When you’ve run out of space in your home or office, a storage unit will allow you to regain valuable elbow room. However, it’s also important to ensure the unit doesn’t become cluttered. If you hope to find the optimal organizational method for your rental, try these tips.

Do:

Use clear plastic bins.

Cardboard is great for temporary use, like a moving day, but plastic is better for long-term storage, as it keeps pests out. Plus, when you opt for clear plastic, you’ll be able to see what’s inside each box, so you won’t have to spend hours digging to find older items like seasonal clothes. Also, consider having the same size containers so you can more easily pile them on one another.

Make an aisle.

As you pack your storage unit, start by loading items at the back, and work your way along the sides of the space. Leave a comfortable aisle through the middle of the unit, so you can walk through and reach all areas when you come to retrieve something. Otherwise, you’ll have to empty all the boxes to reach the back.

Don’t:

Place items you’ll need in the back.

Think about which items you’ll likely need first or more frequently. For example, if you start renting in the fall, you’ll have to come back for the holiday decorations in a month. Place these items at the front of the unit. 

Keep furniture whole.

Even though it will add another step to your packing process, you’ll be happy you disassembled your furniture when it comes time to organize the storage unit. Store headboards, legs, mirrors, and other thin parts upright, stacked against the wall, so they take up the least amount of space.

If you’re looking to rent a storage unit in the Newcomerstown, OH, area, turn to Rt 8 Self Storage. They offer 24-hour access to their secure units, so you can pick up what you need at any time. They also provide temperature-controlled for sensitive objects. To learn more about their solutions for residential and commercial customers, visit the website, or call (330) 650-2626 today.