Storage Tips

• Store more frequently needed items in front of unit.

• Use specially designed Covers to protect furniture, mattresses, and box springs.

• Always think vertical. Stack items floor to ceiling, using dressers and tables as means of stacking boxes and lighter items upward.

• Stack chairs and other wood furniture by placing blankets or towels between to help protect while storing.

• Wedge open appliance doors to allow air to circulate inside.

• Allow space between larger pieces of furniture and the unit walls for air circulation.

• Drain fuel tank of all gas-powered lawn equipment to help prevent corrosion and reduce unpleasant odors.

• Use Trash cans to store gardening tools such as rakes, shovels, etc.

• Store large furniture (table tops and couches) on end to optimize space.

• Clean furniture, boxes, and unit of all food and perishables.

• Do not store any food or perishable items.

• Do not store any combustibles (paint and other chemicals).

• Use only sturdy boxes and containers for storing your items; seal boxes completely to prevent dust

• Label all containers and boxes; arrange boxes so that the labels are facing out and easily read

• Fill containers to capacity and fill in space with packing material

• Pack heavier items in small boxes

• Do not use heavy plastic to cover furniture; use only blankets or thin breathable plastic made specifically for storage

• Cover dressers with sheets or plastic wrap so you can stack boxes on top

• Stack items on end to save space

• Fill drawers and appliances with small items to conserve space

• Wrap dishes and other breakables individually, layering padding at the top and bottom of the box

• Dissemble lamps, tables, barstools and other furnishings as applicable; wrap pieces individually and store securely in boxes

• Wrap wooden table legs and chairs to avoid scratches

Packing TIPS

• Be sure to label boxes while packing and place them in unit with label visible.

• Use large boxes for lighter items such as pillows, blankets, etc. and use smaller boxes for heavier items like books, DVDs, and electronics.

• Pack small items carefully and avoid using trash bags, as items tend to break and mildew due to lack of ventilation.

• Don’t over load boxes; you shouldn’t have to strain when moving them.

• If packing items of different weights in the same box, be sure to put heavier items on bottom and label this end up.

• Be sure to wrap breakables carefully in newspaper or bubble wrap.

• Use wardrobe boxes to hang clothing or draperies so the fabric can breathe and doesn’t wrinkle.

• Furniture drawers can be used to store small, well-wrapped breakable items

• Fill boxes completely, stuff extra space with newspaper to help prevent collapsing when stacked.