Storage Tips

General Tips:

• Use good quality storage boxes such as those sold at Monash Self Storage
• Fill boxes to correct capacity – do not under or over fill as partially full or bulging boxes may tip over or collapse
• Heavy items should be packed into small boxes so that they are easier to move
• Label or number boxes for easy reference when you need to locate your goods
• Keep an inventory of your stored goods, and estimate their value in case of damage in transit
• Cover your goods with plastic sheets and protectors to prevent moisture and dust
• Avoid wrapping items with newspaper where ink may stain and damage your goods
• Protect your fragile goods in bubble wrap

Furniture:

• Disassemble tables and beds (if possible) and wrap table and chair legs with bubble wrap before storing
• Wardrobe boxes allow you to store your clothing on hangers
• Always place a protective cover over soft furnishings
• Empty wardrobes, drawers and cupboards to protect shelving and framework
• Do not place heavy items on sofas or mattresses
• Stack lightweight chairs seat to seat with cloth or paper to separate them
• Vacuum upholstery clean before storing
• Avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls to aid ventilation

Fragile Goods:

• Protect your fragile goods with bubble wrap
• Crockery and glassware should be wrapped in tissue, paper or bubble wrap before storing
• Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in mirror boxes, marked fragile and stacked on their end
• Books should be packed flat to protect their spines

Outdoor Equipment:

• Garden equipment should be cleaned before storage
• Ensure that lawnmower fuel tanks are emptied

White Goods and Appliances:

• Ensure they are clean and dry before storing
• Leave refrigerator and freezer doors ajar for ventilation, with a deodoriser inside
• Stoves and other cooking equipment should be cleaned before storing
• Avoid placing other items inside white goods

Planning your Storage Space:

• Place heavy or bulky items in the unit first to provide a good stacking base
• Plan your storage space – put those items that you need to get to most often near the front, close to the door
• Leave a walkway to the back if necessary
• Using professional storage cartons and accessories gives maximum protection and easier stackability
• To maximise space, stack similar boxes together

What can’t I store?

Common sense, State and Federal laws determine what can and can’t be stored. However, under your Self Storage Agreement you cannot store goods that are:

• hazardous
• dangerous
• illegal
• stolen
• perishable
• environmentally harmful
• explosive

How much Storage Space will I need?

This table is a guide only.

Please discuss your needs with one of our friendly storage consultants, to assist you in finding the right space.