Once children outgrow their baby items, parents often find that those items take up a ton of space. Most people do not want to get rid of all of those baby items and the baby gear for a couple of reasons. Whether you feel it is too early to let go of the items for sentimental reasons, or because you might have another child, or maybe you want to hold onto them for your future grandchildren, there are specific ways to pack and store (especially in a storage unit in Phoenix) them to preserve them like new. Preparing Baby Clothes for Storage One of the most common “keepers” is baby clothing. For parents who want to preserve clothing for future children or grandchildren, these few steps will help you: Start with laundering the clothing, but use unscented laundry detergent. Insects and rodents love the smell of scented laundry detergent, and they can damage the clothing. Fold items neatly and square to minimize the amount of space they take up in storage containers. Sort clothing by gender and size. If you have any unisex clothing, categorize that separately. If you are storing baby items for future grandchildren, you will probably want to keep only the most precious items - the items that hold the most sentimental value. Packing Baby Clothing for Storage Next, you will want to place the baby clothing in containers that are clearly labeled. Clearly labeling everything by gender, size, and even season of clothing will make everything easier when you do have your next child or grandchild and you want to grab only the girls’ 0-3 month summer clothing, for example. If you are planning to store clothing over the course of many years, you should consider using acid-free storage boxes to ensure the clothing will not yellow over time. You might also want to consider getting a climate control storage unit to ensure that mold and mildew do not wreck the clothing. Also, while it may seem like vacuum sealed bags are perfect for storing baby clothing, the clothes inside vacuum-sealed packs are unable to breathe and may sustain damage. Storing Baby Gear When it comes to bassinets, swings, cribs, and high chairs, the first step would be to disassemble the furniture into smaller pieces for storage. Temperature and humidity can cause problems like warping, mold and mildew, so it is important to pack items correctly. While these items can be expensive, due to safety regulations that change frequently, it is not recommended to store large baby furniture for the long term. Storing larger baby gear for any longer than two years may not be worth it. Again, climate control units may be best for storing baby gear, as well. Phoenix Storage Units for Your Needs If you are considering storing your baby items and gear for future children, whether it is your children or grandchildren, we here at US Storage Centers in Phoenix on N 83rd are here to help you choose the right storage unit for your needs. We have a wide array of leasing options and storage unit sizes, and our units are under constant surveillance to ensure your items are safe. Furthermore, you have access to your storage unit from 6 am to 10 pm, using our electronic gate that is only accessible by those with a storage unit. If you are looking to find the best storage unit in Phoenix, feel free to contact us today. US Storage Centers 4860 North 83rd Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85033 (866) 858-7031
