Whether it's at home or in the office, the vast majority of us
struggle to find the space we need in order to store all our furniture,
office equipment and other household items. Because of this the number
of people putting their belongings into self storage over the last few
years has rapidly increased. Whether this is something you already do or
it's something you are considering for the future, below are some tip
tops to help you get the most out of your self storage experience.
Packing
How you pack your items is crucial because the less space you take up when packing, the more you can fit into your unit. Even if you don't need all the space now, it's handy knowing that you have the option of putting additional things into storage in the future. As well as saving space, clever packing also makes the task a lot quicker, easier to manage and you can ensure that your goods will be protected properly while they are being stored.
Use protective wrap on anything fragile because this will prevent scratches, dents and breakages.
Label all your boxes so if you need to collect something at a later date, you'll be able to find it without the need to rummage through all your boxes.
Only ever pack bedding and clothes in boxes. Storing such items in plastic bags can sometimes lead to 'sweating' which will cause moisture damage.
Protect your belongings
There is a huge range of purpose-made protective packaging available so you can ensure that your belongings will be as safe as possible whilst being kept in self storage.
Bubble wrap is ideal for larger items such as TVs and other electrical appliances.
Acid free tissue protects glassware and crockery.
Void fill - you can use this to fill the gaps in between your goods to keep them in place. This is a great way of minimising damage - especially during transportation.
Dust sheets - place these over and under items likes chairs, sofas, mattresses and anything else that hasn't been boxed up to prevent them from getting ruined and dusty.
Moisture absorbers - place these in boxes to prevent damp penetrating your goods. These are a must-have if you are storing your items for a long period of time otherwise you may return to find valuable items have been ruined by damp.
When you arrive at your self storage unit
All good storage facilities should have staff on hand to help you if you need it. There are a number of things you should think about once you arrive however:
Have you valued your goods correctly? This is very important so you can receive the right level of insurance cover.
Are there certain items you will need to access regularly? If so, make sure these are stored at the front so you can get to them easily. Alternatively, racking units are perfect for those who need to access multiple items on a regular basis.
In order to make the most out of the space you have, stack boxes properly. Start at the back and make your way towards the front, using any smaller, single items to fill in the gaps as you go along.
Packing
How you pack your items is crucial because the less space you take up when packing, the more you can fit into your unit. Even if you don't need all the space now, it's handy knowing that you have the option of putting additional things into storage in the future. As well as saving space, clever packing also makes the task a lot quicker, easier to manage and you can ensure that your goods will be protected properly while they are being stored.
Use protective wrap on anything fragile because this will prevent scratches, dents and breakages.
Label all your boxes so if you need to collect something at a later date, you'll be able to find it without the need to rummage through all your boxes.
Only ever pack bedding and clothes in boxes. Storing such items in plastic bags can sometimes lead to 'sweating' which will cause moisture damage.
Protect your belongings
There is a huge range of purpose-made protective packaging available so you can ensure that your belongings will be as safe as possible whilst being kept in self storage.
Bubble wrap is ideal for larger items such as TVs and other electrical appliances.
Acid free tissue protects glassware and crockery.
Void fill - you can use this to fill the gaps in between your goods to keep them in place. This is a great way of minimising damage - especially during transportation.
Dust sheets - place these over and under items likes chairs, sofas, mattresses and anything else that hasn't been boxed up to prevent them from getting ruined and dusty.
Moisture absorbers - place these in boxes to prevent damp penetrating your goods. These are a must-have if you are storing your items for a long period of time otherwise you may return to find valuable items have been ruined by damp.
When you arrive at your self storage unit
All good storage facilities should have staff on hand to help you if you need it. There are a number of things you should think about once you arrive however:
Have you valued your goods correctly? This is very important so you can receive the right level of insurance cover.
Are there certain items you will need to access regularly? If so, make sure these are stored at the front so you can get to them easily. Alternatively, racking units are perfect for those who need to access multiple items on a regular basis.
In order to make the most out of the space you have, stack boxes properly. Start at the back and make your way towards the front, using any smaller, single items to fill in the gaps as you go along.
MStore offers self storage for all your domestic, business and specialist requirements. To use the space calculator, find your nearest store or view our special offers, please visit our website
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