For more advice on packing fragile or bulky items, or to learn how to organize your storage unit effectively, contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.
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With a little pro-active planning you can optimize your space. Here are 7 organizing and packing tips we hope you’ll find useful.

1. It’s important to think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes, two or three different box sizes only, as this makes stacking your boxes that much easier. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs.

2. To help you access specific boxes and belongings easier later either number or label all boxes and containers. If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides for easier identification.

3. Make up an inventory list of the items you’re packing including the corresponding numbers and labels on each box. Note on the list where you placed them inside the storage unit. Store this master list in a safety deposit box or safe place you won’t forget.

4. Fragile items should be wrapped in paper, bubble wrap or even towels, dish cloths and linens. (You can purchase specialized boxes with a dish packing system).

5. When packing up TV, stereo, computers or other electronic systems label your cords before you unplug them and make ‘notes for yourself’ about where they go so that when you go to use them again it’s not a nightmare to set them back up!

6. Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap table legs and chair legs in bubble wrap and wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.

7. Generally, don’t make your boxes so heavy that you can’t even lift or move them! A good idea is to use the larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as blankets and linens, and pack heavier items like books and electronics in smaller boxes.

For more tips on how to pack fragile and bulky items and/or how to organize them in a storage unit contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.

With a little pro-active planning you can optimize your space. Here are 7 organizing and packing tips we hope you’ll find useful.

1. It’s important to think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes, two or three different box sizes only, as this makes stacking your boxes that much easier. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs.

2. To help you access specific boxes and belongings easier later either number or label all boxes and containers. If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides for easier identification.

3. Make up an inventory list of the items you’re packing including the corresponding numbers and labels on each box. Note on the list where you placed them inside the storage unit. Store this master list in a safety deposit box or safe place you won’t forget.

4. Fragile items should be wrapped in paper, bubble wrap or even towels, dish cloths and linens. (You can purchase specialized boxes with a dish packing system).

5. When packing up TV, stereo, computers or other electronic systems label your cords before you unplug them and make ‘notes for yourself’ about where they go so that when you go to use them again it’s not a nightmare to set them back up!

6. Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap table legs and chair legs in bubble wrap and wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.

7. Generally, don’t make your boxes so heavy that you can’t even lift or move them! A good idea is to use the larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as blankets and linens, and pack heavier items like books and electronics in smaller boxes.

For more tips on how to pack fragile and bulky items and/or how to organize them in a storage unit contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.

1. It’s important to think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes, two or three different box sizes only, as this makes stacking your boxes that much easier. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs.

2. To help you access specific boxes and belongings easier later either number or label all boxes and containers. If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides for easier identification.

3. Make up an inventory list of the items you’re packing including the corresponding numbers and labels on each box. Note on the list where you placed them inside the storage unit. Store this master list in a safety deposit box or safe place you won’t forget.

4. Fragile items should be wrapped in paper, bubble wrap or even towels, dish cloths and linens. (You can purchase specialized boxes with a dish packing system).

5. When packing up TV, stereo, computers or other electronic systems label your cords before you unplug them and make ‘notes for yourself’ about where they go so that when you go to use them again it’s not a nightmare to set them back up!

6. Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap table legs and chair legs in bubble wrap and wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.

7. Generally, don’t make your boxes so heavy that you can’t even lift or move them! A good idea is to use the larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as blankets and linens, and pack heavier items like books and electronics in smaller boxes.

For more tips on how to pack fragile and bulky items and/or how to organize them in a storage unit contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.

1.  It’s important to think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes, two or three different box sizes only, as this makes stacking your boxes that much easier. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs.

2.  To help you access specific boxes and belongings easier later either number or label all boxes and containers. If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides for easier identification.

3.  Make up an inventory list of the items you’re packing including the corresponding numbers and labels on each box. Note on the list where you placed them inside the storage unit. Store this master list in a safety deposit box or safe place you won’t forget.

4.  Fragile items should be wrapped in paper, bubble wrap or even towels, dish cloths and linens. (You can purchase specialized boxes with a dish packing system).

5.  When packing up TV, stereo, computers or other electronic systems label your cords before you unplug them and make ‘notes for yourself’ about where they go so that when you go to use them again it’s not a nightmare to set them back up!

6.  Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap table legs and chair legs in bubble wrap and wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.

7.  Generally, don’t make your boxes so heavy that you can’t even lift or move them! A good idea is to use the larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as blankets and linens, and pack heavier items like books and electronics in smaller boxes.

For more tips on how to pack fragile and bulky items and/or how to organize them in a storage unit contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.

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For people who need to access to their belongings, review the pricing and think about a slightly larger unit so you can stack your items along either wall, leaving a path through the middle of the unit to walk down to locate and collect the box(es) you need.

For those who won’t require regular access, rent the smallest unit you need make the most of your organizing and stacking to maximize your available space.

Keep the following 10 tips in mind when considering your cost and space effectiveness:

• Make an inventory list of the items you plan to store.
• Think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes in order to make stacking easy. If you are considering long term storage, you may want to consider clear plastic containers. Clear ones will require less or no labelling.
• Obtain boxes that are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs. (Do not put too many heavy items in one box).
• If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides and number the boxes for inventory. It is a good idea to seal the boxes with packing tape.
• Place the items you will not need to access at the back and the ones you may need to access at the front.
• Stack heavier boxes on the bottom and lighter boxes on top.
• Place TV’s and other electronics in the rear of your unit.
• Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.
• Tables and furniture that has removable legs should be broken down to save space.
• Shovels, rakes, hoes and hoses can be stored together in empty trash cans. Stack extra cans inside each other.

Give us a call us at 403-652-2552 for help and advice about renting a unit and planning your space. We’d be delighted to be of service!

1.  It’s important to think about the types of boxes/containers you will use. Consider uniform sizes, two or three different box sizes only, as this makes stacking your boxes that much easier. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs.

2.  To help you access specific boxes and belongings easier later either number or label all boxes and containers. If you are using boxes instead of plastic bins, label them on all 4 sides for easier identification.

3.  Make up an inventory list of the items you’re packing including the corresponding numbers and labels on each box. Note on the list where you placed them inside the storage unit. Store this master list in a safety deposit box or safe place you won’t forget.

4.  Fragile items should be wrapped in paper, bubble wrap or even towels, dish cloths and linens. (You can purchase specialized boxes with a dish packing system).

5.  When packing up TV, stereo, computers or other electronic systems label your cords before you unplug them and make ‘notes for yourself’ about where they go so that when you go to use them again it’s not a nightmare to set them back up!

6.  Furniture such as sofas and loveseats with flat sides can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap table legs and chair legs in bubble wrap and wrap cushions in plastic and place on top of sofas.

7.  Generally, don’t make your boxes so heavy that you can’t even lift or move them! A good idea is to use the larger boxes for lighter, bulkier items such as blankets and linens, and pack heavier items like books and electronics in smaller boxes.

For more tips on how to pack fragile and bulky items and/or to organize them in a storage unit contact Choice Storage at (403) 652-2552.

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