When you have a lot of valuable items, it can be beneficial to consider self-storage solutions. For example, excess furniture can be difficult to store in your home due to its large size. Therefore, if you are not interested in selling your antique items or older sentimental pieces, self-storage is the best choice. It will allow you to keep your items safe until you are ready to use them or pass them down to your loved ones. Also, you can place them in storage until you are ready to proceed with a sale. If you are storing furniture in a storage unit for the first time, you should use these packing tips.
Clean the Furniture
You should not place your furniture in self-storage before proper cleaning. If the pieces remain dirty, they could degrade prematurely or even attract vermin. If you are planning on storing sofas or lounges, you should vacuum the surfaces thoroughly to remove crumbs or debris. Failing to do so could mean attracting destructive insects and rodents. It is also advisable to condition leather, wood and steel materials with appropriate cleaners and waxes. This process will prevent problems such as drying out and rusting.
Empty Items Before Moving
If you are planning on storing wardrobes, armoires or desks in your unit, you should empty the internal space before packing and moving. If you move these furniture pieces when they still have items stored inside, the weight might be too much and cause damage. Also, the pieces will be unnecessarily difficult to carry to the moving van and the self-storage unit. If you must place items in your furniture for space efficiency, you should do so after the pieces are placed in storage.
Dismantle the Units
You should evaluate your furniture and determine whether disassembly is possible. It is not essential for you to dismantle your pieces during the packing process. However, this practice can help you handle your large items such as beds, sofas and tables with more ease. Moreover, you might be able to use your self-storage unit space with greater efficiency if the furniture is in smaller pieces.
Cover the Furniture
Finally, you should cover the furniture to protect it from damage when moving and after placement in the self-storage unit. In general, it is advisable to cover the pieces with breathable materials such as sheets or blankets. This practice is beneficial because materials such as wood and leather will trap moisture if covered with plastic. If you plan on stacking certain chairs, you should place cloth or paper between each chair to prevent scratching.
