Crate / Container
storage
Generic storage. Wood crates, metal lockers, and shelves all share this footprint at planning time.
Variants
| Variant | Tier | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Crate | — | 4 nails, 4 planks |
| Metal Locker | — | — |
| Shelves | — | 6 nails, 6 planks |
About the crate / container
Crates and containers are your base's storage backbone, holding loot, materials, food, and gear so it isn't scattered across the floor. In planning terms wood crates, metal lockers, and shelves share the same footprint, but each has different capacity and how it's obtained. Organized storage is what turns a pile of scavenged goods into an efficient, searchable supply room.
Placement & defense tips
- ▸Group storage into a dedicated room or wall so you can find items quickly instead of hunting through scattered containers.
- ▸Keep food storage near your cooking area and material storage near your crafting bench to cut down on carrying trips.
- ▸Leave walking space in front of every container row so you can access them without backtracking when overloaded.
- ▸Place heavy-use containers close to your base entrance for fast unloading after a supply run.
- ▸Label your layout mentally by category (food, weapons, building materials, medical) so the room stays organized as it grows.
Choosing a variant
- ▸Wood crates are player-built with carpentry from planks and nails and offer large storage, making them the go-to bulk container for a constructed base.
- ▸Metal lockers and similar found furniture can be picked up and moved with the right tools, letting you furnish a base without spending planks.
- ▸Shelves and counters generally hold less than crates but are easy to find pre-placed in buildings, so they're handy for overflow or display sorting.
- ▸Since all three occupy the same planning footprint, choose based on available materials and the capacity you actually need in that spot.
Common mistakes
- ✕Spreading containers all over the base, which makes finding items slow and easy to forget.
- ✕Mixing unrelated items in one container instead of sorting by category, leading to wasted search time.
- ✕Overlooking that some found furniture must be disassembled or moved with the proper tools and skill before relocating it.
Frequently asked
Which container holds the most?
Player-built wood crates have large capacity and are a reliable bulk option, while found furniture like lockers, shelves, and counters varies in how much it holds.
Can I move furniture containers to my base?
Yes, many containers can be picked up or disassembled and reassembled elsewhere if you have the right tools and a high enough skill.
Does sorting storage actually matter?
It does for efficiency. Grouping food, materials, weapons, and medical supplies separately saves time and prevents you from losing track of what you have.