Now that Chinese New Year is over, you may be left with plenty of holiday decor and seasonal clothing that you might have no use for currently. And this is not a situation unique to just CNY. Whether it is Halloween, Christmas, or the New Year, we are always saddled with seasonal items that we might not have storage space for at home after the holiday is over.
So what can you do in such situations? After all, you do not want your home to turn into a cluttered mess, thereby affecting your mental well-being. But it does not make sense to throw these items away when you will need them the following year.
The answer to this problem lies in renting a self-storage unit. However, that is only the first step. You would also need to know how to store your belongings correctly so that it is easy for you to retrieve them when necessary. Read on to learn how to keep your off-seasonal items organised in your storage unit.
Tip #1: Categorise your items by season and store them in clearly-labelled bins
The best way to get organised is by segregating everything into its proper category. For example, every item under the CNY banner should be grouped together. Meanwhile, the Christmas decorations and clothing should be separated into another heap. Once everything is sorted out, place each pile into individual storage bins.
We recommend using clear storage bins, as you can see the content of the box without opening them. But if you do not have spares lying around, you can use other storage boxes as a substitute. Just remember to label each bin to indicate the content of the box. This way, you do not have to go through the hassle of digging around your storage unit for the correct box when the holiday season comes around.
Tip #2: Use the same bins for all your items
Where possible, use storage bins with the exact dimensions for all your off-season items. If you have insufficient containers, figure out how many additional bins you need for your items and ensure they are the exact size as the ones you currently have.
Having storage containers of identical sizes makes it easy to stack the boxes on top of one another perfectly. You will face fewer organisational issues this way and have more room to navigate the area, making it more convenient for you when packing items up in storage or when attempting to retrieve something in your storage unit.
Learn More: A Guide To Packing And Organising Your Self-Storage Unit
Tip #3: Remember to take stock of your inventory yearly
Self-storage is so convenient that it is easy to let your items pile up. Out of sight, out of mind, right? But eventually, you will find yourself running out of storage space if you do not declutter your storage unit from time to time. Therefore, we recommend conducting a spring cleaning of your storage unit at least once a year.
Take stock of everything in your storage unit. What decorations did you actually use this holiday season? Which items went untouched? The answer to these questions will inform the objects you need to discard and keep. Getting rid of anything you no longer use can free up storage space for any new possession.
Tip #4: Store your items in an air-conditioned storage unit
Singapore’s hot and humid climate is often ill-suited to storing your more sensitive seasonal items long-term. To mitigate this circumstance, you can store your off-season items in an air-conditioned storage unit to keep them cool and dry, preventing damage. So when choosing a storage facility, you should select a service provider that offers secure self-storage and air-conditioned storage units as an option, like Work+Store!
Storing and keeping track of your off-season items is no longer a hassle with self-storage! With that said, it is still vital to keep our tips in mind when storing your belongings in your storage unit to ensure the place remains organised, making it more convenient for you to navigate the area and retrieve your seasonal decorations and clothing as and when you need them.
If you are seeking storage rental for your seasonal items, look no further than Work+Store! We have storage units of various sizes available for rent at affordable prices. And with multiple facilities located across Singapore, you are sure to find a storage unit that is most convenient for you. Contact us today to request a quotation.