We all have family photographs, fabrics, and other keepsakes that remind us of days gone by, and preserving these treasures can present a challenge. In addition to the space personal mementos take up within your home, many of them are also vulnerable to damage due to exterior conditions. These conditions can rot and destroy your personal items, regardless of the care you take in packing them. A Phoenix storage unit is ideally suited to protect and preserve your memories while ensuring they are easily accessible when you need them. Storing Pictures and Important Documents Whether you have historical documents pertaining to your lineage, photo albums of family gatherings with loved ones who have passed, or cherished notes and artwork created by your children when they were young, a Phoenix storage unit provides the perfect space and climate to ensure these items are kept safe and intact. According to the U.S. National Records and Archives, documents, books, and photos should be stored in the kind of temperature-controlled, low-humidity environment that our Phoenix storage units offer. These units protect these precious items from the dangers of mold, rot, or bugs, as well as protect against flood or fire damage. Tips the U.S. Archives recommends for packing these items prior to storing include the following: For documents: Place in plastic sleeves within file folders, being sure to avoid overstuffing, folds or wrinkles. For photos: Arrange in binders or albums, and avoid using glue to adhere the photos, as this can eat away at the paper stock and cause photo staining and distortion. Arrange photos simply, and avoid overcrowding. For posters and artwork: Place these items in sleeves or plastic sheeting, if possible. Larger items can be rolled and place in cardboard containers. For books: Avoid using page liners, as these can damage the book binding. Opt instead to pack books standing upright on their sides in cardboard or plastic boxes, with the title binding upright for easy reference. Storing Clothing, Linen, and Other Fabrics Preserving wedding gowns, baby clothes, or tablecloths and curtains for other generations is a time-honored tradition, but these items can take up enormous space in your home while being susceptible to staining and moth damage. Phoenix storage units can give you peace of mind in knowing that these items are preserved and protected, while allowing you to organize them in such a way that using them when you want is easy. How Storage Units In Phoenix Can Help Save You Money on Your Mortgage In the quest to save money, increasing numbers of people have made the move towards smaller living spaces. Whether you are in the market for a slightly smaller home with less square footage or are ready to take the plunge into the trendy, tiny home market, reducing the amount you pay monthly on your mortgage can pay big dividends in the long run. Unfortunately, a common dilemma for those who wish to downsize is what to do with all the items they have accumulated over the years. According to the experts at the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex, the following tips can be used for preparing and packing your linens and fabrics for storage: Make sure all items are washed and cleaned before packing; Avoid ironing or using starches on items intended for storage; Store textiles flat, and avoid folding as much as possible; If folding is required, use padding within the folds to prevent permanent creasing; While tissue paper may be fine to prevent wrinkles when packing for a short trip, avoid it for items headed for long terms storage. Opt instead to use white cotton fabric for padding and wrapping, such as a bedsheet or pillowcase. By following these tips and using our temperature controlled Phoenix storage units to store your valuable fabrics, photos, and other mementos, you can trust that your memories will be preserved, both now and for years to come. US Storage Centers 4860 North 83rd Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85033 (866) 858-7031
