Everything you need to know about packing your items for self storage.
Starting with basics. Packing your items for storage can be overwhelming, especially if you have an entire household to pack. To ensure everything is properly stored and protected, it’s important to get it right.
While we can wait for you to store your items with us, it’s important to make sure you take the time to properly pack and store your items. After all, the last thing you want is for your items to be damaged by improper packing.
We’ve put this guide together to help you get the most out of your storage unit. Here are some key packing tips to consider:
Make sure you use good quality packing materials such as storage boxes that are sturdy. You’ll also want tape that won’t easily come off or peel away from the box.
Labelling your boxes is essential. You’ll want to make sure you label each box with the contents and room it belongs in. This will help you quickly locate items when you need them and also help prevent damage from occurring due to stacking boxes on top of each other that don’t contain similar items.
To save time and space, you can invest in wardrobe boxes. These are large boxes with a bar across the top that will allow you to hang clothes and other items such as curtains and drapes. Not only will this provide extra space, but it will also keep your items from getting wrinkled or crushed while in storage.
Make sure you pack heavier items on the bottom of your boxes. This will help prevent the box from becoming too heavy to move or tipping over and damaging the contents inside.
If you’re storing large, bulky items of furniture, try to disassemble them as much as possible. This not only helps with saving space but also prevents damage that could occur from the furniture being too big to fit through doorways.
When packing fragile or breakable items, use bubble wrap, newspaper, or packing peanuts. This will help protect them from any bumps that could occur during transport and while they are in storage.
Don’t forget to clean your items before you store. This will help prevent mould and mildew from forming on any of your items while in storage.
A good idea if you’re moving house. Not only will it make it easier to pack from room to room, but also when you move into your new home. This way, you can quickly unpack everything in the right room.
No matter how long you’re intending to stay with us , it’s always wise to take the time and effort to pack your items properly before placing them in storage. Here are a few tips to get the most out of your stay:
Segment® has everything you need to pack your items safely. With a wide range of tools and materials you can rest assured your items will remain under lock and key. We also offer a wide range of trolleys and pallet trucks, specifically designed to assist you in moving your goods into your storage unit with minimal effort.
If you have any questions about our storage facility and services we’d be happy to help! Get in touch with us via email at hello@segmentstorage.com.
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