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About us

About us · since 2016

A family business, where every crate passes through our hands

Holzkistenhaus is a family business with its own production. The whole family is involved: from selecting the wood and manufacturing to packing. Since 2016, we have been supplying our wooden crates for home, garden and business. You can find us exclusively at holzkistenhaus.de.

Shelf unit made of wooden crates from Holzkistenhaus in the living room
since 2016Wooden crates from our family business
since 2016

we make wooden crates

Europe

our crates are sent to customers in many countries

Handmade

each crate is made by us

2–3 days

Delivery to Germany with DHL or UPS

Our story

From an idea to crates in homes all across Europe

Our adventure with Holzkisten began in 2016. At first, there were only a few models and lots of testing – finding out what works and what needed improving. It quickly became clear that a simple, sturdy wooden crate made from natural wood was exactly what many people were looking for.

Over time, our crates have reached customers in more and more European countries. We’ve learned how to pack them securely for long journeys and process orders smoothly – whether someone orders a single crate or several dozen.

We have proudly offered our wooden crates for years in our own online shop, where we present the full range and pay attention to every detail.

  1. 2016

    The start of the adventure

    It all started with a simple idea: a wooden crate can be more than just packaging. We made our first crates in small batches and tested what’s truly useful at home – for books, shoes, toys or plants.

  2. The first years

    We learn from every order

    We tested sizes, board thicknesses and joints. That’s when we fell in love with the burnt-effect finish – a warm, darker wood tone that’s still one of our trademarks today.

  3. The following years

    Customers across Europe

    We started selling our crates abroad – including in the UK, France and Italy. Each market has taught us something: how to pack so the crate arrives safely, which sizes are most popular, and how to answer customer questions quickly.

  4. Step by step

    New models and finishes

    To the simple crates, we added models with shelves, on feet, with lids, wine crates, shoe and book shelves, as well as coloured crates. Every new model is a response to our customers’ questions and ideas.

  5. Experience

    Safely on its way to you

    Shipping our Holzkistenhaus crates has taught us to pack them so they arrive safely. We dispatch your order within 24 hours (working days). Delivery takes 2–3 working days.

  6. 2026

    Holzkistenhaus for Germany

    We’ve opened our own shop for customers in Germany – with the full range, German prices in euros and shipping with DHL or UPS.

  7. Now

    Our own shop holzkistenhaus.de

    Here we show the full range – with discounts automatically applied, the daily surprise crate, a loyalty programme and parcel tracking.

  8. Today

    A family brand we're building together with you

    We’re expanding our range, adding new sizes and designs, and treat every review as a suggestion for improvement. But we always stick to what matters most: natural wood, solid craftsmanship and honest service.

Here the ready-to-ship crates are waiting
Here the ready-to-ship crates are waiting
Natural and burnt-effect crates straight from the workshop
Natural and burnt-effect crates straight from the workshop
We build and check every crate by hand
We build and check every crate by hand
Our most loyal helper keeps an eye on the workshop 🐾
Our most loyal helper keeps an eye on the workshop 🐾
From our workshop

A few words from us

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Hello! Holzkistenhaus isn’t run by a corporation, but by a family. We started with just a few models and a lot of curiosity. Today, our crates are found in living rooms, hallways and bedrooms all over Germany – and we love every photo you send us.

As a family business, we personally look after every order — as if the crate were going to one of our loved ones. We're delighted that our crates are becoming part of your home. Thank you for being with us!

— The whole Holzkistenhaus family

🌲 Natural wood🔨 Handmade🏡 Family business
How our crates are made

From the plank to your home

No magic – just good wood, careful craftsmanship and tried-and-tested packaging.

Wooden crates ready for dispatchStacked crates made from natural pine wood
  1. 1. We select the wood

    We use natural pine wood. For us, stability, a simple design and that warm wood character matter most.

  2. 2. Handmade by us

    We build and check our crates by hand – so they're sturdy, straight and ready for everyday use.

  3. 3. We refine them

    Natural, burnt-effect or painted – we prepare every finish so your crate looks great for years.

  4. 4. We pack and ship

    We pack carefully and dispatch from our warehouse. Your order will be shipped within 24 hours (working days).

Our values

What matters to us

Natural wood

No plastic and no artificial substitutes. Wood that ages beautifully and suits any room.

Handmade

Behind every crate are people, not machines. That's why each one is a little different – and that's exactly what makes them beautiful.

Family business with own production

Our whole family works on the crates. We make decisions together and personally stand by the quality.

Fast shipping

We dispatch orders from our warehouse within 24 hours (working days). Delivery with DHL or UPS takes 2–3 working days.

30-day returns policy

If a crate doesn’t meet your expectations, you can return it without giving a reason.

Honest and human

Discounts are automatically deducted – no codes, no hassle. We answer your questions ourselves – quickly and directly.

Our crates in your home

One crate, hundreds of ideas

Bookcase, shoe rack, plant stand or a spot for firewood – see how our crates are used by customers at home.

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Where to find us

Shop your way

Online shop holzkistenhaus.de

The full range, automatic discounts, a daily surprise crate and our loyalty programme.

To the shop →

Across Europe

Our crates go to customers in many European countries. From this shop, we deliver within Germany.

Frequently asked questions

Where do you ship orders from?

All parcels are dispatched from our warehouse. Delivery is via DHL or UPS within 2–3 working days.

Who runs the shop?

The online shop is run by a family business. You can find the full provider details in the legal notice (Impressum).

Can I order a larger quantity of crates?

Yes. For larger orders, the bulk discount is automatically deducted in the basket; for big quantities for businesses, just get in touch – we’ll prepare a quote.

What if I don’t like the crate?

You have 30 days to return them without giving a reason. We usually refund the money within 1–2 working days after receiving the parcel.

Do you have a question? Write to us

We answer your queries personally, usually within 24 hours. We're happy to advise you on the right size or how to combine crates for a shelf unit.

kontakt@holzkistenhaus.de

Returns and complaints →

Stay with us a little longer

Browse the shop, open the daily surprise crate or join our loyalty programme – the more you buy, the more you benefit.

Shop with confidence