Storage Tips

Jars and glasses should be wrapped in paper and packed in sturdy boxes. Stack them on top.

Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard, marked "FRAGILE" and stacked on end

Furniture with drawers can be utilized as storage places for pictures, knick-knacks, china, silverware, small items, etc. Wrap them in tablecloths, towels, or blankets to prevent breakage.

Larger appliances make excellent "packaging cases" for blankets, towels, tablecloths, and clothes.

Put TVs and other electronics in the rear of your unit.

Shovels, hoes, rakes, and hoses can be stored together in empty trash cans. Stack extra cans inside each other.

Tables that have removable legs should be broken down to save space.

Sofas and loveseats can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas

Avoid placing sharp or heavy objects on top of upholstered furniture.

Cover stuffed furniture with cardboard or blankets to protect against dust.

If you stand mattresses on their sides, prop them up so they stand straight. Otherwise, they tend to bend out of shape and become lumpy.

Wipe any items made of metal – bikes, metal tables, tools, etc. – with machine oil to prevent rusting