Whether you’re downsizing to a smaller dwelling or just need some extra room, a storage unit can offer much-needed accommodations. Selecting the right size will ensure you’re getting the right amount of square footage. The following is a helpful guide on the different unit sizes and what items can be stored in them.

What Storage Unit Size Is Right for You?

5-by-5 Feet

This storage unit is the size of a small walk-in closet. Consider the space for items that can be placed vertically, such as twin or full-size mattresses. Seasonal decorations packed in medium-sized boxes and sports equipment, including tennis rackets and bats, are ideal items for this unit.

5-by-10 Feet

Bedroom furniture such as a queen-sized bed, nightstands, and a dresser can be stored in this unit. The entire space is roughly the size of a large walk-in closet. Depending on the weight of your items, you can also typically stack up to four medium-sized boxes  

5-by-15 Feet

The dimensions of this storage unit may accommodate items in a child’s or guest’s bedroom. In addition to a bedroom set, the space could also house other items such as a boxed flat-screen TV and golf clubs.

10-by-15 Feet

If you’re downsizing from a residence with three bedrooms, this unit will generally accommodate all of its furniture. Roughly the size of a one-car garage, the space is ideal for large pieces such as sofas, dining room sets, and pianos. This unit can also comfortably fit a love seat couch and multiple full-size mattresses. 

10-by-20 Feet

Use this unit to store items from a home with more than three bedrooms. You can also include larger appliances in the space, including washers and dryers, a refrigerator, and microwave. There is enough square footage to house large boxes, if they’re safely stacked.

Having access to a secure storage unit can offer peace of mind. Since 2006, Paradise Self Storage in Kahului, HI, has provided residents throughout Maui with a wide range of units in a number of sizes. The family-owned company offers state-of-the-art video surveillance for your safety and password-only access. To learn more about unit availability, rates, and sizes, call (808) 877-7783 or visit the website.