storage boxes can be adjusted. For example, some small pieces, such as various pins, short shafts, adapters, etc. Science and technology series, if mixed with larger building blocks, it is difficult to distinguish and use. Adjust the grid size according to the number of parts, and put them in categories, which is easier and more convenient to take.
If there is no small storage box, you can put the small parts in a sealed plastic bag and then put them in a large storage box to prevent the parts from being confused.
③ Storage of storage boxes
The advantage of storing Lego in a storage box is that it can be placed everywhere. You can pile them on bookcases or shelves, hide them in closets, or even put them under children's beds. If you put them in the children's bedroom or activity room, you can simply stack them on the floor, which is convenient for children to use.
2, lockers, chest of drawers
① Buy a storage cabinet and a chest of drawers.
According to the number of your building blocks, choose a simple plastic chest of drawers with multiple drawers. Like the storage box, the transparent drawer-type storage cabinet can also easily see the Lego bricks inside, which is more convenient to access. Some chests of drawers provide drawers of different sizes. You can easily arrange which building blocks are put into these drawers according to the size and quantity of building blocks.
② Add drawer partition
In order to maximize the use of space, the partition can allow more kinds of Lego bricks to be stored in one drawer. Just like the multi-compartment storage box mentioned before, the partition can prevent different building blocks from mixing together. The partition in the drawer can be bought separately, with various sizes, and some are even customized. The material can be PVC, acrylic, etc. Some drawers have their own partitions, so it will be more convenient to choose such drawers, and it would be better if the partition size can be adjusted.
③ marking
Even if your drawer is made of transparent plastic, the label will identify the building blocks in the drawer more effectively. In particular, you can use a printer to print labels with pictures of building blocks, which will be more intuitive and eye-catching. Label drawers will be more conducive to organizing and managing your Lego bricks, adjusting the position and taking them conveniently and quickly.
3. Creative storage
(1) Toolbox and parts box
These types of containers are usually divided into multiple layers, which makes it very easy to classify and assemble quickly. It can be placed on shelves and other places, and it can also be carried with you, which is very suitable for traveling, such as taking parts to participate in Lego competitions.
Due to design problems, there is a big gap between the layers of some toolbox parts boxes (after all, it is only a square tool, regardless of small parts). Pay attention to avoid parts confusion when moving.
② Use various tanks.
These are used to hold dry goods, and grains and even biscuit boxes can also hold Lego bricks. Most of them are transparent, and you can see what building blocks are in each jar. These cans are also easy to store, and can be placed in boxes, cabinets, tables and so on. If you have Tupperware or other unused fresh-keeping boxes, some of which have compartments, you can also put Lego bricks.
Most of the biscuit boxes are made of iron, not big, and there is no partition. But it is very suitable for assembling the newly bought Lego suit. You can disassemble the parts package into cookie boxes of various sizes and then use the parts according to the splicing instructions. It not only prevents parts from being lost, but also can be assembled quickly.
③ Use the shoe cabinet.
If there are few cabinets at home and there is no room to assemble toys, you can buy multi-compartment cabinets, such as multi-compartment doorless shoe cabinets, which are very suitable for placing storage boxes, storage boxes, packaging boxes and so on.