Get the most of our storage unit and organize properly to get more space out of your unit. Self-storage in Baltimore that’s efficient and safe isn’t hard to find, but organizing your storage unit may be a bit harder. We’ve curated a list of tips and tricks on how you can organize your storage unit to get the most out of the limited space you have. What’s in the box? We have plenty of tips for boxes alone when it comes to self-storage. Your first tip is that you never want to use more than two sizes of boxes. This is so there aren’t any weird gaps and unused spaces. It may also save you money and time when getting more boxes, as you aren’t looking for different sizes for different items. Utilizing this tip will help you when it comes to stacking. When organizing these boxes, make sure to put labels on the more delicate items. This will prevent them from being at the bottom of the stack and becoming crushed. When it comes to glassware, make its own separate stack and put the heavier items on bottom. More delicate glassware should be placed higher in the stack so they do not become crushed. Never lean these items against others as they can be subject to a falling box when removing. Lighter boxes will be more susceptible to falling over, so filling with heavier items (unless glass) is key. Putting all items in boxes is a perfect way to prevent them from becoming warped, broken or dusty. For less-delicate items, use packaging peanuts. For glassware and other fragile items, wrapping somewhat loosely in bubble wrap will give them extra padding. Using both with fragile items is a great way to add another blanket of security. Never wrap in normal plastic whether it’s glass or electronics, as moisture can build up between plastic and create mold, mildew and more. For clothes, buy wardrobe boxes to remove the risk of wrinkles. These types of boxes allow you to put the piece of clothing in normal by hanging them inside. Clothing boxes don’t need bubble wrap or packing peanuts, so save these for the more important items. Organizing the actual unit Make sure to plan beforehand where you’re going to put all of the boxes. While this may seem like an added task you may not need, creating a little map will help your storing and removal go much faster than you expect. Before putting your boxes in, make sure to get old pallets and put them on the floor of the self-storage unit. This will keep your items off of the floor in case of any weather related leaks or spills that may happen at the facility. This can also prevent the boxes from becoming wet from a damp floor. Over time, this can create mold and mildew on the bottoms and you may run the risk of throwing out your items. Last but not least, make sure you drain all equipment of their gas. This can prevent damage to your engine, gas tanks and the possibility of a fire. In conclusion, there are many ways to organize and get the full amount of space out of your self-storage in Baltimore. Also be sure to look into climate and moisture controlled units in Baltimore as the weather can become more hot and humid to cooler nights, depending on the season. Temperature fluctuation can cause damage to your electronic items and it’s important to be prepared. US Storage Centers 5117 Belair Road Baltimore, MD 21206 (410) 929-2939
