1.) Plan your storage
space. Place those items that you need to get to often in
the front. Allow for walkways.
2.) Always clean and
thoroughly dry appliances before storing. Placing a receptacle
of salt inside freezers and refrigerators will help absorb
moisture
3.) Completely fill
each box with your heaviest items on the bottom and lighter
items on top.
4.) Always pack books
flat in small boxes for easy lifting
5.) Try to keep your
boxes in uniform sizes. They are much easier to stack that
way.
6.) Drain all gas
and oil from engines in lawnmowers, tillers, etc.
7.) Label ALL
boxes for easy identification
8.) Always pack mirrors,
window, and screens on edge, not flat. Protect them by packing
individually with strong cardboard
9.) Leave a small
space between the wall and your storage items to allow for
ventilation
10.) Pack your boxes
and other items as close together as possible to avoid moisture
accumulating between them. Always use plenty of packing papers
for dishes and glasses. Each item should be wrapped individually
11.) Use a HIGH
QUALITY lock, preferably one sold by US Storage Centers,
for your unit. They are much harder to break or cut, keeping
your valuables as safe as possible.
12.) Always protect
upholstered furniture and mattresses with specially designed
plastic covers or sheers and blankets. Place a pallet or plastic
sheet underneath.
13.) Make up an inventory
of your stored items and keep it in a safe place at home or
in a safe deposit box.
14.) Use uniform size
boxes for easy stacking. BE SURE they're
strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs. (it is best not to put too
much in each box.)
15.) List contents
of boxes on all four sides, number the boxes, seal with masking
tape or glued paper tape.
16.) Stack lighter
boxes on top of heavier boxes.
17.) When storing wood
furniture, place a receptacle of water in unit to aid in moisture
retention.
18.) Place your storage
items on 2" x 4" boards or on palettes to guard
against dampness. Any concrete floor may become cold and damp.
19.) Dishes and glasses
should be wrapped in packing paper and placed in dish pack
boxes. Stack those on top.
20.) Cover all your
stored possessions with a plastic sheet. Allow for ventilation
when using plastic covers.
21.) CAUTION:
It is against the law to store materials that are HAZARDOUS
or COMBUSTIBLE such as gasoline, solvents,
paint, etc. Drain out all remaining gasoline from lawn mowers,
power tools, boats, snowmobiles, etc.
22.) Pictures and mirrors
should be wrapped in mirror crates marked "FRAGILE"
and stacked on end.
23.) Furniture with
drawers can be utilized as storage places for knickknacks,
china, silverware, and small items. Wrap in tablecloths, towels,
or blankets to prevent breakage.
24.) Larger appliances
make excellent "packing cases" for blankets, towels,
tablecloths, and clothes.
25.) Shovels, hoes,
rakes and hoses can be stored together in empty trash cans.
Stack extra cans inside one another.
26.) Tables with removable
legs should be "broken down" to save space.
27.) Sofas and love
seats can be stored on end to save floor space. Always place
a protective waterproof cover under the end on the floor.
Cushions should be wrapped in plastic and placed on top.
28.) Cover stuffed
furniture with dust cover to protect against dust.
29.) If you stand mattresses
on end, be sure to "prop" them up to stand straight
or they may bend out of shape and become lumpy.
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