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4 Common Mistakes & Important Self Storage Tips before Moving In
4 helpful self-storage tips for everyone before storing. Self-storage is the ideal solution for saving space in our homes however it needs careful planning and time.
Follow our tips for effective self-storing!
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Common Mistake 1 - You don't really need much space
There are a lot of people who store everything in storage without thinking about whether they need it anymore. The item could be expired, no longer need, or a destroyed item. Therefore, it causes you to waste too much unnecessary space.
Self Storage Tips 1- Have a clear out
Although quickly putting things in boxes sounds ideal, we could actually be wasting storage space. Therefore, we should take time to sort through the things we are planning on storing – do I actually need them?
You may find that you can get rid of some of these items and use the space they would have taken up in storage for other (more important) items.
Common Mistake 2 - Mess up the items
In order to organize things faster and easier, many people will mess up all the storage items without sorting them. It leads to difficulty in searching for items in the future.
Self Storage Tips 2 - Box effectively
Once we know which items we are going to store, we should also sort them into groups of similar items.
You may sort them by types, materials, who belong to, and so on. This way is to enable you to know exactly what is in each box, making each one easily identifiable once in storage.
For boxes and packing materials, visit our Online Box Shop for all your packing material needs. Cube even has wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes!
Common Mistake 3 - Items destroyed
During the process of handling, or after picking up items, we often find that the item is damaged. For example, broken fragile items, molded fabric clothes, not functioning electronic appliances, and so on.
Self Storage Tips 3 - Protect delicate items
Items in storage can be at risk from mold and break. Ensure prior to storage that items are dry (especially fabric) by using desiccant. If storing furniture, give them a good clean/polish/wax prior to storage to maintain their good condition. Wrap the fragile items well and put some paddings in the boxes. Make sure that the items are not shaken or squeezed.
Common Mistake 4 - Messy storage
Messy storage can be caused when you store the items in the storage unit without planning and labeling. It also leads to the risk of collapse which harms our safety. Moreover, it will also bring difficulty when you search for some items.
Self Storage Tips 4 - Have a storage plan
Creating a proper storage plan is important before we move our items into a storage unit. Which items we may need access to? So, store them at the front of the unit. Moreover, we should also ensure boxes are clearly labeled to save time. The heavier boxes must be at the bottom of the stacking to protect the contents of other lighter boxes.
If you would like to find out more about self storage, call a member of our team today on 2914 2200.
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