Packing a storage unit is easier when you start with a clear plan instead of loading items as they come out of the truck. A little preparation can help protect furniture, boxes, electronics, seasonal items, and business supplies while making the unit easier to use later. The goal is to store everything in a way that keeps items organized, protected, and simple to find when you need them again.



BLTD Storage offers storage options for household items, business materials, vehicles, and seasonal belongings at select facilities. Before move-in day, think about what you are storing, how often you may need access, and which items need extra protection. These storage and packing tips can help you make better use of your unit from the first box to the last load.

Storage tips

A good storage layout can save time every time you visit your unit. Before you start moving items inside, think about which boxes should stay accessible, which pieces can go toward the back, and how to stack everything safely.

• Keep important items near the front: Place seasonal items, tools, business supplies, or boxes you may need soon near the entrance. This helps you avoid unpacking the whole unit for one item.
• Leave a small walkway: A narrow aisle can make it easier to reach belongings stored toward the back. This is especially helpful if you plan to visit your unit more than once.
• Use sturdy shelving when possible: Shelves can help keep boxes off the floor and make better use of vertical space. They also make it easier to separate fragile items from heavier belongings.
• Stack boxes by weight: Heavy boxes should go on the bottom, with lighter boxes on top. This helps prevent crushed boxes and keeps stacks more stable.
• Protect furniture before storage: Cover furniture with breathable covers, sheets, or moving blankets. This helps reduce dust, scratches, and scuffs while items are stored.
• Keep an inventory: Write down what you place in the unit and where important items are located. A quick note on your phone can save time later.
  

Strong packing habits can help protect your belongings before they ever reach the storage unit. Use the right supplies, avoid overfilled boxes, and give fragile items enough padding so they can handle the move and storage period.



• Use quality boxes: Choose boxes that are sturdy, clean, and close in size. Same-size boxes are easier to stack and help keep the unit more organized.
• Pack heavy items in small boxes: Books, tools, dishes, and other heavy belongings should go in smaller boxes. This makes them easier to carry and less likely to break open.
• Fill empty spaces: Use packing paper, towels, blankets, or soft items to fill gaps inside boxes. This helps keep items from shifting during transport.
• Wrap fragile items one at a time: Dishes, glassware, lamps, decor, and framed pieces should be wrapped separately. Add padding to the top, bottom, and sides of each box.
• Label more than one side: Mark boxes on multiple sides with the room and contents. Add “fragile” when needed so boxes are handled and stacked carefully.
• Clean and dry appliances: Appliances should be clean and fully dry before storage. Leave doors slightly open once stored so air can circulate and odors do not get trapped inside.
• Take apart large furniture: Remove legs, shelves, bed frames, and other detachable parts when possible. Keep hardware in a labeled bag so reassembly is easier later.