
Store Protected: How to keep Items secure in Autumn
September 11, 2026There are many ways to adapt storage space so that you make the most of the room. A shift in the season can pave the way for reorganising your unit so that everything finds its place. From sorting the arrangement of boxes to simple tips to make the most of your storage solution, here are some key tips to put into practice.
1 Big Self Storage features as a local storage solution that helps provide you with the space you need to make room at home or work. Our solutions can be for personal or commercial use, with units ranging from 12 to 200 square feet of floor space. We also feature 50% off for the first 8 weeks for our first-time clients.
Adapt Storage to You
There are many ways you can adapt storage to suit your needs. This includes making small changes to the way you store, or even tips that make a difference in securing your items. We have compiled some of the key ways that you can make a dramatic difference to the space you use and make everything compact or more accessible. Here are some of the ways you can achieve a storage space that is better for you to use.
Choose the correct Storage Box Type
There are many ways you can store items rather than having various loose objects. We have storage boxes sold on site, which are perfect for storing a variety of select items, making it easier to stack up to 9ft to maximise your space. When you adapt storage for long-term use, it may be worth selecting a better long-term solution. This includes purchasing storage trunks, which offer greater protection even while stacking them on top of each other.
Sort Based on Importance
There is no value in storing items in a mixed-up order, which can often happen if you are in a rush. Many require adapting storage to how often they use specific items, which can easily be applied when storing seasonal items each quarter. It is a good habit to sort so that the least-likely items are stored at the back or end of the unit, rather than stored closer to the front. This helps reduce searching time and optimising acquasition, especially when you only want to pop in and out.
Organise the Larger Items First
If you have a greater range of scaled items, the bigger items can become a blockade when placed too close to the front of the unit space. Furniture can be space consuming but they shouldn’t stop you from obtaining smaller items when needed. Unless they are to be the first that are removed, always maximise your space by place them as far back first before adding any other items in the unit. This is especially important when moving house and can make the move easier when the time comes. It helps to always plan ahead.
Choose the Right Surface to Stack On
There are many shortcuts you can use to stack and adapt storage, but make sure you don’t stack on the wrong items. Stacking hard or heavy items on top of sofas and soft materials can cause long-term damage, such as deformation from pressure. Always make sure you stack on top of the right surfaces, without risking damage. Tables and wooden furniture are a good choice, but add to the protection by placing dust covers over the top so that you minimise any potential for mistakes.
Find out more about our storage tips and storage units by calling directly on 01375 859947. Get started with your desired unit size by submitting a quote request on our website. We also sell storage packaging, such as covers, storage boxes, and bubble wrap on-site.


