Storage Tips

Tips for protecting items in storage

• Regularly open the container to improve circulation and ventilation
• Leave a gap between your goods and the container walls to help ventilate the container.
• Lay a plastic sheet or cardboard on the floor of the container to protect your goods
• Cover your goods in a dust sheet.
• Always place a protective cover over your soft furnishings.
• Wrap pictures and mirrors in bubble wrap.
• Always fully defrost and clean fridge, freezers & all white goods before storing them, ensuring they're free of water.
• Make sure all appliances are cleaned properly before storage.

Tips for maximising space and locating items within your storage unit

• Pack seasonal goods and frequently used goods at the front so they’re easily accessible
• Place heavy or bulky items in the unit first to provide a good packing base
• Stack your boxes, maximising your space, from the back of the unit and fill your space methodically towards the front.
• Pack your items in stackable clear boxes so you can easily find something at a later date.
• Label your boxes to easily identify the contents.
• Secure your unit using the padlock provided.

Tips for storing vehicles & tools

• Vehicles, machinery and all garden equipment should be cleaned and drained of oil and petrol before storing.
• All vehicles and machinery should have cardboard or carpet placed beneath them while in storage
• Use small ramps to get your vehicle into the container
• Clean and dry tools and metals before storing. Wipe such items with a rag.