Maximizing space in
your storage unit is important. If you can't maximize storage space,
then you could find yourself paying for a larger space than you
actually need. These tips will help you maximize your storage space
so you're able to get as much as possible into the space that you've
rented.
Bring in Shelves
Many storage units
are tall, and some are as tall as 10 feet high. The key to getting as
much as possible into the unit is to stack things so you can fill the
empty space overhead. A sturdy shelving unit can make this easier,
especially if you're trying to store things that don't stack easily
on top of one another.
Take Things Apart
Oddly shaped items
like bikes and beds take up a lot of space. Take them apart so they
can be leaned against the wall or placed on top of a stack of other
things. When taking items apart, put the loose pieces like screws and
nails into a sandwich bag, then attach the sandwich bag to the item
you took apart. Doing this makes reassembly easier.
De-Clutter Before
Moving In
Many people store
things they no longer want because they don't want to take the time
to sort out and remove those things they no longer need. This wastes
a lot of space. Before putting your items into storage, go through
each box and remove everything you no longer use.
This applies to
every box you put into storage, including books, clothes,
knick-knacks, holiday decorations, and collectible items. Take out
each item and ask yourself: are you putting this into storage because
you don't need it very often, or because you just haven't taken the
time to throw it away yet? You may be surprised by the answer.
Buy Modular
Storage
Modular storage
pieces are designed to stack well and to fit together neatly so that
space is not wasted and items in storage are secure. If you're
planning to keep your storage unit for a long time, then modular
storage pieces may be appropriate for your needs. Modular storage
solutions can be costly, however, so this is only appropriate if you
want to make a real investment in your storage unit.
Stack Strong,
Heavy Items on the Bottom
Sometimes the best
way to make good use of your storage unit is to stack boxes as high
as you can. Put strong, heavy boxes on the bottom and lighter,
smaller boxes on top. You may need to keep a ladder in your storage
unit to make accessing boxes on top a little bit easier. When
stacking boxes, take these precautions:
- Watch for stacks to
become unstable, and stop stacking before this happens.
- Replace boxes on
the bottom of the stack if they start to collapse under the weight
of the other boxes.
- Put unbreakable
items, like clothes, at the top of the stacks.
Following these tips
will help you make use of the storage space overhead.
Pack Delicate and
Soft Items Together
Delicate items need
to be wrapped in bubble wrap or another kind of filler to prevent
them from becoming broken. You can save space by replacing bubble
wrap with other soft items you want to place in storage, like clothes
and pillows.
Contact Your
Storage Facility If You Need More Space
Even after taking
these space-saving measures, you may still need more space in your
storage unit. If this is the case, contact your storage facility to
find out if they have a larger space available. Doing this may be
easier than trying to squeeze extra stuff into an already-full
storage unit.
For more information
about how you can maximize space in your storage unit, contact
Tysons Self Storage
.
We'll be happy to answer your questions
