Personal storage units are excellent places to keep your belongings without cluttering your closets, basement, or garage. As each season comes to an end, it’s a good idea to store some items until the following year. Below, the team at Arctic Storage at Midtown in Anchorage, Alaska, shares a few tips about which items you should pack away in storage once summer ends. 

Summer Items You Should Put in Personal Storage 

1. Patio Furniture

Outdoor furniture lasts longer when it’s protected from the frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall, which is common during Alaskan winters. Items made from wood, teak, and wicker can sustain irreparable damages when exposed to prolonged winter weather conditions, even if it is classified as “weatherproof.” Nothing is designed to be indestructible, so it’s best to store your patio items away in a dry storage unit. 

2. Summer Clothes

Once summer is over, rotate your wardrobe and bring out your winter attire. Since winter clothes, like sweaters and coats, tend to be thicker than lightweight summer clothes, you may need extra space in your closet to accommodate your seasonal wardrobe. Keep your summer garments ready for the next season by packing them in airtight containers and putting them in storage once they’ve been cleaned. When possible, use clear plastic containers, so you can easily spot items you need once the new season approaches. 

3. Boats & Bikes

Many people store their bikes inside their garage and leave small boats somewhere on their property. However, these items can take up precious space, especially if it’s unlikely that you will use them during the winter. Personal storage is an excellent place to keep bikes and watercraft, so your property won’t get cluttered. Before storing, wipe everything down, ensure it’s dry, and keep it covered to prevent damage to any foam or rubber parts. 

If you're interested in using personal storage to pack away your summer belongings, you can count on Arctic Storage at Midtown to keep your items safe until you need them. For over 30 years, they have provided customers with secure, affordable self-storage units in various sizes. For more information about this facility or their two other convenient locations in Foothills and Park Lane, call (907) 563-3342 or visit them online.