Spaceman Storage

Every time you store anything for a long period of time, there’s a possibility of bugs and dust, even in self storage. Fortunately, you can take precautions by wrapping belongings like furniture in industrial plastic wrap to keep out the bugs.

One of the best ways to maximize your space is to fill furniture once it’s in place. Stack boxes on book shelves, put fragile items inside wardrobes, and stash pillows and bedding inside the washer and dryer.

Do you own more stuff than open space in your home or apartment? Store some of your belongings in a self storage unit. That way, you open up more room in your home and can still get to those items in storage any time you want.

Don’t forget to use the vertical space efficiently and well. Prop mattresses and table tops against the wall, stand sofas and long sectionals on end, nest stacking chairs and place upholstered chairs seat to seat.

Packing your vinyl record collection for storage? Experts recommend you use sturdy compact boxes (12 x 12 x 12 inches). Pad the box bottom and sides, leave records in the cardboard jacket and stand the jackets on edge rather than stacking them.