You can change your mind about that patio furniture you bought
several years back; now it doesn’t seem so modern. You can also start to
realise that the massive dining set you got as a gift has gotten too big for
the room. Over the years, the things you have bought or received for your home
can get outdated or become unnecessary. So what do you do when either one
happens to your furniture?
You put them in self-storage — if you can’t part ways and sell
them at a garage sale. Self-storage facilities can offer furniture storage
solutions. There are units small enough to fit modestly sized cabinets, desks,
beds, and the like. There are also units big enough to fit larger dining sets,
outdoor furniture, and other broader furniture.
But before you drive on out to
the self-storage facility and start putting all unneeded and unused furniture
in the unit, you should assess the facility first. The wrong storage facility
can compromise the safety and quality of your household property. The security
system might be flawed, giving way to theft. And the facility may lack the
features required to maintain your possessions in good condition.
So make sure that the
self-storage facility you choose uses a foolproof security system. If
necessary, choose a facility that offers temperature-controlled units, which is
recommended for genuine leather furniture. The facility should also have proper
fire safety protocols.
Aside from picking the
self-storage facility, you need to prepare your furniture for storage. Get
everything cleaned up, from polishing metal and wood furniture to wiping fabric
sofas and chairs with antibacterial cleansers. If you’re storing leather sofas,
it might be best to call in a professional for clean up; excess moisture can
cause mildew and mould. Failure to give it a good wipe can deteriorate your
leather chairs or sofas.
After preparation comes packing
and arranging. The right packing materials and technique will keep your
furniture from getting damaged. Use breathable fabric to cover up upholstered
furniture to keep the dust off and the moisture out. Stack chairs on top of
each other but keep sofas upright, as this prevents stress on the joints and
eventually, the weakening of the sofa legs. It is also
recommended that you place a plastic tarp on the floor of your unit, before
placing all your furniture in, because this evidently prevents moisture
absorption from the floor.
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