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The following is a list of simple tips on
how to properly store your goods:
Furniture
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Cover all furniture and disassemble, if
possible. |
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Wrap table legs with packing paper as
scratch protection. |
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Lay down blankets or a pallet between
the furniture and the floor of the storage unit. |
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Place assembled tables top down on floor
with legs pointing towards the ceiling. |
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Stack chairs seat-to-seat with cloth or
paper separating them. |
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Avoid stacking or leaning furniture
against outside walls. |
Metal
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Wipe a few drops of oil on bicycles and
tools as a rust protector. |
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Avoid oil staining by storing exposed
items in a separate space. |
Breakables
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Wrap plates, saucers, and bowls
individually before placing it in a china carton. |
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Use a china carton divider kit for
increased security. |
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Fill paper into bottom, top and empty
spaces in the carton. |
Books and Valuable Papers
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Use file boxes. They are the best
containers for your important documents. |
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Pack books flat and fill any empty space
to minimize movement. |
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Avoid overfilling cartons. Books
are heavy. |
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Keep pallets free of moisture by placing
plastic sheeting on top. |
Large Appliances and Equipment
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Leave appliance doors slightly ajar.
Moisture and mildew will damage your valuables so make sure that your
refrigerator or freezer is clean and dry. |
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Use valuable storage space inside
appliance's for small items. |
Clothes
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Avoid excessive wrinkling to your
clothes by employing wardrobe boxes. |
Pest / Rodent Control
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Consistently check and replace pest and
rodent repellent. |
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