When your kids move out of the house to go to college or enter the workforce, you might wonder what to do with their old rooms. While it makes sense to keep certain items in storage for sentimental value, there are ways you can repurpose the space so that it still gets some use.

4 Tips for Using Your Kids’ Old Rooms

1. Decide How to Use the Space

Think about the types of rooms your house could benefit from having. Do you need an office, lounge, or home gym? If you don’t already have a guest room, turn the vacancy into a comfortable space where your children and other guests can stay when they visit. 

2. Clean Out Rooms

Once you designate the new purpose of each room, start cleaning them out and organizing them. Set aside four separate boxes for items to keep, sell, donate, and discard. If possible, have your children go through this process with you, so you don’t accidentally throw out anything important. 

3. Protect Valuables & Keepsakes

If you decide to keep some of your kids’ belongings in their rooms, put them in protective coverings. Plastic tubs are helpful for keeping insects and rodents from chewing through and damaging items. Garment bags will preserve the integrity of prom dresses, sports uniforms, and school spirit wear. 

4. Rent a Storage Unit

Once you pack up boxes of your children’s items that you want to keep, put them in a storage unit. Doing so will make your home feel more functional and allow you to enjoy a clutter-free space. Choose a storage facility with 24-hour access, so your kids can retrieve items they need at any time. 

When you need a secure, easily accessible, and climate-controlled place to keep your belongings, contact Windmill Storage and Business Park. Since 1995, they have provided Kalispell, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls, MT, with heated storage solutions for boxes, furniture, boats, and recreational vehicles. Call (406) 892-8900 to ask about monthly rates on commercial or residential storage units, or visit them online to learn more about how to choose the right size.