Packing For Storage | Storage Preparation

Sometimes we get questions about the best way to pack to get the most out of your storage building

• When packing, be sure to use the right boxes. Get sturdy boxes, preferably the same size, to make stacking easy.

• Box everything that you possibly can. It is much easier to unpack a box than to disassemble a 3 D puzzle. Items inside boxes will stay cleaner than non packed items.

• Mark your boxes in a couple of places so that you will be able to find the right one when you need it.

• Mark boxes containing glass and other breakable items accordingly. Make sure that they are packed in some sort of protected wrapping like bubble wrap, or something similar.

• Don’t pack too many heavy items in a box.

• Fill the boxes to a reasonable level to save space. Unless the items are heavy, or easily crushed, fill them to the top.

• Books can get heavy fast, and they need to be stored flat.

• Plastic storage bags can cause humidity problems for the items they hold.

• Make sure what you are packing is dry before it is stored.

• Take apart anything that you can, to save space. Just be sure to box and label the hardware.

• Seal all box flaps with packing tape before stacking.

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• Before you store major appliances, make sure that everything is removed and drained, and that they are well cleaned and dried. With refrigerators and freezers, be sure to defrost them, and leave the door opened slightly to prevent mold.  Tie up cords and hoses to keep them from getting tangled or damaged.

• Use protective wrapping material for mirrors and other flat glass surfaces, and mark them as being fragile.

• Be sure to put some type of padding between furniture pieces to avoid scratches and dents.

• Fabric covered items should be covered with cloth to prevent dust problems. Fabric furniture like box springs and mattresses should be kept off the floor if at all possible.

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