You can tie tools and long-handled items such as rakes, snow shovels and brooms in bundles. Or, put them inside garbage cans to keep them neat.
Mirrors and framed artwork should never be stored flat, as they can collapse under their own weight.
Be sure when stacking boxes and containers that you can clearly see the labels you put on them.
When stacking boxes, always make sure to put the heaviest boxes at the bottom to avoid damage.
Stack boxes and similarly sized items together to save space.
Be creative
You can use virtually all of the space in and around your stored furniture, including other items, as places to store more items. Fill anything that's hollow with items to maximize your available space:
Furniture drawers are good for storing fragile items
Stack the shelves of bookcases with books, small boxes and other odds and ends
Store boxes containing fragile goods inside of wardrobes
Store pillows, blankets and other bedding inside washers and dryers
Store clothes inside dresser drawers
You may be thinking that all this planning, preparing and setting up your self-storage unit may seem like a big project. You’ll find the time and effort are worth it, though, when you discover the peace of mind that comes with knowing your belongings are protected, conveniently accessible and well-preserved.
