{"id":20796,"date":"2023-04-07T00:00:21","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T04:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=20796"},"modified":"2024-06-28T12:02:46","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T16:02:46","slug":"how-to-prepare-and-organize-your-storage-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/your-space\/organization\/how-to-prepare-and-organize-your-storage-unit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare and Organize Your Storage Unit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_01-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_01-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_01-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_01-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_01-2-750x563.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spring cleaning your storage unit? Here are some tips.<br>Photo via CubeSmart<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing better in life than a little bit of organizing and\nshuffling things around. Whether it\u2019s the end of the year and time to put those\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/your-space\/your-space-organization-how-to-store-holiday-decorations\/\">holiday\ndecorations<\/a> away or just\ntime to clear out and reorganize the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/your-space\/organization\/how-to-organize-a-kitchen-in-8-steps\/\">kitchen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/your-space\/organization\/how-to-organize-your-attic\/\">attic<\/a>, or garage, few things are more satisfying\nthan having everything neat and tidy. And the same can be said of your storage\nunit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re keeping things in a storage unit, it\u2019s not a case of out of\nsight, out of mind. You want to make sure your beloved possessions are in a well-organized\nenvironment that protects them and makes it easy for you to find what you\u2019re\nlooking for when it\u2019s time to bring items home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you already have a storage unit or you\u2019re planning on renting or\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/features-and-types\/sharing-a-storage-unit-what-to-know-and-what-to-avoid\/\">sharing<\/a> one, this guide will give you some top storage unit organization tips including what kind of containers to use,\nhow to label boxes properly, and how to arrange things in the best way possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mce_0\"><strong>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage-locations\/\">Storage Near You\ufeff<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to prepare your storage unit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treat every organizational\ntask as if you\u2019re starting from scratch. You may well have worked on organizing\nthings in the past, but the best approach is to get everything out and start\nagain, or you risk only doing half a job, and that won\u2019t cut it when it comes\nto effective long-term storage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of our top storage unit organization tips\nbefore you embark on your journey of organization. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clean your storage unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting fresh will make all the difference, so clean up before you begin organizing your storage space. First, take out everything currently in the unit and stack it separately. This may feel like a mammoth task, but it can help make things easier down the line. It can also be a good idea at this point to look at everything you\u2019ve got and decide on anything you want to throw away. Be honest. If you haven\u2019t used something for years, ask yourself if you still need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once everything is out, it\u2019s\ntime to get a bit of elbow grease and get cleaning. Sweep and mop your storage\nunit to get rid of any dust and debris and wipe the walls. This can help to\nremove any contaminants and ensure your storage space is in good working order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inventory<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having an inventory of\neverything in your storage unit is an important starting point. List out every\nitem that\u2019s in your storage space and whether it\u2019s a regularly used item that\ncomes out of storage every so often or something that\u2019s going to be there long-term.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having this list and knowing\nwhat\u2019s in your unit, as well as the purpose of everything, will make a world of\ndifference down the line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Organizing Your Storage Unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_03-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_03-6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_03-6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_03-6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_03-6-750x563.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Organize now and find your things much easier later.<br>Photo via CubeSmart<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019ve got everything out,\ntossed the things you don\u2019t need and are ready to start on the organization\njourney. It\u2019s time to start labeling, listing, and keeping track of everything\nyou have, to get your stacking skills on, and start to create a storage space\nthat works for you. Follow our top hacks below to ensure you have the most\neffective storage solution for your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Install shelving in your storage unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your storage unit allows,\nit can be a good idea to add some shelving to your space. This can help make it\neasier to organize things. It doesn\u2019t have to be a permanent installation\neither. Investing in some metal racks and shelving units that sit within your\nstorage unit can make it easier to keep valuables off the floor and organize\neverything. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With shelving installed, you can have set areas of your storage unit for each type of item you\u2019re keeping there. Choose to do it alphabetically, or by theme or room. However, you choose to do it, shelves keep things neat, tidy, and easier to find. What\u2019s more, you can also use sticky labels to easily keep note of what is stored on each shelf, making it simple to find what you\u2019re looking for when you need it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Create a center aisle or walkway <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessing your items is as\nessential as storing them appropriately. Not everything you put into storage is\nintended to be there long-term. It could be holiday decorations or the extra\ntables and chairs for seating everyone at Thanksgiving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being able to access the\nthings you need and reach everything easily is important. Not only does it make\nit easier to find things, but it\u2019s safer too. The last thing you want is to be\nclimbing over boxes and cause a mini storage avalanche. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However you choose to organize a storage unit,\nmake sure you lay everything out in a way that makes it easy to access. Think\nabout how a storeroom or warehouse is organized, with clear aisles between rows\nof boxes and items, and try to emulate this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a walkway that gives\nyou access to all your boxes and items makes it easier to find what you\u2019re\nlooking for and remove it. If you\u2019re finding it difficult, why not tape out a\nwalkway on the floor to ensure you keep that space free of any items?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mce_0\"><strong>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage-locations\/\">Storage Near You\ufeff<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Label every box<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most effective storage unit organization\nideas is labeling\nboxes. You need to be able to find things without having to pull out and open\nevery box, and that\u2019s where labels are your friend. Whether you use small label\nstickers to itemize each box, or you just write what\u2019s in each one on the side\nin permanent marker is up to you. The important thing is just to ensure it\u2019s\neasy to identify each box without having to disrupt your storage space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to note down handling\ninstructions such as &#8216;this side up&#8217;, &#8216;fragile&#8217;, or &#8216;sensitive items&#8217; too. Check\nthat any labels are large enough, easy to read, and do not fall off very\neasily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Buy plastic tubs and boxes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When storing items in a\nstorage unit, most people will rely on the tried and tested cardboard box. One\ngreat storage space organization idea is to ditch those old boxes, and instead\ninvest in plastic tubs and boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two great reasons\nwhy plastic tubs can be a great storage alternative. For one, they\u2019re far more\ndurable than cardboard boxes. This means that if your storage unit gets wet or\nsomething falls, your items will be better protected from the potential for\ndamage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, if you invest in\nclear plastic boxes and tubs, it\u2019s easier to find things in your storage unit.\nWhile it can still help to label everything, if you can see into boxes, you can\ninstantly find something you\u2019re looking for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stack appropriately<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re putting everything\ninto your storage unit, you\u2019ll want to make the most of your space. Remember,\nheight is everything. Most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage\">storage\nunits<\/a> are quite tall, so there\u2019s plenty of room to be utilized.\nBut this might take a little bit of planning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a Tetris expert,\nthis will likely be a little easier, but the key thing to remember is that\nboxes of a similar size and shape are easier to stack. Try to not use mismatched\nsizes on top of each other or you risk things coming tumbling back down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To stack effectively, put\nheavy items and boxes at the bottom, and ensure you don\u2019t stack anything on top\nof things that are easily broken. And remember, if you have boxes you\u2019re going\nto need to take out of storage often, it can be easier to put these at the top,\nrather than having to unstack things and re-stack them over and over. Try to\nleave space between stacks as well to allow your items to breathe and minimize\nthe risk of mold and other problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently accessed items upfront<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are always some items that we use more frequently than others. If you have things, you find you\u2019re regularly taking out of storage, it makes sense to stack them near the front where they\u2019re easier to access. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anything that\u2019s in long-term\nstorage and that you don\u2019t expect you will need for some time can go at the\nback of the unit, while those seasonal items you bring out every so often\nshould go nearer to the door, where you\u2019ll have easier access without having to\ndig through everything each time you come to your unit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Map the unit out after you\u2019re done organizing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_02-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_02-1-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_02-1-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_02-1-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/800X600_Blog02_02-1-2-750x563.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Feels great to have a clean space, doesn&#8217;t it?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have everything in\nyour unit, one great storage\norganization tip is to have a map of where everything is kept within the\nspace. As you pack everything away, keep a note of what is going where. You can\nthen draw this out on a simple map that highlights what types of items are\nstored in certain areas of your unit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to keep the map\nin your storage space too. Try taping it to the wall near the door so you don\u2019t\nlose it and always have it to hand when you need it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mce_0\"><strong>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage-locations\/\">Storage Near You\ufeff<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storage\nsolutions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as organizing a storage unit, it\u2019s important to consider if your current space is right for your needs. If you\u2019re storing a lot of valuables that could be susceptible to damage, such as furniture or musical instruments, you might want to look at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage\/climate-controlled-storage\/\">climate-controlled storage unit<\/a> that keeps your room at a steady temperature and reduces the risk of dampness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s\nalso worth considering space. Your items need room to breathe to ensure it\u2019s\neasy to find things and that organization remains a key focus. If you find\nyou\u2019re having to squeeze new boxes in or your walkway is getting ever smaller,\nit could be time to think about upgrading to a larger storage space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If\nyou\u2019re looking to organize or upgrade your storage unit, check out CubeSmart\u2019s\noffering of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/storage\/\">secure storage units<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s nothing better in life than a little bit of organizing and shuffling things around. Whether it\u2019s the end of the year and time to put those holiday decorations away or just time to clear out and reorganize the kitchen, attic, or garage, few things are more satisfying than having everything neat and tidy. 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