Maximising Your Space: Top 10 Organisational Tips for Self Storage Users
Renting a self-storage unit is a fantastic way to declutter your living space, create more room at home, and securely store belongings you don't need on a daily basis. However, to truly make the most of your self-storage rental, it's important to organise your items efficiently. Here are our top 10 organisational tips for self storage users that will help you maximise your space and ensure easy access to your stored items:
Plan Before You Pack: Before moving anything into your storage unit, take some time to plan and strategise. Create an inventory list of what you're storing and consider how frequently you might need to access each item.
Categorise and Label: Divide your items into categories such as clothing, electronics, documents, and seasonal items. Use clear, detailed labels on boxes and containers so you can easily identify the contents without having to open everything up.
Use Uniform Boxes and Containers: While it might be tempting to use a variety of boxes and containers you have lying around, using uniform sizes will make stacking and arranging items much easier. Opt for sturdy boxes that can withstand stacking without collapsing.
Invest in Shelving: If your storage unit allows, invest in some freestanding shelving units. These can significantly increase your storage space by utilising vertical space. Place frequently accessed items on lower shelves and less-used items on higher shelves.
Create Aisle Space: Leave a clear pathway down the centre of your storage unit. This allows you to access items without having to move everything around. An organised space is a functional space.
Furniture Puzzle: If you are storing furniture, disassemble it if possible to save space. Stack chairs and smaller items on top of tables. Place cushions and soft items within the furniture cavities to save even more space.
Protect Delicate Items: For delicate items like glassware or electronics, wrap them in bubble wrap or packing paper before storing. This not only protects them from damage but also helps prevent dust accumulation.
Utilise Vertical Space: Make use of the vertical space in your unit by stacking items vertically. Consider using shelves, hooks, or brackets on the walls to hang bicycles, sports equipment, or tools.
Store Smart: Store items you may need to access frequently at the front of your unit. Seasonal items can be stored toward the back. This way, you won't have to move everything around each time you need something.
Keep a Map: Create a simple diagram or map of where you've placed specific items within your unit. This will save you time and frustration when you're searching for something in the future.
In conclusion, renting a self-storage unit is a savvy way to free up space in your home and keep your belongings secure. However, to truly benefit from your storage rental, organisation is key. By following these 10 tips, you can make the most of your storage space and maintain easy access to your items whenever you need them. Happy organising!
Remember, a well organised storage unit not only makes retrieval easy but also prevents damage to your items. Take the time to plan and set up your storage unit thoughtfully to enjoy the full benefits of self storage.
Clothes Storage
Good news winter is on its way out! You know what that means, time to get the summer cloths on and pack those bulky winter cloths away! However, where are you going to put them? We know how frustrating it can be having nowhere to put all your winter cloths so why not put them into storage for the summer and keep your bedroom clutter free.
Did you know that clothes are one of the biggest forms of clutter in the average house hold so how good would it be to put all your unwanted clothes into storage and only keep the ones you need, well at Tiger Self Storage
you can! We have ideal storage options for you that are perfect when it comes to decluttering your wardrobe. We understand how frustrating it can be having wardrobes full of nice cloths that you don’t want to get rid of but you just don’t have the space for.
It doesn’t just have to be for the summer, you can keep your perfect unit for as long as you want so as the seasons change you can organise your storage around what you need and when you will need it.
When it comes to storing clothes, we recommend one of two ways to store. The first way is put everything in vacuumed bags, you can fill the bag as much as you like then suck all the air out of it and have it vacuumed packed for maximum storage space. The other options is stackable plastic boxes, these are great because you can fit a lot of items in and stack them perfectly saving some much space in your unit or locker, using these storing options your things will also stay dust free.
Vist our website to find out more www.tiger-storage.co.uk or contact us 01724 858508 info@tiger- storage.co.uk
Archive Storage
What is archive storage and why do we need it?
It is a legal requirement for a business to keep certain paperwork for 6 years before they can legally dispose of important documentation, as a result offices and homes get clogged up with years and years of paperwork that most likely will never see the light of day. So how do we get around this problem, storage of course! Putting them into storage is one of the safest things you can do and you can come back and refer to them at any point should you ever need to go through your old documents.
Who doesn’t want a clean office?
Are you feed up with having an office full of old paperwork that you can’t get rid of? Then storage is the perfect solution for you, here at Tiger Self Storage we offer units from big to small to tailor for everyone’s needs. This means that we will have a perfect unit for you. Storage units are a perfect way to keep everything you need without the mess.
So why would you need archive storage?
It’s a space saver for a start, who wouldn’t want more space in their office. It will also give you great peace of mind knowing that your documents are stored away safely and efficiently.
It’s extremely convenient to have your files archive away properly, for example you can have racking in the unit labelled A-Z and store the documents alphabetically to find exactly what you are looking for in a matter of minutes rather than going through box after box trying to find the right paperwork.
Have any doubts?
If you are thinking about archive storage with us please feel free to come by wherever’s best for, one of our members of staff would love to show you around and explain what we have to offer.
Decluttering
Do you ever just look around your house and feel so small in a room so big because it’s full of things you don’t want to throw away but don’t have any space for? If that’s the case then decluttering is the answer for you.
Start 2020 right and re-evaluate what you really need and what you don’t. Anything you need but don’t have the space for should go into storage. One of the first things to focus on is your Christmas decorations as Christmas has passed now what a good idea it would be to put all your Christmas decorations into storage rather than having it in a spare room taking up space at home.
Decluttering can make you feel really good, it feels good to let go of things you don’t need any more, it might sound really obvious but you will also have so much more space. Everyone has that junk room in their house that they are afraid to admit to having but how nice would it be to have that as a room you actually use, having a good clear out will make you feel better about the space you are living in. It also gives you more freedom, if you have a house full of things you don’t need it will tie you down into keeping hold of them and therefore putting them into storage is the perfect solution. You aren’t getting rid of it just putting it away in a safe environment. It might sound obvious but it will make cleaning so much easier, the less mess you have in the first place the quicker doing the cleaning will be, cleaning is a chore so my not make it easier on yourself.
It’s said that having a clear home gives you a clear mind.
So how do we come into this, well we offer units from 10 square foot all the way up to 200 square foot which are perfect for storing personal items that you don’t want to get rid of. We also offer discounts for long term clients; our clients can earn up to three months free storage with us for a 12 month stay. We are the ideal solution to all your storage needs and the best part is you can access your things 7 days a week. Head over to our storage estimator on our website to find your perfect unit with us https://tiger-storage.co.uk/quote/
The benefits of self storage
Storage is becoming more and more popular with many different benefits to using self-storage, from moving home, student storage, vehicle and caravan storage, archiving, pallet and business storage. Storage facilities offer units from big to small to cater for all types of customers.
At Tiger Self Storage we offer state of the art security and insurance on all units with personalised access codes for each customer. The whole building is monitored by 24hour CCTV as well as being alarmed and gated at night to ensure maximum security.
We will give you a unique access code to the facility that allows you to come and go as much as you please. You can also stay as long as you would like, if you agree to stay for 1 week but decide you want to stay longer that is not a problem. We take payments month by month so you can extend your stay if you wish.
Lastly merchandise is always available to ensure quality storing, for example we can offer dust sheets which we always recommend and boxes to make the most of all your space.
Not Just Unit Storage
At Tiger Self Storage we offer a lot more than just unit storage. We also offer warehouse space for vehicles, caravan and pallet storage.
Car, Bike, pallet & Caravan Storage
We have a separate indoor warehouse for the storage of cars, bikes, pallets and caravans. Our facility is clean, dry, safe and has 24 hour CCTV for maximum security.
Prices for the warehouse storage are not included in the storage estimator, please contact reception for new customer prices.
Business Storage
With the law requiring archiving of particular documents for certain lengths of time, self-storage is a flexible and convenient option for businesses both small and large. Our staff are also always available during office hours to take any deliveries that may be required.
Self-storage for Business
Self-storage for business use is a growing market in the U.K. More and more businesses are benefiting from owning a storage unit for all their business needs. It comes with many different advantages.
One of the biggest benefits of using self- storage for businesses is the level of security. Tiger Self Storage have state of the art CCTV, fully alarmed building, customer personalised access code and the property is gated and locked at night offering the highest quality security. This would put your mind at ease and leave you worry free.
The accessibility is great, you will have your own access code and you can come and go from your unit 7 days a week. Having all of your business goods in one place means you can keep your business life separate from your personal life, if you have all of you business goods and paperwork around your home it may make you feel like you never stop working but keeping them separate well help in dividing work life and business life.
On site assistance is also available for example we can accept deliveries if you are not available to take in.
Contact us now for further information info@tiger-storage.co.uk or call us on 01724 858508
Going Travelling?
Nowadays travelling is such a big thing and loads of people want to go and explore the big wide world for all it has to offer.
The big question is what do you do with all your belongings whilst you are half way around the world having the time of your life? Well Tiger Self Storage has the answer, we can help you pick out the perfect unit for storing all of your personal belongings. Our expert team will be able to assist you in finding the perfect unit to keep all of your prize possessions safe. So, wherever you are in the world you can bank on all your personal items being safe.
Worried about how long you will need the storage for? You can store your items for as long as you would like. The good news is we can always accommodate our customers, if you know you are going for a certain amount of time you can pay for all of your storage up front or if you aren’t sure how long you will be gone, we can set you up on a rolling payment where you just pay month to month and this can be cancelled at any time. If you pay for all your storage up front and decided you want to keep traveling and therefore still need the storage space, we can set you up for rolling payment so you won’t have to worry.