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Store Anything With Our Large Storage Units

Here at Key2Space we provide safe and secure self storage solutions – with your specific choice of a small, medium or large storage unit. Our small and medium self storage units are perfect for storing a lot of things; however, sometimes you need even more room.

In some situations you might need a large storage unit. Whether you’re looking to store items for a house move, business equipment, hobby equipment or anything else – take a look at our large storage units for rent to find enough space to store even the largest of items.

Various Large Self Storage Unit Sizes

We have various different sized self storage units, both small and large. Our smallest unit comes in at 25sqft – perfect for storing a few boxes and small items. If it’s a large storage unit you’re looking for however, you should take a look at our 150, 175 & 200sqft self storage units.

These units have enough space to store a huge amount of items. To put into perspective just how much can be fit into one of our large self storage units; a 200sqft storage container has enough room to hold 72,000 tins of food, 552,000 golf balls, or 29,913,600 individual pound coins. Key2Space’s large self storage units can fit anything from bikes to cars, sofas to tables – you won’t run short on room.

Store Almost Anything In Your Key2Space Large Storage Unit

At Key2Space, we aren’t restrictive about what you store in your self storage units. As long as the items you store aren’t flammable, hazardous, perishable or illegal you can store whatever you want!

With Key2Space, you can come and place or retrieve items from your storage container any day of the week between 9:00am & 4:00pm. If you need to access your unit on a Saturday, this can be done by arranging an appointment with us – simply call 0121 350 7776.

Large Storage Units For Rent At Competitive Prices

At Key2Space we aim to provide you with an excellent service at an affordable cost. That’s why the large storage units we have to offer are available at extremely competitive prices. Even our largest self storage unit – at 200sqft – starts from only £9 per day, and that includes full insurance cover of all items in the large storage unit, protecting the value of your belongings from damage and theft. 

Apply For A Price Quote Or Contact Us Today Regarding Large Storage Units

Interested in the large storage units for rent here at Key2Space? If you’re looking to find out more about the costs of renting our large storage units you can request a quote today for free.

Got any questions about our services? Fill in an enquiry form, or call us on 0121 350 7776 today.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

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tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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Secure & Sophisticated Business Storage Solutions

For most businesses, space is limited. As time goes by and your business invests in new office equipment & machinery or takes on more employees, you may find yourself low on space and need equipment to be moved out of the workplace.  When this situation occurs, you may think about throwing out office equipment or renting extra building space for your excess belongings. However, we have a better solution.

Key2Space provides sophisticated, affordable and extremely secure business storage solutions – giving you all the room you need to safely store your business equipment at a fraction of the cost of renting extra workplace space.

Highly Secure Business Storage Units

When the Key2Space facility was initially set up, we took security on board as our top priority. With several different security measures in place, we ensure that our storage units for business use are fully protected against damages and theft.

We have 24/7 internal and external CCTV monitoring systems to ensure no unauthorised persons enter the facility, a fob and pin entry system with individual alarms for every storage unit, and on-site fire and intruder alarms. With all of this in place you can rest assured that your equipment is safe in one of our business storage units.

Self Storage for Businesses At Affordable Rental Costs

At Key2Space, we provide a number of different sized business storage units, all available at affordable rental prices. Whether you need a small 25sq-ft business storage unit for a few bits and pieces, or a 200sq-ft unit for a whole load of business equipment, Key2Space has you covered.

Our brilliant business storage unit rental prices start as low as £2 per day for a small unit, and go up to only £9 a day for our largest storage unit! We aim to offer the best prices of any secure business storage provider in the area, without compromising on service quality.

Hire Your Storage Unit For Business Use Today With Key2Space

Interested in investing in a extremely secure and exceptionally affordable business storage unit to ensure the safe storage of your business equipment? Look no further than Key2Space. Whether you’re looking for a small or large business storage unit, we can provide you with what you need at a fraction of the cost of other self storage companies.

Contact us today to discuss your secure business storage rental plan, or request a quote online.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

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Small Storage Units For Your Belongings

Have you recently moved into a small property and you’re struggling to find the space you need for all of your belongings? This becomes an issue for more people than you’d think, and it can be very difficult trying to figure out what to do in this situation. Should you throw away some of your possessions to make space? Absolutely not.

At Key2Space, we provide small storage units with no limit on the rental time period at an extremely affordable price – perfect for storing all of those sentimental belongings that you don’t want to let go of.

Small Self Storage Units

At Key2Space we provide a range of storage options, offering you multiple different sized storage units for whatever your needs may be. When you move into a small property, you’ll most likely have only a few stray items with no place to go. If this is the case then you’ll probably be fine with a 25sq-ft storage unit.  

These small self storage units provide just the right amount of extra storage space for a few boxes full of belongings. You may think a 25sq-ft extra space storage container sounds tiny, but you’d be surprised by how much you can fit in one! Our 25sq-ft self storage units can store:

  • 3,739,200 £1-coins
  • 9,000 cans of food
  • 53,625 eggs

Just to put in to perspective the size of these units! If you’re interested in finding out more, discover a few more things you can store in one of our small storage units.

Cheap Storage Rental Options

At Key2Space, our personal storage units are available at cheap storage rental prices meaning you needn’t worry about the wellbeing of your belongings burning a hole in your pocket. Our 25sq-ft affordable storage units are available at rates as low as £2 per day with absolutely no hidden costs!

Simply pay the security deposit and you can start renting a storage container for as little as £14 per week.

Hassle-Free Affordable Storage Rental With No Ties

We understand that organising a rental agreement with storage companies can be a pain, so we’ve done everything we can to make the process as relaxed and hassle-free as possible. When you rent with Key2Space you needn’t worry about committing to a lease – all of our storage units are rented through licence agreements and you can leave whenever you’d like (Just try to give us a week’s notice so we can ensure the return of your security deposit.)

We aim to get you moved in as soon as possible, giving you access to your unit as soon as your ID has been verified and the agreement is signed. No reservations are needed prior to moving in, and there’s a range of useful storage boxes and containers available to purchase on-site to safely package your belongings.

Key2Space is the ultimate hassle-free company for the hire of personal storage units. We don’t compromise on security though – learn about the security measures we take to ensure the safety of your property in this blog post.

Get Extra Storage Space With Key2Space Today

Key2Space provides hassle-free, affordable storage solutions designed to be as straight forward and stress-free as possible for the customer. If you’re looking to rent a small storage unit to store your belongings, come to Key2Space and store your belongings under maximum security at absolutely unbeatable prices.

Looking to hire out a small self storage unit? Contact us on 0121 350 7776 for a quote.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

tick Modern, Clean, Dry Storage Units in a range of sizes

tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

tick Insured, Safe & Secure – 24/7 CCTV

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Moving Made Easier With Key2Space Self Storage Units

At Key2Space we understand just how stressful it can be to move house. With so many items to move from place to place it can be difficult to find the room for everything, and unless you’re organised it’s likely that you’ll end up breaking or losing some possessions. 

Key2Space’s tailored time plans provide the perfect storage for moving house. Find out how Key2Space can help take the stress away from your house move.   

Tailored Time Plans For Key2Space Self Storage Units

When you move house, you’re likely only going to want use of your self storage unit for a short period of time, and Key2Space can cater to that. No matter what size storage unit you’re looking for we can generally provide you with one for as short as 1 month – with no maximum rental period.

However, if you’re looking to hire a storage unit for even less than a month, Key2Space can normally arrange short period moving house storage through prior agreement – just give us a call.

Affordable Storage For Moving House

You don’t want to be paying extortionate rental prices for your moving house storage, and with Key2Space you don’t have to. Our rental prices begin as low as £2 per day for a 25 sq-ft self storage unit, meaning you needn’t worry about paying out large sums of money for the service. Prices do vary depending upon the size of the unit you hire, but even a container 200 sq-ft in size will only cost you £9 per day!

Exceptionally Secure Storage Containers For House Moves

Key2Space is proud to provide customers with the safest home item and furniture self storage units in Erdington and the surrounding area. With our 7 levels of security – including unique fob & pin entry, full interior and exterior CCTV and individual alarm systems – you can rest assured that your belongings are safe with us.

Find out all about our extensive security measures.

A Range Of Supplies and Boxes for Moving House

As well as providing secure, affordable self storage units that cater to your individual needs, Key2Space offers a huge selection of storage containers and boxes for moving house – helping you to keep all of your possessions organised and safe from damage.

 If you’re looking to invest in a safe way to transport your belongings into storage, contact us today to enquire about prices on our boxes and storage containers for moving house.

Organise Your Moving House Storage With Key2Space Today

We are dedicated to providing our customers with the very best service possible here at Key2Space, so if you’re looking for affordable and secure self storage for moving house with a tailored time period, look no further than Key2Space.

Contact us on 0121 350 7776 to enquire about a tailored self storage unit time plan, or request a quote today.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

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tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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Discover Secure Self Storage in Erdington

Key2Space is proud to be the provider of the most secure self storage Erdington has to offer. Our warehouse provides fully accredited, flexible self storage rental options for both business and personal use.  No matter what you’re looking to store, whether it be machinery, furniture or even food and drink – Key2Space provides the use of exceptionally secure self storage containers at extremely competitive prices.

Secure Self Storage Facilities

Key2Space’s Erdington storage facilities are protected by our very own, highly effective bespoke security measures, so you can rest assured that your personal belongings are safe with us. We have a number of different security measures in place to keep out intruders and ensure the safety of your possessions – including internal and external CCTV and a unique fob and pin entry system for every unit, along with individual alarm systems and additional fully monitored fire and intruder alarms throughout the building.

With our extensive security system and highly experienced security team, we can assure the safety of your unit from theft and damage from intruders.

Competitive Safe Storage Prices

Key2Space provides a quality service at competitive safe storage prices. With storage rental costs starting as low as £2 per day – including insurance cover for the full contents of your unit – Key2Space’s prices are extremely affordable, and our bespoke rental options mean that you won’t be tying yourself into a time-specific lease.

When you’re ready to leave your secure self storage unit with your belongings, simply let us know a week in advance. We’ll return your security deposit hassle-free and absolutely no hidden payments will be required. 

Learn All About Key2Space’s Secure Erdington Storage Facilities Today

If you’re looking to find safe and secure self storage in Erdington at an affordable price, look no further than Key2Space. We provide some of the most secure units for self storage Erdington and the surrounding area have to offer.  And with our competitive storage rental prices, you needn’t worry about huge unwanted payouts.

Find out more about Key2Space today by visiting our FAQ’s, and if you can’t find the answers to the questions you’re looking for, contact our customer service team today on 0121 350 7776.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

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tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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How to Avoid Damage to Your Boxes When Moving Into Self Storage

At Key2Space, we can assure the complete safety and protection of your goods while in our Erdington storage facility. With state of the art storage units, with 24 hour security, we guarantee your business or personal possessions will be in the safest of hands. However, actually moving your boxes safely into storage can be a challenge if you don’t know the correct steps. Getting your possessions damaged at this stage can be a frustrating experience, potentially wasting a lot of money. To avoid this, here are some tips and advice to moving your boxes safely into Key2Space.

Use the Correct Boxes

Boxes might seem one of the simplest parts of self storage, but if you do it wrong, it can cause a lot of damage. Instead of just finding an old box big enough and throwing your stuff in, you will need to   make sure all of your storage boxes are clean, sturdy, dry and new. Anything else will put your possessions at risk during the move. Also, make sure your boxes are consistently sized, as this will stack better and reduce the risk they face in transit. Key2Space sells a range of packaging options designed to protect your possessions in self storage, all available from the self storage facility in Erdington..

Don’t over/under pack boxes

Filling boxes too much will make life more difficult when it comes to moving. Evenly space out your items in your boxes or they will become too heavy to lift or even rip when you are transporting them. Alternatively, don’t under pack your boxes. Leaving too much space will mean things have room to slide around and potentially break. If you have some room left, top them up with packing materials or something soft.

Protect any fragile items

Make sure anything that could be easily broken is wrapped securely; this includes glassware, china and any delicate electronics. Use bubble wrap and tissue paper, making sure you wrap the item completely and don’t leave any surface area uncovered, as this can cause small chips and dents.

Use a Reputable Removals Company

If you have a lot of stuff to move, you will probably need to hire a company with a van and trained removal men. However, not all removal companies are created equally and some will not be as careful with your stuff due to poor training or lack of diligence. Look at reviews online and on social media to make sure the company you have chosen is a safe bet.

Key2Space provide flexible, accessible and clean storage units that are equipped with state of the art security, all easily accessible from the A38 in Erdington, Birmingham.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

tick Modern, Clean, Dry Storage Units in a range of sizes

tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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What to Look For In a Self Storage Provider

There is a lot of choice in storage facilities and providers, but not all of them are created equal. Here a few things to look out for when you are choosing a storage unit.

Security

This is perhaps one of the most important. If a storage unit does not offer a high level of security 24/7, then it is not worth your money. This should include security cameras, adequate lighting, on-site staff, alarm systems and more. Nobody wants to worry about the safety of their possessions whilst it is in storage, so to save yourself some stress, make sure you find a storage facility with adequate security.

Flexibility

Not everyone needs the same thing from storage. Someone moving out of a 15 bedroom mansion will need a lot less space than someone moving out of a one bedroom apartment, this means that a storage unit cannot be one size fits all. Make sure that your storage facility offers a range of different unit sizes and options. Also, you might not be sure how long you need your storage for, so make sure they are flexible with this as well.

Accessibility

Before determining your storage choice, think about your needs when accessing storage. You might only be accessing late at night or early on a weekend or just once every few months. Every storage facility will have different access hours, so it’s important to find one that suits you. Also, look for storage units that are easy to travel to and have adequate parking or public transport links.

Cleanliness

This might not seem that important, as you aren’t going to be living there, just storing your possessions, so it won’t matter if the place is a bit messy. However, if the place is a mess, this is a sure sign that there may be other problems that could be potentially more serious. An organised facility may show that staff are not doing their jobs properly, so look for somewhere that has regular cleaning and maintenance.

Customer Service

At Key2Space, we have a clear set of objectives that focus on a high level of customer service and satisfaction, providing every single customer with honesty, trust and respect. This is important to us, but not every storage facility may have the same ethos. It is important to find a storage provider that cares about providing you with top quality customer service.

Key2Space provide flexible, accessible and clean storage units that are equipped with state of the art security, all easily accessible from the A38.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

tick Modern, Clean, Dry Storage Units in a range of sizes

tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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How Can Self Storage Help You to Sell Your House?

Selling your house can often be a frustrating experience. Viewings are time consuming and take a lot of preparation, so after months of trying to sell they can become very tiresome. If your house hasn’t attracted much interest even if it has been viewed repeatedly, it might be wise to try something new. If you don’t want to invest in renovating or redecorating your house, renting some self storage space could be a great alternative. Here are the reasons why self storage can be massively beneficial when selling your home.

Space is massively important

The first thing a potential buyer will notice when walking into a house is how big the rooms are. Rooms that feel cramped, awkward and unintuitive will instantly make someone have second thoughts about going any further. This isn’t to say that it is impossible to sell a smaller house, but rather houses that don’t utilise their available space correctly will find it harder to attract buyers. Renting a storage unit can help with this massively. Owing a place to safely store items such as larger piece of furniture can instantly change perceptions on space in a room. If your home looks more open and spacious, it will sell faster.

Hide mismatched or outdated furniture

Not all of us have the funds to constantly keep up with interior decorating trends or keep a consistent theme running through all of our furniture. If you have found that some of your furniture is looking a bit tired or out of place, it might be best to put this into self storage while you are having viewings. Even though the furniture doesn’t come with the house, it can still leave an impact on a how a view perceives the rest of your home. Putting anything old or shabby into storage can really make a property look newer and more appealing to prospective buyers.  

Make More Room in Your Storage Space

One of the most important things for many people when buying a new house is the amount of storage space available. More storage makes a house more practical and can add a huge amount of value to a property. If someone comes to view your house and your loft, fitted wardrobes and closets are filled to the brim with junk, it will make it look like there is a lot less storage available. If, however, you empty your storage of everything and put it into a storage unit, it will appear as though you have vast amounts of space available in your attic or cupboards.

If you are looking to sell your house and need self storage in Erdington and Birmingham, contact Key2Space today.

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

Book today and SAVE 50% for your first two months

tick Modern, Clean, Dry Storage Units in a range of sizes

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The Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Using Self Storage

At Key2Space, we can protect your possessions with 24 hour state of the art security and the best storage units in Birmingham. However, you are still responsible for how your items are packed and stored, and making mistakes during this process can cause a lot of stress. Here are some of the biggest mistakes in self storage and how to avoid them.

Not Getting the Right Packaging

Using a random assortment of boxes you find around your house might seem like the easiest option, but this can cause headaches in the future. For example, the boxes lying around your house may not be structurally sound as they deteriorate over time, and no one wants to take items out of storage to have the box rip halfway through. Make sure you buy new, appropriate boxes to store your items. Luckily, Key2Space has a range of packaging options for sale at our facilities on the Tyburn Road. 

Storing Boxes Haphazardly

This is one of the most important things to consider if you don’t want your items damaged while in storage. Don’t just throw boxes in and expect to find your items in perfect condition. Firstly, make sure you pack heavier boxes at the bottom and the lighter at the top, and don’t stack them too high. Also, leave yourself a pathway around the storage unit, so you can get in and access your possessions without the hassle of moving everything. Spend time arranging everything and you will save a lot of time in the long run.

Not Cleaning Everything before Storage

This is an especially important part of storage if you are packaging a lot of clothes. If you leave unwashed clothes for an extended period of time, they begin to smell bad and grow mould, meaning they could be ruined once you take them out of storage. Clean, dry clothes will stay perfect in storage, so cleaning them beforehand is vital for storage. This is true of everything you put into storage; everything should have a good clean, even if it is just to get dust or minor dirt off.

Not Labelling Every Box

If you don’t label your boxes, you will find yourself confused and frustrated when you come to unpack everything. Although, you might think you can accurately remember what is in every box in 10 months time, you probably won’t and this could cause you a lot of stress. Also, if you need to enter you storage unit and retrieve something, labelling the boxes will make this process a lot quicker.

For the best home or business self storage in Birmingham, contact Key2Space now!

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

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4 Signs You Need Self Storage

Clutter can creep up on you without you even releasing. Your home or business might once have been a relaxing open space, but over time it has slowly filled up to the point where things are becoming difficult. Sometimes it’s best to accept that fact you might need a bit more storage in your house, but this isn’t always obvious, especially if all your junk has collected slowly over a long period of time. Here are a few signs that you need the of a self storage facilities like Key2Space.

You Keep Losing Things

Its okay to misplace your car keys every now and then, but if every day consists of moving around piles of papers, clothes and whatever else just to find one thing, you may have a problem. Organisation is important to an efficient house or business, and clutter can make this a real problem. You could argue that you just have a lot of important stuff that you need in your home or office, but if you really think about it, is everything necessary to have around at all times. Asking yourself this question about every item you own could save you a lot of time. Putting items that you don’t need often into self storage can save you so much room, and mean you won’t have to search through hundreds of items just to find one thing.

If A Room Is Now Just Used For Storage

If you find yourself with a room that has no other purpose than to function as an oversized wardrobe, then it’s definitely time to consider using self storage. While you might see it as fine as having a storage room, this is a complete waste of a room that could be used for so much more. Moving these items into self storage could give you a new bedroom or study or even a gym, there are a lot more possibilities than just filling a room with rubbish.

If Keep Finding Things You Forgot You Had

If you are searching around your home and come across your old playstation you thought you sold or if you are in the office and come across 12 fax machines you didn’t know the business still had, it is probably time to consider some self storage. While it can be good to find old stuff you’d forgotten about, if this is a regular occurrence then you have too much stuff lying around that you don’t use. Self storage can find a place for all these forgotten things and help you get some organisation back into your home or business.

You Find Yourself Cleaning Round Things

If instead of moving your possessions into cupboards or wardrobes, you just leave them there and clean around them because there is nowhere else to put them, you need more storage. Clutter can sometimes become a fixture of a room, where you have always kept something even though it doesn’t need to be there, and as we are creatures of habit we just don’t move it. If you have over ten things in a room that is reminiscent of this, it’s time to rent out some self storage and clear out the clutter.

Contact Key2Space today for short term business storage, long term business storage and seasonal business storage solutions.

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Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

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How to Pack Your Items for Self Storage

Self storage units can help add a great deal of space to your home or business or can be vital when you are moving house or having your office refurbished. Although, packing everything up to be put into storage can sometimes be a lengthy task. Putting everything you own into boxes isn’t the most enjoyable job, so here are a few tips that will make this process much easier and far less stress.

Stock up on correct packaging supplies

Don’t just be lazy and throw everything in black bin bags and expect everything to be that easy. When moving house or office, you are going to need a lot of different types of packaging and supplies. Not only will you need boxes of varying sizes to store everything in, you’ll need bubble wrap, tape and marker pens. Luckily, Key2Space supplies everything you could need, available to purchase at storage facilities.

Label everything!

While organising everything and making labels might seem time consuming and excessive, it will actually save you money in the long run. Make sure similar items are packed into the same boxes and then labelled clearly. This means once you come to take your items out of storage you can quickly find all your items.

Protect fragile items

This might sound obvious, but it is surprising how often people forget to properly store items. While all of your items will be kept completely safe and secure during their storage at Key2Space, it is always advisable to secure anything that is fragile or valuable. Plates, glasses, ornaments and anything else breakable should be wrapped in bubble wrap individually. Make sure you seal boxes tightly and don’t stack any heavy boxes on top of lighter boxes. Don’t overstuff boxes as this will cause breakages and may make transporting your goods difficult when your storage ends.

Clean Everything

This is a vital part of storage that people often forget. Clothes need washing and drying before going into storage as bacteria will grow and stains will set, which will become very difficult to get out. Make sure everything you put into storage is completely dry, as anything damp will quickly grow mildew and cause a bad smell in your storage unit.

Key2Space offer great packaging solutions to purchase as well as the best storage facilities in Birmingham. Get in touch for an unbeatably priced quote today!

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Get Your Storage Quote

Tell us what you need to store and we’ll help you find the right storage unit at the right price.

Limited Time Offer: New customers get 50% off their first 2 months’ storage.

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with a no-obligation quote.

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tick Modern, Clean, Dry Storage Units in a range of sizes

tick Flexible terms, short or long-term storage available

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Do’s and Don’ts of Long Term Self Storage

Putting your belongings into long term self storage can be needed for a variety of reasons, from travelling around the world for a prolonged period or renting out a property.  Key2Space offer state of the art storage facilities that will protect your possessions no matter how long you store them for. However, to keep them in mint condition for the duration of their storage, here are a few do’s and don’ts for long term storage.

Do’s

  • Make sure any delicate items are protected properly before they are put into storage. Wrap any fragile items, such as antiques, in bubble wrap, newspaper and dust sheets to prevent any damage.
  • Use new boxes to store your items.  This will store your items in a more stable manner and there is much less danger of the boxes breaking or falling apart.
  • Make sure your boxes are sealed properly with packing tape, as this won’t come unstuck and will prevent the accumulation of dust on the stored objects.
  • Make sure any clothes are clean and dry before you store them away, as bacteria will grow on unwashed clothes, causing them to stain and smell.
  • Sell larger, unwanted items. Storing things that you don’t really need will just take up space and will make organising your stuff more difficult.
  • Store heavier items at the bottom and lighter items at the top.
  • Fill your boxes used for storage to the top. This will prevent them from being crushed if other boxes are placed on top.

Don’ts

  • Store unwrapped breakable objects next to each other as this could cause damage.
  • Store assembled furniture if it can be broken down into smaller parts, such as flat pack furniture. Storing the finished piece will take a lot more space and have more chance of getting damaged.
  • Stand sofas on their ends. They aren’t designed to take pressure on these points and this will weaken the structural integrity.
  • Store anything that is dirty or wet. This can lead to serious rust, corrosion and mould.
  • Never forget to label your boxes. Coming back after a long period and trying to sort everything out will be really tricky if everything isn’t clearly and carefully labelled.
  • Store anything that is flammable, hazardous, perishable or illegal.
  • Pile your boxes too high to reach. This can be dangerous and can make unpacking your self storage unit trickier. Make sure all of your items are within easy reach and aren’t blocked by others.
  • Forget to keep all relevant screws and fixtures together in separate bags that are clearly marked. This will make rebuilding furniture a lot easier.

If you have any concerns about keeping your possessions in storage for an extended period, Key2Space can offer expert advice and assistance and help put you at ease that all of your belongings will be safely protected by state of the art security systems and storage units for the duration of their stay.

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