There can be many reasons for needing to place your furniture into storage. Maybe you are moving house, renovating or going travelling for a period of time. Whatever the reason, there are so dos and don’t to storing your furniture in Storage units in Houghton Regis. 

Within this article, we are going to take you through the dos and the don’ts of storing furniture in storage units in Houghton Regis so you can properly prepare your furniture.

The Dos Of Storing Furniture

There are many dos when it comes to storing your furniture in a storage unit in Houghton Regis. In this first section, we are going to talk you through some of the most important dos. 

DO: Clean Your Furniture

One of the most important Dos is that you must clean your furniture before putting it into storage. If you put dirty furniture into storage, you could encounter many issues when you come to retrieve it. Firstly, food stains can attract pests. If you leave food stains or crumbs on the fabric, rodents or other pests may get in and destroy the upholstery on your furniture. 

Secondly, if stains are left to dwell on fabric for an extended period of time, they can become virtually impossible to remove. It’s always a good idea to get rid of stains as soon as they occur because, the longer you leave them, the harder they will be to get out.

There is a lot of advice and specific cleaners out there which will easily clean your furniture. Just make sure that each item is  fully dry before they’re placed into storage. If they’re not, they could remain damp for a while and go mouldy.

DO: Disassemble What You Can

Next, it is a really good idea to disassemble any pieces of furniture that you can. If you disassemble items, you need as much storage space which will save you money if you choose to store your furniture in a storage unit in Houghton Regis. 

Also, disassembling will make some items lighter and thus, easier to move into storage. 

DO: Wrap Your Furniture

Finally, before your furniture is placed in storage, it must be wrapped in a protective cover, particularly if your furniture is going to be in storage for a long-term period of time. This will help ensure it is all protected. For smaller items, this can be a simple case of wrapping them in bubble wrap but for larger items, such as mattresses and sofas, you should place them in protective covers. If you have fragile items, wrap these well in bubble wrap and place them in strong boxes so they are properly supported.

It is very important that you do not place your furniture in secure storage without protection. It will be protected from dust and the elements. Also, It’s important to remember that you aren’t just protecting your furniture when it’s in storage. You need to wrap your furniture to ensure it is protected for the move to and from the storage unit in Houghton Regis too.

The Don’ts Of Storing Furniture

Now we have covered the dos, it is time to move onto the don’ts. 

DON’T: Store Your Furniture In An Unsuitable Place 

When we say unsuitable places, we mean areas such as your garden shed. These types of outdoor areas are highly susceptible to pests and will, usually, be very damp. 

The same goes for basements and lofts. These areas in houses often fluctuate in temperature and humidity which can cause mould and mildew growth. Also, unless you have had these areas renovated, mice may be living in these areas and they will happily chew up your furniture and use the material for their nests. 

DON’T: Overpack Your Furniture

The best way to safely store your furniture in a storage unit in Houghton Regis is to make sure that you avoid overpacking. If you cram too many items into your storage units, it is much more likely that items will be damaged, cracked or broken.

Take the time to think about what you need to place into storage, how big it is and whether it can be disassembled. When thinking about the size of items, make sure to include the packing materials too. Doing this will help you decide how much storage space you need for your furniture.

It is a good idea to place larger items into your storage unit first. Doing this will allow you to see spots where smaller items can be stored safely but in a space-saving way, such as storing a smaller item within a cupboard. Before you begin placing any items into storage, you will need to think about whether there are items that you need consistent access to. These should be at the front. 

Storing Furniture In Our Storage Units In Houghton Regis 

Placing your furniture into a storage unit in Houghton Regis doesn’t need to be complicated or stressful but there are some dos and don’ts that you should make sure your furniture is protected. 

You should make sure that you clean all your furniture and disassemble what you can before you place it into storage. And you should also remember to wrap your furniture in protective covers. 

You also need to make sure that you choose a suitable place to store it all and, once you have, don’t overpack the unit. Following these dos and don’t will keep your furniture safe from damage, pests and the elements. 

If you would like to know more about our storage units in Houghton Regis, please give us a call on: 01582 551 001 or click here for more information.