How to Store Pipe and Drape Hardware and Drapery

Part of caring for your pipe and drape equipment is storing it properly when not in use. There are a few really great options to consider for pipe and drape storage. Additionally, many storage solutions also double as transportation – win win. Read about our suggestions for pipe and drape storage below.

canvas drapery bag for pipe and drape storage
Canvas Drapery Bag for soft goods and drapery

Canvas Drapery Bag

Canvas drapery bags are a cost-effective solution for storing your pipe and drape display’s soft goods. Constructed from heavyweight natural canvas, they’re durable and the grommeted drawstring closure ensures that everything inside stays snug.

canvas hamper drapery storage
Canvas Hamper for Soft Goods and Drapery

Canvas Hamper

Canvas Hampers are great for storing your pipe and drape display’s soft goods, like drapery panels and swags. Smaller sizes are available without but most include a hinged wooden lid to protect what’s inside. The reinforced bottom keeps your soft goods off the floor and protects them from tears or other damage. Caster wheels make this an easy choice if you’ve got lots of drapery to store and transport. Caster Doughnuts make it possible to stack canvas hampers for optimal use of space.

Base Bags

canvas base plate bag for pipe and drape storage
Canvas Base Storage Bag

Canvas base bags are an affordable solution for storing and carrying your pipe and drape bases. Made from durable and natural canvas, canvas base bags are equipped with handles to make transportation easier. Canvas base bags a great option for storage and transportation if you have a simple setup that requires just a few bases.

cordura base bag for pipe and drape storage
Heavyweight Cordura® Base Storage Bag

Heavyweight Base Bags provide more durability and functionality than a standard canvas base bag. Constructed from black heavyweight Cordura® fabric, heavyweight base bags feature a zippered pocket for your base pin(s), a strap for carrying, and a zippered enclosure for your bases.

Pipe Bags

Protect and carry your display’s pipes (or “poles”) with an economical but durable Canvas Pipe Bag. Canvas Pipe Bags hold anywhere from 15-20 pieces of pipe depending on diameter, and are available in a variety of lengths. Each comes equipped with a handle for easy carrying.

canvas pipe bag for pipe and drape storage
Canvas Pipe Storage Bag

For a heavier duty option, consider upgrading to a Heavyweight Pipe Bag. Constructed from extra-durable Cordura® fabric, it holds up to 20 pieces of pipe depending on diameter, and features zippered pockets, a carrying handle and zips closed.

heavy duty pipe bag for pipe and drape storage
Heavyweight Cordura® Pipe Storage Bag

Pipe and Drape Carts

If you’ve got a lot of pipe and drape gear to store or transport, you might consider investing in a Pipe and Drape Cart. Pipe and Drape Carts are designed to store and transport bases, pipe, drapery, or all three! If you’re looking for the ultimate in pipe and drape storage and transport, look no further. Available in a wide variety of sizes and configurations (as shown below).

Pipe and Drape Road Cases

Finally, if you’re taking your pipe and drape show on the road, you might consider investing in primo pipe and drape storage and transport: Road Cases. Road cases are ATA-rated, built from ABS coated plywood with an aluminum frame and a carpeted interior. In short, that means the best possible protection for your traveling pipe and drape gear.

From economical storage solutions to premium protection, there’s a wide variety of options to consider for storing and transporting your pipe and drape hardware and soft goods. Shop all Pipe and Drape Storage Solutions.