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About Chess Piece Storage Boxes

Protecting a good set starts with where it lives between games. This collection of chess storage boxes is designed to keep pieces organized, padded, and ready to play—no more loose kings in drawers or pawns rolling around in a bag. From compact coffers for club sets to lined wooden cases for premium pieces, each option is sized to fit common king heights and base diameters.

Whether you’re storing a single favorite set or rotating several, these chess set boxes use felted or padded interiors to prevent scuffs, chips, and finish wear. Lids close securely for travel or shelving, and many models include divided trays so every piece has its own place. For collectors upgrading from the original cardboard packaging, dedicated chess piece boxes also make it far easier to carry sets to the club or tournaments.

Choose the box that matches your tallest king and playing style—display-ready hardwood coffers for luxury pieces, or lightweight travel cases for everyday sets—and keep your equipment looking new for years.

FAQ – Chess Piece Storage Boxes

What is the best way to store chess pieces?

The best way is to keep them in a dedicated, padded box where each piece is upright or securely nested, away from moisture and direct sunlight. A fitted storage box reduces rubbing between pieces and protects delicate knights, finials, and polished finishes.

What are the boxes in chess called?

They’re usually called chess boxes, chess storage boxes, or chess coffers. Some listings also refer to them as chess set boxes or piece boxes.

What is the 64 boxes in chess?

That phrase actually refers to the 64 squares on a chessboard (8×8), not to physical storage boxes. A board has 64 playing squares where the pieces move.

What is a chess box?

A chess box is a dedicated container—often wooden or padded fabric—designed specifically to store and protect chess pieces between games. Many include trays or compartments sized to the pieces and a secure lid for safe transport.