Whether you’re storing long-term or just for the season, making the most of your storage unit is crucial. Smart storing goes beyond just stacking boxes. It’s about using every inch effectively.
Need some help figuring out how to store best? Saf Keep Storage has smart storage ideas to help make first-time renters feel like organizing pros.
1. Utilize Standing or Wall Shelves
Vertical space is often overlooked during the self storage process. Instead of just stacking boxes, try using shelves to free up valuable floor space. Standing shelves are perfect for storing bins, tools, and seasonal items that you may need to access regularly.
2. Take Apart Large Furniture
Large pieces like beds or futons can take up unnecessary space when left fully intact. Disassembling and storing home furniture vertically helps save room.
Make taking furniture apart easier by taking pictures or recording a video of the disassembling process. You should also use a clear container or bag to keep the necessary screws, bolts, and tools together, and place them by the furniture parts.
3. Use Furniture as Bonus Storage
Furniture that can’t be disassembled, like dressers and coffee tables, can be used to your advantage. Store smaller items, such as clothes, linens, or cords, inside and save yourself time and space by not having to pack them in separate boxes.
4. Don’t Overpack
Trying to fit too much into one box can backfire. Overpacked boxes are harder to stack and more likely to collapse. Neatly packed, evenly weighted boxes stack better and help you maximize your vertical space.
5. Use Vacuum-Sealed Bags
Soft goods, such as clothing and bedding, can take up a lot of room and easily overpack boxes. Vacuum-sealed bags shrink these items down by up to 80% making them the most effective way to store in tighter spaces.
6. Create Aisles
It’s tempting to pack your unit to the brim, but you’ll regret it when you need something from the back. Use the space you’ve saved with these storage hacks to create a narrow aisle, allowing you to easily access everything without having to unload your entire unit.
7. Label Clearly for Better Storage Unit Organization
Accessibility is important, but so is visibility. Label every box on multiple sides, and organize by room, then category (example: “Kitchen: Plates”). This strategy allows you to move out rooms at a time while easily tracking everything in them. Keep frequently used or lighter items at the top of each stack.
If you want to go the extra mile, create an inventory list that maps out what’s in your unit and where it’s located so you don’t have to rely on memory.
Put These Storage Hacks into Action at Saf Keep Storage
Saf Keep Storage has storage solutions for all of your household, business, and seasonal storage needs. To make your move easier, we offer packing and moving supplies as well as our moving guide.
If you’re ready to reclaim your space at home and optimize your unit’s capacity, contact us or find a Saf Keep Storage facility near you today!
