Storage Hints & Tips

Here at Store It IOW we are always here to help you get the most out of your storage unit.

By following a few of our simple, straight forward hints & tips you will be confident in storing your goods safely and securely but also maximizing the storage space you have.

• Use good quality packing boxes.   A full range of packaging materials can be purchased in store, please ask a member of staff for more details

• Always completely fill boxes, as partially full or bulging boxes may tip or collapse

• Heavy items should be packed into small boxes so that they are easy to lift & carry

• Label boxes for easy reference when locating goods or marking fragile or heavy items (check out our handy label document) > Handy Box Labels

• Keep an inventory of your stored items in a safe place

• Ensure all fragile goods are wrapped in protective packaging or bubble wrap prior to storing

• Dishes, glasses or other fragile china should be wrapped in tissue paper or bubble wrap before placing into boxes

• Clean garden equipment prior to storing

• Use wardrobe/garment boxes to hang any clothes to prevent creasing & keep shape

• Place heavy or bulky items in your storage unit first to provide a good stacking base

• Plan your storage space – any items that you will not need access to can be stored at the back of your unit

• To maximise space stack similar sized boxes together

• Do not stack heavy items on sofas or mattresses

• Always place a protective cover over your soft furnishings – we stock furniture covers in store

• Stack chairs seat to seat with a blanket or piece of cardboard to separate them

• Leave refrigerator or freezer doors open to allow ventilation & always ensure freezers are fully defrosted prior to storing.

• Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard & bubble wrap, marked fragile and stored on their end

• Cover your goods with dust sheets to reduced dust build up