For Domestic and Commercial - Advantage Self Storage

Storage Tips

Appliances.

Fridges, freezers and other white goods should be thoroughly dry and clean before storing. Whilst in storage the door should be secured slightly ajar. A deodoriser placed inside fridges or freezers is also a good idea to maintain freshness. Don't place items inside fridges or freezers as the shelves and. linings can be easily marked and damaged.

Battery Operated Appliances and Toys.

We recommend that you remove the batteries to avoid damage from leaking batteries.

Computers.

Computers, like your other electrical items, need special care. The original boxes are highly recommended for packing. However bubble-wrap and good quality packing cartons will do the job. Remember to use some packing or linen in the bottom and top of cartons. This provides extra protection to the contents.

Dishes and Glassware.

Place a layer of packing inside the bottom and top of cartons containing breakables. Protect fragile items by wrapping them individually in packing paper. Nest cups and bowls, stand plates, saucers, platters, casseroles on their edges. Fill any gaps in the cartons with packing e.g. scrunched paper or linen. This will keep your fragile items well protected and prevent them from moving around in the cartons whilst in transit. Label all cartons containing fragile items and avoid storing heavy items on the top of these cartons.

Electrical Equipment.

All equipment should be thoroughly cleaned and dry before it is stored.

Fabric Items.

All items need to be clean.

Files, Records and other Documents.

Pack books flat to protect their spines. Use suitable archive boxes or packing cartons. This will save you space, simplify retrieval and offer the best protection for your goods or records. Use packing to fill out empty pockets in the boxes. Clearly label all boxes to identify contents. Put lighter boxes on top to prevent collapse of those underneath.

Furniture.

Empty the contents of wardrobes, drawers and cupboards to protect the shelving and structure of these items. Clothing and personal goods should be packed in strong secure cartons with some naphthalene, mothballs or similar product to protect and maintain their condition. Where possible remove the legs from items of furniture eg. bed bases, tables etc to avoid damage and save space. Vacuum food crumbs from lounges to prevent attracting vermin.

Metal Items.

Wrapping silver in non acid tissue paper or plastic bags can help reduce tarnishing. Wipe chrome or cast iron with a little machine oil to help retard rust.

Mirrors, Windows, Screens and Paintings.

These items should be protected by packing material e.g. bubble-wrap or in a flat-pack carton. Store them standing on their edges in an upright position (not lying flat).

Stereos, Televisions and Videos.

Your electrical equipment is very delicate and sensitive and should be handled with care. The original boxes are ideal to repack in. However wrapping items individually in bubble-wrap, packing them in cartons, and sealing the top will offer protection for your electrical items. Remember to pack out any gaps in the cartons. Turntables and tone arms of record players should be secured to prevent damage whilst they are being moved. Pack records on their edges in cartons to prevent warping.

Helpful Hints.

Using standard cartons will result in efficient storage and removalist costs. We sell cartons, porta robes, paper, tape, bubble-wrap and plastic covers which will maintain and protect your goods whilst in storage. Fill cartons to capacity, partially full or bulging cartons may rip or collapse. Heavy items like books or tools should be packed in small cartons so they are easy to handle. Books should be packed flat, not on their spine. Pack and label cartons room by room and clearly mark any cartons/items you may want while in storage. Ensure your removalist places these adjacent to the door of your storage unit.

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