Hints
to Save You Time and Money
The
use of Packing accessories such as Cartons, Porta Robes,
Paper, Tape, Bubble-wrap and Plastic covers will maintain
and protect your goods whilst in storage. A variety of
packing accessories is usually available for purchase
at a Storage King Facility office. Fill cartons to capacity;
partially full or bulging cartons may tip or collapse.
Heavy items like books or tools should be packed in small
cartons so they are easy to handle. Books should be packed
flat, not on their spines. Packing and labelling cartons
room by room makes the unpacking much easier, and if
you need to find something in storage you will have some
idea of which carton to begin looking in.
Appliances
Fridges, freezers and other white goods should be thoroughly
DRY and CLEAN before storing. Whilst in storage the door
should be secured slightly ajar. A deodoriser placed inside
fridges or freezers is also a good idea to maintain freshness.
Don't place items inside fridges or freezers as the shelves
and linings can be easily marked and damaged.
Furniture
Empty the contents of wardrobes, drawers and cupboards to protect the
shelving and structure of these items. Clothing and personal goods
should be packed in strong secure cartons with some naphthalene,
mothballs or similar product to protect and maintain their condition.
Where possible remove the legs from items of furniture e.g.. bed
bases, tables etc. to avoid damage and save space. Vacuum food crumbs
from lounges to prevent attracting vermin.
Dishes & Glassware
Place a layer of packing inside the bottom and top of cartons containing
breakables. Protect fragile items by wrapping them individually in
packing paper (newsprint can be very messy and possibly stain). Nest
cups and bowls, stand plates, saucers, platters, casseroles on their
edges. Fill any gaps in the cartons with packing e.g.: scrunched
paper or linen. This will keep your fragile items well protected
and prevent them from moving around in the cartons whilst in transit.
Label all cartons containing fragile items and avoid storing heavy
items on the top of these cartons.
Mirrors,
Windows, Screens & Paintings
These items should be protected by packing material e.g.; bubble-wrap
or in a flat-pack carton. Store them standing on their edges in an upright
position (not lying flat).
Metal
Items
Wrapping silver in NON ACID tissue paper or plastic bags can help reduce
tarnishing. Wipe chrome or cast iron with a little machine oil to help
retard rust.
Stereos,
Televisions and Videos
Your electrical equipment is very delicate and sensitive and should be
handled with care. The original boxes are ideal to repack in. However
wrapping items individually in bubble-wrap, packing them in cartons,
and sealing the top will offer protection for your electrical items.
Remember to pack out any gaps in the cartons. Turntables and tone arms
of record players should be secured to prevent damage whilst they are
being moved. Pack records on their edges in cartons to prevent warping.
Battery
operated appliances & toys
We recommend that you remove the batteries to avoid damage from leaking
Batteries.
Computers
Computers, like your other electrical items, need special care. The original
boxes are highly recommended for packing. However bubble-wrap and
good quality packing cartons will do the job. Remember to use some
packing or linen in the bottom and top of cartons. This provides
extra protection to the contents. Pack out any gaps. Most modern
computers have "self parking heads". If you are unsure
about your computer, refer to the manufacturer's manual, or consult
your retailer, especially if storing for longer than six months.
Mowers & other
Machinery
Drain fuel and oil from all machinery. This reduces
the risk of leakage, spillage and damage to other goods
in your space. Petrol and oil left in machinery are also
a fire hazard.
Planning
Your Storage Space
As a general rule place large, heavy items that you can stack upon at
the rear of the unit. Then work forwards and upwards with lighter, fragile
items. Place those items that you may need to access often in the front
of the unit. Depending on the goods you have stored, you may need to
allow for walk ways. Packing in professional storage cartons will make
the stowing and unpacking easier and safe, saving you time and worry.
Professional packing and the storage accessories will provide your goods
with the preparation they need for storage and maintain their condition
for the term of storage.
What
Not to Store
Any goods that are illegal, stolen, inflammable, explosive, environmentally
harmful, hazardous, perishable or that are a risk to the property of
any person. e.g. Chlorine, acid, paint and petrol.
NOTE: We sell all your packing needs - boxes, tape,
bubble wrap, covers, etc.
INSURANCE
We can also assist you with insurance. Pay as little as $10 per month
for peace of mind.
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