Storage Tips

We've compiled a list of storage tips to help you ensure your possessions will come out of storage in the same condition they went in.

General Tips

Store items you'll need most often at the front of the unit.
Never over-pack boxes - overfilled boxes may rupture and topple when stacked.
Use protective covers.
Limit cartons when possible to a maximum weight of 22kg to make handling easier.
Mattresses should be covered to keep them protected.

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

Clothing and personal goods should be packed in strong secure cartons with some mothballs or a similar product to protect and maintain their condition.
Where possible remove the legs from items of furniture e.g bed bases, tables etc. to avoid damage and save space.
Vacuum food crumbs from lounges to prevent attracting vermin and mould.

Place a layer of packing inside the bottom and top of cartons containing breakables.
Protect fragile items by wrapping them individually in packing paper (newsprint can be very messy and possibly stain).
Stand bowls, plates, saucers, platters, casserole dishes etc. 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.
Label all cartons containing fragile items and avoid storing heavy items on the top of these cartons.

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).