Storage Tips & Guides

Practical advice to help you make the most of your storage unit.

Quick Storage Tips

Simple do’s and don’ts to keep your belongings safe and organised.

Do’s

  • Use uniform box sizes for easier stacking
  • Label all boxes on multiple sides
  • Create an inventory list of stored items

  • Leave a walkway for easy access

  • Wrap furniture and mattresses in protective covers
  • Disassemble large furniture to save space
  • Store frequently needed items near the front of your unit

Don’t

  • Store perishable food items
  • Pack items while still damp

  • Store flammable or hazardous materials

  • Overpack boxes beyond their weight limit

  • Stack heavy items on top of fragile ones

  • Store irreplaceable items (like passports) without copies
  • Leave space inside boxes – fill with packing filler

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