Packing Tips
- The following Packing Tips are designed to help you wrap, pack, box and store your goods in self storage so they are stored in a safe and efficient manner. The more efficiently you can pack your self storage space the smaller space you will require. A smaller space will save you money!
- Start with the small stuff.
- Wrap precious items in protective products such as tissue paper and butchers paper. Clearly mark items fragile.
- Tape your storage boxes up well. Heavy duty boxes are best for stacking.
- Do not overload the boxes, particularly the large cartons.
- Pack the heavier items into small boxes.
- Dismantle as many pieces of furniture as possible, this makes it easier to store them.
- Pack electronic equipment with bubble wrap to prevent movement.
- Avoid using newspaper to wrap as the ink can rub off. We recommend butchers paper.
- Large objects can be stored on their sides to save space, so remember to wrap them in protective covers.
- Defrost your fridge several hours before your move, this will avoid water damage.
- Mark your boxes on their sides as well as tops. Tape a list of contents onto your boxes for easy retrieval of goods.
