• 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.