Storage guides
35 straight-talking guides on sizes, prices, packing and choosing the right kind of storage.
Moving house
Storing furniture during a house move: a checklist
Between homes? How to book, pack and protect your furniture in storage.
House chain broken or completion delayed? What to do with your belongings
Chain collapsed or completion pushed back? How to sort storage fast.
Using storage when downsizing: what to keep, store, sell or give away
Moving somewhere smaller? Decide what to keep, store, sell or pass on.
How to store your furniture during a home renovation
Protect your furniture from dust and damage while the builders are in.
Student storage guide: summer storage and years abroad
Summer break or year abroad? How to store your stuff cheaply and safely.
Storing your belongings when moving abroad
Heading overseas? How to store your things at home for months or years.
Business storage
Self storage for small businesses: a practical guide
Why small firms rent storage units instead of warehouses, and how to pick one.
Storage for online sellers: keeping eBay, Etsy and Amazon stock
Set up a storage unit for stock, picking and packing, and know when to outsource.
Storage for tradespeople and builders: tools, materials and vans
Drive-up containers, early access and keeping tools safe from theft.
Storing business documents and archives: what to keep and how
How long to keep records, how to box and index them, and keeping them safe.
Storage for market traders, events and seasonal stock
Van access, early starts and frequent visits: storage that suits traders.
What to store and how
What can't you put in a storage unit?
The items almost every UK store bans, and why.
How to store a sofa in self storage
Clean it, cover it with something breathable and keep it flat and off the floor.
How to store a mattress without ruining it
Bag it, keep it flat if you can, never fold it and keep it well away from damp.
How to store clothes long term
Wash everything, choose the right boxes and keep moths and damp out.
How to store TVs, electronics and appliances
Box it, take the batteries out, keep it dry and prep big appliances properly.
How to store garden furniture, lawnmowers and tools over winter
Clean, dry and fuel-free: how to put the garden away for winter.
Packing and protecting
How to pack a storage unit so you can find everything later
Plan the layout, leave a walkway and keep the things you need near the door.
How to prevent damp and mould in a storage unit or container
Dry items first, lift them off the floor and let air move around them.
The best boxes and packing materials for storage
Strong boxes, the right wrapping and matching sizes make storage far easier.
How to make an inventory and labelling system for your storage unit
Number every box, keep a simple list and you will never empty the unit to find one thing.
How to protect wooden and antique furniture in storage
Wax it, wrap it in blankets, keep it off the floor and let it breathe.
Costs and choosing
What size storage unit do I need?
From a 25 sq ft locker to a 40ft container - what actually fits in each size.
Container storage vs indoor self storage: which is right for you?
Price, access, security and damp - how the two main types of storage compare.
How much does self storage cost in the UK?
Typical monthly prices by size and region, and the easy ways to pay less.
Self storage insurance explained
Store cover, home contents or a specialist policy - how to protect what you store.
Questions to ask before renting a storage unit
A checklist of what to ask a store before you sign up and move in.
How self storage contracts and notice periods work
Minimum terms, notice, deposits and late payments - what to check in your contract.