Storage Tips

Self Storage Tips

Tips and tricks to ensure your property is protected in storage

Don’t move wardrobes, drawers etc. while full, you can break them. Only fill them when they are in place and fully assembled
Clothing and personal goods should be packed in strong secure cartons. Cushions should be wrapped in plastic.
Where possible remove the legs from items of furniture e.g. bed bases, tables etc. to avoid damage and save space.
Vacuum food crumbs from lounges to prevent attracting vermin.
Furniture shouldn’t be placed directly on the floor, use plastic or material to cushion heavy items.
Stack chairs seat to seat with cloth or paper separating them.
Place a cover over all furniture, especially sofa’s, recliners and anything of value.

Wrap all breakable items separately in tissue or packing paper, box and ensure they are marked “Fragile”. Pack breakables in sturdy boxes.
Protect fragile items by wrapping them individually in packing paper (newsprint can be very messy and possibly stain).
Place packing in the top and bottom of cartons for added protection.
Place plates, saucers and bowls on their sides to prevent any breakage. Empty space should be filled with packing paper.
Ensure you haven’t stacked heavy items on top of cartons containing breakables.
Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard or proper picture/mirror cartons

Make sure all white goods (fridges, freezers etc.) are empty, clean and dry before storing
Leave doors slightly ajar to prevent mould build up.
A deodoriser placed inside fridges or freezers is also a good idea to maintain freshness.
If you pack items inside your fridges and freezers you scratch the insides or damage the shelving, best to leave them empty.