Storage units are invaluable when you have an abundance of items and not enough space to keep them in your home. That’s particularly true of clothing, which can easily crowd your closets and drawers before filling up boxes you don’t have room for. Though fabric is vulnerable, there are several steps you can take to keep every outfit in pristine condition in the unit. If you aren’t quite ready to part ways with your clothes, consider these tips for safely storing them.

How to Protect Your Clothes in a Storage Unit

Do:

Use cedar blocks.

Adding cedar wood blocks or balls to your clothing is a wonderful way to prevent that telltale musty odor that may otherwise develop over time. They’ll also prevent moths and mildew from destroying your valuables. Because they have such a gentle, pleasant fragrance, you can trust them to leave behind an inoffensive aroma when you go into your storage unit to retrieve your clothes.

Store clothes seasonally.

You can stay more organized at home by using your unit to hold seasonal items. During summer, fill your unit with cold-weather essentials, such as heavy sweaters, bulky coats, jackets, scarves, and gloves. Then the extra space at home will be ready for other items. When cold weather arrives, simply stow away the spring and summer basics in your secure unit and voila—you’re a space management pro.

Don’t:

Forget to label everything.

It’s best to label every single box you place inside your storage space so you don’t lose track of anything. Be specific if it will help you find what you need at a later date; for example, you can label each winter-specific box with the general contents inside, such as “coats” or “gloves and hats.” The more information you provide, the easier it will be for you to quickly retrieve what you need.

Avoid long-term vacuum sealing.

While vacuum-sealing your clothing is an easy way to minimize the amount of space it takes up, this may have a negative impact on the fabric in the long term. Because the clothes are essentially starved for air, the bags cause the minuscule fibers to lose their integrity. When you open them up later, you may find that your clothes are shapeless and lackluster. Use clear boxes with snap-on lids to help your clothes stay clean, safe, and in great condition.

Are you seeking a reliable storage facility to keep your unused or seasonal clothes safe? Turn to A-1 Williams Mini Storage in Cookeville, TN. In addition to providing you with 24-hour access to your space, the facility offers a wide range of sizes to accommodate your every need. The secure facility takes your privacy and integrity seriously, which is why they have a dependable security staff on hand. Visit them online to learn more or call (931) 537-6005 to discuss unit sizes.