A-1 Self Storage

Did you know there is a right way and wrong way to use bubble wrap? There has been a lot of debate whether packing with bubbles facing inward (touching the object) or outward (facing away from the object) is correctly. A-1 Self Storage would like to set the record straight: inward is the way to go! The bubble pattern causes friction that helps hold the item in place when properly wrapped. The shock-absorbing properties of the bubbles are more effective if the bubbles are tou...ching the item. The flat side of the bubble wrap is more durable, and better able to survive an impact. The more you know!

Is your workspace looking a bit dirty or boring? Elevate your office look and feel by adding some colorful and fun backgrounds to your Zoom Calls! With a vast majority of us having to attend school, work, and other meeting events from home, it is no surprise that most of us had to get familiar with the Zoom App at some point within the last year. Try these cool backgrounds for your next zoom call! https://www.pexels.com//delicate-fresh-magnolia-sprig-on-/... https://www.pexels.com/search/outdoor/

Make decluttering your home quick and easy! -You should create a checklist: Start with a few items that you plan on getting rid of and go from there. The list will begin to get long quickly. -Set a timeline for yourself: Give yourself a goal of what room you want to take on that day, and when it should be done by.... -Make "3 piles": The first pile should be your "keep" or your everyday items. The second pile would be your "get rid of", these items will be thrown out or donated. The last pile would be the " storage", these items are usually seasonal or sentimental items.

Ready for our Tip Tuesday? -Clean your kitchen trash can at least once a month. For optimal results try cleaning the trash can with baking soda and add a deodorizing pod. -Try using dryer sheets under chairs or on the back of your clothing dressers-this will give your clothes and room a boost of freshness.... -Give your garbage disposal a deep clean with white vinegar and baking soda to get rid of those funky scents looming in your home. -Try adding some indoor plants inside your home! They will not only help neutralize odors but also add some cute touches around the home.

Looking into another way of storing your shoes? Check out @thecontainerstore Shoe Space Savers for our #trendythursday feature! These stands are slim and their height can be adjusted (depending on how high those heels are). This will allow you to gain more space and makes it easier to see what you have. Maybe this exercise can help you donate some shoes you are not using? #notanad #a1selfstrage #trendythursday #selfstorage #thecontainerstore... Photo credit: @neatbymeg http://bit.ly/3rCjz3o

Here is our #howtowednesday for you. How to pack glassware? - Create a soft bed of paper in the container you will put your glassware to. - Always put the heaviest and studies glassware at the very bottom and ending it with the most fragile.... - Wrap the glassware with wrapping paper individually. The more crumpled the paper, the better it'll provide cushion - If you hear a clunking noise, it only means that there is not enough cushion between the glassware Be generous with the packing paper. You can always reuse packing materials to reduce costs.

#TipTuesday: small bathroom problems If you have a small bathroom, keeping clutter away and organizing might be a challenging task. Our #tiptuesday is incorporating wall-mounted self-adhesive caddies in your small bathroom space. When you lay items such as combs, brushes, and toothpaste vertically, it will exponentially clear out space.... Any other tips to save bathroom space?