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If you’re interested in renting a storage unit, you likely want to fit as much as possible inside. With a few organizational tips, you can maximize your space and fit everything you need. Below, storage experts at Alpine Storage, Inc. in Kalispell, MT, offer their favorite tips for fitting the most possible into a unit.

4 Ways to Maximize Space in Your Storage Unit

1. Same-Sized Boxes or Totes

It’s helpful to choose boxes that are similarly sized to ease stacking. This eliminates dead space between boxes, and it can prevent a toppling tower by ensuring every box has a sturdy base. Consider putting cardboard boxes on sticker boards or pallets. Or purchase plastic totes which are easily stackable.

2. Shelves

For small boxes or irregularly shaped items, shelving can keep your unit organized without sacrificing space. Push them right up against the wall and find sets with removable shelves. This way, you can stack small items above your stacks of boxes.

3. Furniture

To utilize the vertical space, carefully tilt your sofa and store it vertically. This opens up floor space and can even provide some nooks to put smaller items. If any large items, such as beds and tables, can be disassembled, do it: it will allow you to store the parts where they fit instead of working around one large object. Be sure to pack the dismantled pieces carefully and nearby. Place screws and small parts in a plastic bag and tape to a larger piece.

4. Make a Path

While organizing, be sure to leave space to access everything. This is especially important for temporary storage as you may need a few boxes at a time. Pack along the back wall and then on each side, leaving a path which will allow you to find what you need without unpacking the entire unit. As long as you have an appropriately sized unit, you should have plenty of room for a path.

Give Us a Call

For decades, family-owned and -operated Alpine Storage, Inc. has been safely and securely storing valuables for their neighbors in Kalispell. From seasonal storage to students between semesters, every customer has enjoyed peace of mind knowing their belongings are stored in a well-lit, fenced-in facility with a coded gate system for superior safety. Check their Facebook page for more info, and give them a call to check on availability at (406) 755-0002 today! 

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