Below are some tips to keep in mind as you load your Prairie Containers portable storage container in order to protect your belongings while also making the most of the space in each container.
Be sure to use a storage inventory list to record which items go in each container and their general location within the container. This will allow you to find an item easily, should you need to access your goods while in storage. All boxes should be labelled on several sides for easy locating.
Always load the heaviest items first. Place dressers, large china cabinets, sofas, refrigerators, and other heavy appliances on the floor of the U Need Space container. Use protective covers on sofas and mattresses. Then load chairs, tables, bookcases, and light items and boxes around the larger, heavy items. Prairie Containers offers furniture pads for rent and other protective items such as mattress bags/boxes for sale, and they’re delivered right to your front door.
Keep refrigerator and freezer doors slightly ajar and clean before storing. Don’t forget to use the space inside these appliances for extra storage.
Load each portable storage container a quarter at a time, packing it tightly from floor to ceiling. Secure each quarter with rope or twine to prevent shifting during transit.
Store couches on end to maximize space.
Pack mirrors and pictures in mirror boxes and store upright to avoid being crushed or broken. Stack lighter boxes on top of bigger, heavier ones.
Disassemble tables and shelves and store on their sides, using furniture pads to protect from damage during transit. Keep all hardware in a plastic bag and securely tape the bag to the furniture, so you have it all together when you are ready to re-assemble.
If you are renting and storing more than one Prairie Containers portable, store items you’ll need most often in one particular portable, again keeping a detailed inventory of each Prairie Containers portable, so you can find specific goods easily.
Lock each Prairie Containers portable with your own padlock and keep the key in a safe location, where you will easily be able to find it upon re-delivery.
