Whether you own antiques that no longer suit your interior décor or you have pieces of furniture you intend to pass on to your children, there may come a time when space is at a premium in your home.
Instead of allowing the furniture to use up space, place these valuable pieces into storage. This is especially beneficial if you are planning on downsizing your home, doing a renovation project or simply wishing to preserve expensive furniture.
How do you know whether your furniture is worth keeping or not?
No matter what the size of your furniture, there are several factors you need to take into consideration before deciding to rent a storage unit for your items. To help you make a decision, look at each furnishing you are planning on preserving and ask yourself these questions:
Is the furniture item
• a family heirloom, a precious gift or has it any sentimental value?
• practical, convenient, comfortable and easy to use?
• in good condition, ready to be used for longer periods of time?
• made from high-quality materials?
• possess an outstanding monetary value?
After you come to a decision, it is important to keep in mind that properly preparing your furniture for long-term storage is essential to ensuring that each piece is ready for use whenever you may need them. In light of this, we have compiled a few tips on how you can thoroughly prepare your furniture for long-term storage:
1. Clean your furniture
Regardless of how long you’re planning on storing your furnishings, give each item a proper and thorough cleaning. Wipe down each piece with a clean cloth and choose the appropriate cleaner for the type of material.
For leather furniture, vacuum the upholstery to remove any coarse particles before applying a high-quality leather cleaner. Wipe the leather with a dry cloth (check out the product’s instructions for use) to finish the cleaning process. Consider using a leather protecting product so you can keep the upholstery in pristine condition.
Ultimately, do not forget to let each item breathe in a well-ventilated area and dry completely. This is to ensure that there will be no patches of trapped moisture in your furniture.
2. Pack each item carefully
Packing your furniture correctly is key to assuring that they will stay perfectly protected in storage.
For easier transportation of larger items such as dressers, beds, tables or sofas, consider taking them apart upon removal. Just remember to wrap and label the pieces so you can keep track of which is which.
3. Cover and protect
Protect your belongings with the right materials. Avoid plastic packaging for furnishings that have wood and fabric materials as much as you can to prevent suffocation, condensation and unpleasant smells. Opt for covers, sheets or blankets instead.
4. Store strategically
Whilst it is essential to maximise the space in your self-storage unit, keep in mind that cramming items together is not a good idea. Leave space between items to allow the air to flow freely between the furniture pieces whilst minimising the risk of accidental damage to your property.
At Kent Space, we provide storage services to business and homeowner clients. We have two fantastic storage centres in Ashford and Chatham where you can rent our self-storage units for a minimum period of two weeks or for a much longer period of time. Ready to find out more? Give us a call on 01233 22 22 33/01634 673 307 or send us an email at info@kentspace.co.uk.
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