So you now have your own mini storage unit. Congratulations! article source! This is like a second closet that won’t make you feel guilty about your hoarding habits. It’s time to pack it up. Let’s look at some tips for packing like Tetris.
Prior to anything else, you should make a strategy. It’s true that plans are not as exciting as painting, but you should trust me. Create a rough plan of how you will stack and store the items. It will save you the trouble of playing musical chairs later with boxes.
You’ll find that boxes are your best friend. It’s important to keep things uniform. Use boxes that are similar in size if you can. Everything fits together perfectly without falling apart at the slightest provocation. Do not forget to label your boxes! Past-you will thank present-you, when you won’t be tearing through boxes looking for the one item.
Here’s a classic question: What is heavier? And what is lighter? Placing heavy items at the bottom of a pile and lighter ones up top is always a good idea. It’s really just physics — unless you are trying to create a paper avalanche.
The bubble wrap you use to protect fragile items is not for popping. Wrap fragile items with bubble wrap or paper before packing them.
Do not pack everything as if you were packing a suitcase for a trip. Let air circulate in between stacks of books to prevent mildew, mold and fungus from taking root.
Think vertically. You can maximize your height by stacking up instead of spreading out. Invest in shelving units that are sturdy if you need them. These will help maximize space and not compromise accessibility.
As you work, create pathways to help you reach items in the back of your storage unit without needing to perform Cirque du Soleil acrobatics.
Remember the old blankets lying around? The blankets can be used to cushion furniture or large appliances, preventing scratches.
Remember to control moisture as well. Nobody wants their stuff to smell like it’s been under water for weeks! You can also add some silica-gel packets and moisture absorbers to the mix in case humidity crashes your party without warning.
Last, although it may seem silly, you should keep an inventory list near your unit door. You can also save the list digitally and have it available anywhere. After all: remembering mountains upon mountains is not always easy.