Storing
in summer requires some specific measures that provide extra protection for
your stored items. Here are some crucial summer storage tips that will help keep
your belongings in pristine condition, protected from the elements and any
potential bushfire outbreak.
Make Use of Packing Materials
The
first and easiest thing you can do to give your stored belongings proper
protection against the elements, dusts, and pests is to pack them using packing
materials. Newspapers and cardboard boxes are ideal, but when using cardboard boxes, use
packing peanuts and other similar materials to protect the edges of your items
from dents resulting from impacts. Items that you’ll be storing for a long time
should be protected with polystyrene peanuts, which are more powerful
insulators.
Keep your Items Clean and in Working Condition
Before
putting any item away, make sure they’re clean and in good condition. Dirt and
soot attracts pests and mould. Dirt and grime can also damage your items on
their own when left on the items for long. You want
to be able to put your electronics to use once you retrieve them from storage,
so you should make sure of that ahead of time.
Store Away Seasonal Items
During
summer, you’ll most likely not need a lot of items you’ve used during other
seasons. These include winter clothing, heating equipment, microfiber
comforters, etc.
It’d
be best to move out these items into storage to free up space in your garage,
wardrobe, and other areas of your home for items best-suited for summer. As
we’ve mentioned earlier, ensure all the items you’re moving to storage are
wiped clean and in good condition before locking them up in a storage unit.
We're here to help!
Contact your local Storage King on 1800 100 700 if you have any questions for items you're wanting to store, or for any other queries you may have with the moving and storing process. We're here to help!