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Making room for life changes

Making room for life changes

A round-up of tips for managing major milestones

 
Do I really need self-storage insurance

Do I really need self-storage insurance?

Is self-storage insurance really necessary?

 
Make space for an active lifestyle

Make space for an active lifestyle

Find room to exercise in your home

 
Media gifts that wont take up space

Media gifts that won’t take up space

Last-minute entertainment gift ideas

 
Top tips for getting the most out of your storage space

Top tips for getting the most out of your storage space

How to refine your self-storage routine

 
Christmas gifts for a clutter-free lifestyle

Christmas gifts for a clutter-free lifestyle

Want to avoid giving your loved ones even more possessions this Christmas? We’ve got tips

 
Could committing to storage cut your storage bill

Could committing to storage cut your storage bill?

This one tip could reduce your self-storage costs

 
Clutter and mental health

Clutter and mental health

Look after your possessions and your mental health

 
Organising your shed

Organising your shed

Your shed, your space – how to create your dream garden den

 
Now is the time to clear out your childrens toys

Now is the time to clear out your children’s toys

Declutter your toys ahead of Christmas

 
Get your caravan ready for storage

Get your caravan ready for storage

How to winterise your caravan

 
Reduce your storage costs by streamlining your stored goods

Reduce your storage costs by streamlining your stored goods

Four ways to reduce your monthly storage bill

 
Self-storage for digital nomads

Self-storage for digital nomads

How can self-storage make life easier for digital nomads?

 
How to store a barbecue

How to store a barbecue

Get your garden winter ready by putting your grill and barbecue into storage

 
You need paper copies of these six documents

You need paper copies of these six documents

So much of our life is online, but there are still some cases where only paper will do

 
Moving into college accommodation

Moving into college accommodation

Hints and tips for students going away to university

 
Could you save by switching to a cheaper storage company

Could you save by switching to a cheaper storage company?

Some storage companies seem to offer a better deal – but beware of hidden costs

 
Cleaning your barbecue

Cleaning your barbecue

How to give your barbecue some end-of-season care

 
Get ready for your first short-term international move

Get ready for your first short-term international move

Dealing with your possessions during a temporary move abroad

 
Tips for scanning documents to save space

Tips for scanning documents to save space

Minimise paper clutter by scanning documents

 
Organise your cluttered garage

Organise your cluttered garage

The benefits of a neat and tidy garage

 
Staying cool on a budget

Staying cool on a budget

In the cost-of-living crisis you can still stay cool

 
Efficient air con use

Efficient air con use

Heatwaves can leave us yearning for a cool escape. Even a portable air conditioner can make a world of difference

 
Moving home in extreme heat

Moving home in extreme heat

A house move during a heatwave is definitely challenging, but there are a few things you can do to make it easier

 
What is the best shelving for a storage unit

What is the best shelving for a storage unit

Organise your self-storage unit with shelving

 
Getting ready for a home swap holiday

Getting ready for a home swap holiday

Preparing for a home exchange holiday

 
A checklist for taking items out of storage

A checklist for taking items out of storage

Wondering about best practice for moving domestic goods out of storage? Here are our thoughts

 
Moving home in wet weather

Moving home in wet weather

Moving home in torrential rain is no one’s idea of a good time… Here’s how to stay calm and more or less dry

 
Get prepared for an emergency

Get prepared for an emergency

The UK government recently recommended that the public keep an emergency kit at home

 
How do I dispose of unwanted clothes and textiles

How do I dispose of unwanted clothes and textiles?

Got some old clothing to get rid of? Here’s how to do it responsibly

 
Is your car overloaded

Is your car overloaded?

Avoid overloading your car when moving domestic goods

 
What fittings should you leave behind when you move

What fittings should you leave behind when you move?

How to work out what to take and what to leave when you move house

 
Moving house with young adults

Moving house with young adults

Get your teenagers ready to move house

 
What to do when the emergency services ask you to leave your home

What to do when the emergency services ask you to leave your home

Check list of items to take with you in an emergency

 
Is it okay to take garden plants when you move

Is it okay to take garden plants when you move?

Do garden plants count as fixtures or fittings when moving house?

 
How to be the best house move helper ever

How to be the best house move helper ever

So you’ve been asked to help someone move house. What can you do to help out?

 
Moving into supportive accommodation

Moving into supportive accommodation

Preparing to move into a care home

 
What to do when your smoke alarm goes off

What to do when your smoke alarm goes off

Act promptly when your smoke alarm sounds

 
What to do when your carbon monoxide detector goes off

What to do when your carbon monoxide detector goes off

Is a carbon monoxide leak an emergency?

 
Top tips for drying laundry

Top tips for drying laundry

How to win at drying your washing

 
Get your barbecue ready for summer

Get your barbecue ready for summer

Prepare for the British summer by cleaning off your barbecue

 
How to put a washing machine into storage

How to put a washing machine into storage

Keeping your washing machine in storage

 
emergency plan for your household

Do you have an emergency plan for your household?

If the worst happens at home, would your family know what to do?

 
How to charge phones and tablets efficiently

How to charge phones and tablets efficiently

Strategies for efficient phone charging in your home

 
Tips for storing a cooker

Tips for storing a cooker

Can I put a cooker into my storage unit?

 
Staging your house for a quick sale

Staging your house for a quick sale

Declutter your home to improve buyer appeal

 
Managing your sale on a social media marketplace

Managing your sale on a social media marketplace

How to be successful at peer-to-peer selling

 
Helping an older person move house

Helping an older person move house

How to be a good carer during a house move

 
Putting appliances into storage

Putting appliances into storage

How and when to store white goods

 
Moving house with a terrarium

Moving house with a terrarium

How to move your terrarium safely into your new home

 
Make space at home for healthy movement

Make space at home for healthy movement

New year’s resolution to get fit? Here’s how to make room for exercise at home

 
What is the cost of self-storage

What is the cost of self-storage?

How to cost up self-storage

 
Quick ideas for a cosy Christmas Eve on a budget

Quick ideas for a cosy Christmas Eve on a budget

Have a magical Christmas Eve without overspending

 
Should I repair or replace my appliance

Should I repair or replace my appliance?

Is it time to recycle my faulty appliance?

 
Pre-Christmas cleaning plan

Pre-Christmas cleaning plan

Ready for the run-up to Christmas?

 
Moving house plants

Moving house plants

Wondering how good plant parents keep their green babies alive during a house move? Read on

 
Should I repair or replace my oven

Should I repair or replace my oven?

Is your oven past repair or can a simple repair get you cooking again?

 
Top tips to save cash in cold weather

Top tips to save cash in cold weather

Looking to reduce your heating costs now autumn is turning to winter?

 
Should I repair or replace my fridge

Should I repair or replace my fridge?

Wondering whether it’s worth repairing your fridge? We’ve got some advice to help you decide

 
Freshen up musty-smelling clothes

Freshen up musty-smelling clothes

The dank old clothing smell is the curse of anyone wanting to rock a vintage style – here’s how to deal with it

 
Moving house with your children

Moving house with your children

Ideas to help your family house move go without a hitch

 
Storing water toys in winter

Storing water toys in winter

Time to tidy up the pool area

 
Ways to sell stuff using social media

Ways to sell stuff using social media

Declutter your home by selling on social media

 
Moving house with an exotic pet

Moving house with an exotic pet

Pet reptiles and amphibians are part of the family, so make sure they are safe and comfortable during your house move

 
Should I repair or replace my washing machine

Should I repair or replace my washing machine

A working washing machine is a crucial part of the modern home – here’s how to decide whether to attempt a repair or buy a new machine

 
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What’s the best place to store a fridge

Tips and tricks for storing a fridge-freezer

 
Do storage companies check credit

Do storage companies check credit?

Wondering if you’ll have to undergo a credit score check to get storage? We have answers

 
Organise your larder

Organise your larder

Reduce your food bill by preventing food waste with our pantry tips

 
Which appliances can you turn off at night

Which appliances can you turn off at night?

Get the switch-off habit to cut bills and reduce energy use

 
Promoting your yard sale

Promoting your yard sale

How to get more footfall at your yard sale

 
How to do an end-of-tenancy clean

How to do an end-of-tenancy clean

Worried about getting your deposit back when moving out of a rental? Here are some tips for your end-of-tenancy clean

 
Keep your home cool without increasing your costs

Keep your home cool without increasing your costs

Suffering in the heat? Here are some low-cost tips to keep your home cooler

 
Moving house with your cat

Moving house with your cat

House moves for cat owners

 
How to pack your car for a boot fair

How to pack your car for a boot fair

Top tips for packing your car like a boot fair pro

 
How to wash clothes at a lower temperature

How to wash clothes at a lower temperature

Cooler laundry temperatures are better for your clothes, the environment and your bank balance

 
Storing woollen clothing

Storing woollen clothing

Now that May is out, it's time to store your delicate woollens – but do you know the steps you need to take to keep them warm, durable and soft for years to come

 
self storage for students

Self-storage for students

Moving out of your uni accommodation for the summer? Self-storage is here to help

 
Declutter your home and make some money at a boot fair

Declutter your home and make some money at a boot fair

Boot fairs are a terrific way to get rid of unwanted items and make some extra cash

 
Self-storage 2023 report

Self-storage annual report

How normal are your self-storage habits?

 
Moving house with a baby

Moving house with a baby

How to make a house move easy on your baby

 
energy efficient appliances

How to choose energy-efficient household appliances

Energy-efficient white goods are a great way to save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint

 
It is a danger to your family and bad for your possessions What can you do to stop black mould

Prevent black mould in your home

It is a danger to your family and bad for your possessions. What can you do to stop black mould?

 
Getting vintage clothing ready for storage

Getting vintage clothing ready for storage

The best way to safely store vintage garments

 
Make your fridge and freezer more efficient

Make your fridge and freezer more efficient

Tips for keeping your fridge and freezer running well

 
Moving house with a dog

Moving house with a dog

Helping your dog cope with a huge life change

 
NewsArticle tips for storing clothing and footwear

Our best tips for storing clothing and footwear

Keep your stored clothes in tip-top condition with our clothing and fashion accessories round-up

 
NewsArticleCut your tumble dryer use

Cut your tumble dryer use

Save energy and cash by minimising your tumble dryer use

 
NewsArticleMove a fish tank

How to move a fish tank into a new home

Moving house with an aquarium: tips and tricks

 
NewsArticleCigarRoom

Fitting out a cigar room at home

Enjoy your cigars in a relaxing home space

 
Hallway hacks to make your life easier

Dropzone hacks to make your life easier

Keep your home’s entryway tidy and efficient for a low-stress homelife

 
Turn down the flow temperature on your boiler to save energy

Turn down the flow temperature on your boiler to save energy

The government says changing this setting on your boiler can save you £££ a year

 
House move essentials bag

What's in your house move essentials bag?

Here’s what we think should be in the first box you open when moving house

 
do you need to move to a bigger house

Do you really need a bigger house?

Should I extend or move to get more space?

 
pack your storage unit efficiently

Expert packing tips for self-storage

With our advice, you can make the most of your self-storage space

 
getting started with self storage for domestic goods

What do I need to know before using self-storage?

New to self-storage? Here is our advice

 
protect stored items from pests and mould

Protecting your stored items

What are the biggest concerns for goods in self-storage?

 
map your storage unit

Have you got a map of your self-storage unit?

Easily find any item in your storage unit

 
Decorative: a table laid for a festive party.

Prepare your house for a New Year’s Eve party

Make the most of the space at your New Year’s party

 
make your spare room welcoming for Christmas guests

Make your spare room welcoming for Christmas guests

Get your spare room ready for festive guests

 
Need a break from elf on the shelf

Need a break from Elf on the Shelf?

Take the pressure off yourself with our Elf on the Shelf hacks

 
Decorative: A row of striped Christmas baubles, one of which is broken -- to suggest a stressful festive situation.

Ideas for a low-stress Christmas

What to do if Christmas overwhelm threatens

 
A pregnant woman waits near a cot in her babys nursery.
 
Houseplants to denote improved air quality

Improve the air quality in your home

How clean is the air in your home?

 
A snooker table in a modern home

Store your pool table

What’s the best way to move a snooker or pool table?

 
A family moving home during December

Get ready for your December house move

Preparing for a December house move

 
Two lit pumpkin lanterns in the dark

How eco-friendly is your Halloween?

Make your night of gruesome fun as sustainable as possible

 
A scuba diver

The best way to store scuba equipment

Keep your diving kit in tip-top condition by storing it properly

 
Two people enjoying a trampoline towards the end of summer.

Storing a trampoline

The best way to put a trampoline in storage

 
A child surrounded by small brightly coloured toys

Ideas for storing outdoor toys

Organise your garden toys so they are ready for play next summer

 
A person unlocking a storage unit padlock

What happens when you inherit a storage unit?

How to approach the task of sorting through a storage locker after a death in the family

 
Vintage woodworking tools

Storing lumber for woodworking

Keeping wood boards and blocks ready for carving and creating

 
Bookshelves for use as a background for social media images

Where is your Instagram corner?

The one odd hack that influencers use to make you envy their home

 
A neatly made-up bed in a pleasant blue bedroom

How much linen do you need?

How many towels and bedding sets does a family need? Too many, and you’re struggling for storage; not enough and you feel like you never stop doing laundry.

 
A stack of vinyl LPs

How to store a vinyl record collection

What do you need to know about keeping a vinyl record collection in a storage unit?

 
A key fob shaped like a house with a heart in the middle.

How do I calculate the value of my stored goods?

What is the insurance value of the things in my storage unit?

 
NewsArticle Storing model trains

Storing model train layouts

Follow these rules when storing your model railway locos

 
NewsArticle Storage unit with access code

Using a storage unit with an access code

So your self-storage room has an access code. Here is everything you need to know about storage with electronic access

 
A couple moving home

Moving in with a new partner

Living together and enjoying homelife as a couple has many lovely advantages, but go into it with your eyes open!

 
Using a calendar for financial admin

What should I do if I can’t pay my storage bill?

When storage bills start to pile up, it’s time to talk

 
Tools used for renovating a period home

Self-storage for renovators

Use self-storage for a less stressful renovation

 
A person using a padlock on a storage unit

Common problems with self-storage

Trouble shooting for self-storage lock-ups

 
A person saving money by dropping coins into a glass jar

Save cash on your monthly self-storage bill

Cut the costs of self-storage

 
A man at his storage unit holding a chair

Five signs that you should change your storage company

Is it time to switch storage companies?

 
NewsArticle storing fishing tackle

Why keep fishing tackle in a storage unit?

Putting your fishing tackle outside the home in a storage unit has many benefits

 
A red cone with caution written on it

Personal safety at your storage unit

Staying safe while moving goods in and out of your storage unit

 
Man preparing to put a box into an external storage room

What are the advantages of an internal storage room?

Should I get an internal storage room or an external storage room?

 
Stored goods

Selling the contents of your storage unit

Could you profit from your stored domestic goods?

 
Students on a sofa

Self-storage tips for students

Cramped, insecure student accommodation? Self-storage can help

 
NewsArticleSelfStorageTravellers

Self-storage for travellers

What to store and what to keep with you when you go travelling

 
NewsArticleDIYTools

Can I keep DIY equipment in my storage unit?

What’s the best place to store home improvement tools?

 
A woman locking her storage unit with a padlock and key

Sharing access to your self-storage unit

How to safely give another person access to your storage lock-up

 
NewsArticlewatersportsgear

Storing water sports equipment

Extend the life of your windsurf, paddleboard or canoe by storing it properly

 
Curios at a yard sale

How to hold a really good yard sale

Have you got cash in your cupboards?

 
Blankets being aired on a washing line.

Storing blankets

Are your wool blankets safe in storage?

 
Man moving his things into storage.

What can I expect when I move into my storage unit?

Quick tips for moving your stuff into storage

 
Key ring with a charm in the shape of a tiny house.

Could you live in a tiny home?

Downsize for an improved standard of living

 
Mouse invading storage unit

Mice eat stored sports kit

What to do when rodent pests ruin your stored goods

 
NewsArticleHostBestSleepover

Host the best sleepover ever

Help your child to be a great sleepover host

 
NewsArticlePicturesforSellingSites

Taking great pictures to use on for-sale ads

Get ahead of the pack on selling sites by taking the best listings photos

 
Women doing fibre crafts

Streamline your craft stash

Organise your crafting stash for maximum creativity

 
Domestic appliances

Storing a fridge or freezer

How to prep a fridge-freezer for storage

 
A man using self-storage to keep his home clutter-free

Maintain your decluttering resolutions

How are your new year’s resolutions going?

 
historic family photographs.

How to store photographs

Keep your precious photographic prints in pristine condition with our storage tips

 
A couple painting a wall

Preparing to paint a room

Ready to freshen up the paintwork? Here are some quick tips to make the task much easier

 
Domestic goods that you could sell on social media marketplaces

Free up cash with Facebook Marketplace

Selling unwanted gifts on social media marketplaces

 
NewsArticleEasyResolutions

Six easy-to-keep resolutions that will improve your life

Small habit changes can have a huge impact on your happiness

 
NewsArticleWrappingPaper

Storing Christmas wrapping paper

Make gift wrapping a pleasure with these organisation tips

 
NewsArticleHealthyatChristmas

Keep your family healthy this Christmas

Don’t let the Christmas season de-rail your healthy habits

 
NewsArticleChristmasReady

Is your home Christmas ready?

Make the most of your house this festive season

 
NewsArticlechristmasclassicbooks

Christmas classic books to bring out of storage right now

Add a night of cosy reading to your festive traditions

 
A child rejects a Christmas gift

How to hide Christmas presents

Keep your surprises for the big day with our Christmas gift concealment guide

 
NewsArticleGrandfatherClock

How to put a grandfather clock into storage

What’s the best way to store an antique longcase clock?

 
A wintery scene with snowed-up roads and houses.

Moving house in wintertime

What to expect when you move house during winter

 
A woman locks her storage unit.

Does the storage company have any liability if my items are damaged?

Whose fault is it if your stored domestic goods are stolen or broken?

 
NewsArticleRugsandCarpets

Storing rugs and carpets

How to safely keep your rugs and carpets in storage

 
Small cactuses decorate a home.

Tips for small space living

Get comfortable with downsized living

 
A bed made up with bedding, duvet and pillow.

What’s the best way to vacuum pack bedding?

Save space when packing duvets, pillows and bedding sets

 
Bicycles against a railing outside a house.

Storage basics for cyclists

With the rise of pedal power more people are using bikes. But what do you do with them when they’re not on the road?

 
NewsArticleStoringMusicalInstruments

Tips for safely storing musical instruments

The best ways to keep your instruments in top condition in storage

 
Stored goods organised attractively using boxes and rails

Should you install shelving in your storage unit?

Adding shelves, racks and rails to your storage unit

 
NewsArticleClearOutStorageUnit

How do I clear out my storage unit?

Time to move on from your storage unit? Follow our tips for a smooth transition

 
NewsArticleBack-to-school

Back to school organising

Declutter for a happy start to the new school year

 
NewsArticle-Boxes-Storing-domestic-goods

The best boxes for storing domestic goods

Pick the right containers for your storage unit

 
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Storing costume jewellery

Make the most of your fashion jewellery by storing it to its best advantage

 
A bridal couple holding hands.

Is your wedding dress safe in storage?

How to store your wedding gown

 
A couple moving items ready for storage.

Is it time to change storage provider?

Are you with the right storage company?

 
Woman removes battery from a smartphone before putting it in storage

Can you put batteries in a storage unit?

Should you remove the batteries before you store an electrical item?

 
NewsArticle-Checklist-for-storage

Checklist for putting domestic goods into store

Get on top of your storage game with our handy step-by-step for adding items to your storage unit

 
Generic toiletries.

How long can you store toiletries for?

Are your toiletries still safe to use?

 
A piano going into storage

These precious items need climate-controlled storage

Is it worth paying extra for a temperature-controlled storage unit?

 
A man bringing a box out of his storage unit to inspect it

How often should I inspect my stored goods?

Visiting your stored goods sounds like a chore – but depending on your circumstances it may be worth your time.

 
A couple checking their boxed goods

How do I work out the value of my stored goods?

How much are your stored domestic goods worth for insurance purposes?

 
A person saving money by dropping coins into a glass jar

5 ways to reduce your storage bill

How to keep your storage costs down

 
Flatpack shelving

How do I disassemble flatpack furniture?

Is it possible to take flatpack furniture apart for storage?

 
A lady thinking about changing her self-storage insurer.

How do I change my self-storage insurance provider?

Can you get better value from a different self-storage insurance provider?

 
A family cleaning

Keep your storage unit clean and organised

Simple ways to keep your storage unit spotless

 
NewsArticleSecureStorage

How secure is your storage unit?

Tips to make sure your possessions are safe in storage

 
A book shelf with plenty of space in it

Save space by scanning books

Free up space on your bookshelves by going digital

 
A couple recording items in their storage unit

Creating a self-storage inventory

Once simple hack that will take your self-storage to the next level

 
A selection of spiny and furry cactus plants in a domestic setting.

Caring for cacti in your home

Do you know how to help your cactus thrive?

 
NewsArticle clever-dishwasher-hacks

Clever dishwasher hacks

A dishwasher is not just for crockery!

 
A despondent person (legs only) viewing a cluttered domestic space.

Four easy wins for spring cleaning in 2021

Can’t face a full spring clean? Here are four quick domestic jobs to do now

 
A man taking a flatscreen TV.

Protect against theft on moving day

If theft is a worry during your move, we have some steps you can take

 
A couple lifting an armchair during a house move.

Protect yourself from moving scams

Are you worried about fraud during your move?

 
Staff from a cleaning firm at work in a home

Organise your home routines to beat allergies

Simple household chores that will help you manage your allergy symptoms

 
A man and a woman discussing whether to paint a wall blue or green

Redecorate a room in 10 easy steps

It’s amazing what a fresh lick of paint can do to make a room look clean, bright and more modern

 
A mother and daughter draw a heart in the condensation on a windowpane

Four ways to bring romance into your home

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching and lockdown putting a stop to many of our normal celebrations, it’s time to get creative.

 
NewsArticle-style-your-rental

Stylish décor for rented homes

Rented accommodation doesn’t have to be drab and unimaginative: we’ve got some simple temporary ideas to help you make your rented property into your home

 
Cold woman in a poorly insulated home

Draught proof your home

Quick tips to save money on your heating bills and make your home more comfortable

 
NewsArticle-dates-to-celebrate-January-February

Special dates to look out for this winter

Boost your morale by marking some of these dates in January and February

 
Pantone-colour-2021-yellow-gray

Pantone’s controversial colour of 2021

Is Pantone’s 2021 colour of the year uplifting or dull?

 
Dad and two boys taking down Christmas lights in a large modern room

Christmas light storage ideas

Don’t let Christmas lights become post-Christmas clutter

 
Table set for Christmas decorated with a gingerbread house

Lay your Christmas table like a pro

Tips to make your Christmas dinner look more festive

 
best way to store wine

What’s the best way to store wine?

Is storing wine in your kitchen a really bad idea?

 
NewsArticle-2020-Christmas-decorations

Five ways to make your decorations pop

Ideas for Christmas decorations that are very 2020

 
girl drawing a heart on frozen window with her mum in a warm December family scene.

5 ideas to make the run-up to Christmas magical for your kids

Make some family memories during December with these festive ideas

 
KeepFitAtHome

Keeping fit and active at home

Ideas for exercising at home when you don’t have space for a gym

 
CosyWinterInterior

Quick ways to make a cosy winter interior

Tips to make your home ready for the colder months

 
A couple lifting an armchair during a house move.

Moving house during lockdown

How do you manage a house move during lockdown 2?

 
A family sitting on the side of a garden swimming pool dangling their legs in the water

Put your swimming pool to bed

A step-by-step guide to preparing your pool for winter

 
NewsArticle

Storage for video games

Wondering where to put your collection of video games? We have some storage ideas for you

 
A laughing child surrounded by tidily organised toys

Don’t let Lego take over your home

When you are constantly tripping over toys, battling your way through little shoes in the hallway and facing an avalanche every time you open a cupboard, it might be time to get organised. After all, a tidy house is supposedly the sign of a tidy mind.

 
A dog guards neatly packed camping gear

Storing camping gear

How to pack away camping equipment until your next trip

 
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Storing board games

How to keep your board games tidy

 
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Streamline your film collection

Tips for de-cluttering your film library

 
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Easy wins to make your building work go well

Top tips for when you’ve got the builders in

 
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How often should you change your bedding?

Is your bed a healthy place to sleep?

 
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Storage for cosplayers

Tips for storing cosplay costumes and accessories

 
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Storage ideas for your music room

Tips for keeping your instruments and music organised

 
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Declutter your wardrobe

Take a realistic look at your clothes and decide what to keep and what must go

 
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Storing artwork

Safe storage for prints, paintings and fine art photography

 
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Five things to take to the tip

Some domestic goods are just not worth keeping: get rid of these items today

 
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De-clutter your kitchen

Making more space for cooking and baking

 
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Storing heirloom textiles

Antique textiles, whether a stunning heirloom quilt, a collection of samplers or a family Christening robe, can bring a lot of pleasure but they need to be properly cared for

 
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Storage tips for roleplaying gamers

Is your stash of miniatures and D&D manuals outgrowing its space? We’ve got some ideas that will help

 
The best apps for household management

The best apps for household management

What apps do you need to run your home like a boss?

 
Packing glassware for storage

Packing glassware for storage

Ways to transport glasses safely

 
Creating an inspiring home working space

Creating an inspiring home working space

How to make working from home easy and professional

 
Keep your family photos safe

Keep your family photos safe

Ensuring precious memories are protected for generations to come

 
Storage tips for artists

Storage tips for artists

How to store and care for your artwork

 
Storing handbags

Storing handbags

How to prepare and put your handbags in storage

 
Maximise space to improve life on your houseboat

Maximise space to improve life on your houseboat

Living space is at a premium on a narrowboat or yacht so make the best of what you’ve got

 
The best way to store AV equipment

The best way to store AV equipment

If you’ve invested in your home cinema, you’ll want to store it correctly

 
Preparing your relatives home for hospital discharge

Preparing your relative’s home for hospital discharge

Making the transition from hospital to home easier

 
Repairs Round-Up

Repairs Round-Up

Using DIY around your home to reduce waste

 
Clean your garden furniture

Clean your garden furniture

During this period of social distancing and isolation, you may find you have more time than ever before to make your garden beautiful.

 
Choosing a removal firm

Choosing a removal firm

How to find the right removal company

 
Save money on your self-storage

Save money on your self-storage

When reviewing your budget, remember to take a close look at your self-storage bills

 
Recovering from a flood

Recovering from a flood

The aftermath of a flood can be drawn-out and stressful

 
Is climate-controlled storage necessary

Is climate-controlled storage necessary?

Domestic goods don’t need air con… or do they?

 
Revealed the self-storage insurance policy rip-off - Telegraph

Revealed: the self-storage insurance policy rip-off - Telegraph

Storage firms can charge up to seven times as much for insurance bought through them

 
Stay safe while lifting

Stay safe while lifting

What is the best lifting technique to use when moving in and out of self-storage?

 
Why you should keep your record collection

Why you should keep your record collection

Reasons not to throw away those old vinyl records

 
bright orange traffic cone with the word caution on it.

What to do when there's a flood warning

Do you know the steps to take when you’re at risk from flooding?

 
Can self-storage help a hoarder

Can self-storage help a hoarder?

If you have a relative with hoarding disorder, will extra storage help?

 
Keep your cleaning costs down

Keep your cleaning costs down

Get more out of your cleaner for less

 
Get the most out of your central heating

Get the most out of your central heating

4 tips for efficient domestic heating

 
Do you have a fire plan

Do you have a fire plan?

Keep your family safe in the event of a housefire

 
Whats the best way to move and store a piano

What’s the best way to move and store a piano?

Move your keyboard instruments safely

 
How to store a TV

How to store a TV

Avoid these common mistakes when storing a TV

 
Five decluttering resolutions that really work

Five decluttering resolutions that really work

Get ready for a clutter-free new year with effective resolutions

 
Calm home for Christmas

Calm home for Christmas

Simple routines for a peaceful Christmas

 
A Japanese myth that will make you think twice about neglecting your stuff

A Japanese myth that will make you think twice about neglecting your stuff

In Japanese folklore possessions that are not well cared for can turn nasty

 
FIVE ideas for green gift wrap

FIVE ideas for green gift wrap

Reduce your impact on the environment by tweaking your present wrapping habits

 
A woman indoors near a thermostat. She is wearing a parka with a fur-lined hood and blows on her hands to warm them.

Coping with a heating emergency

Survive a boiler crisis without melting down

 
A key fob shaped like a house with a heart cut out of it dangling from a key in a lock.

Securing your home

Make your home unattractive to burglars and thieves

 
Woman holding a toddler as she cleans a TV screen with a microfibre cloth.

How clean are your screens?

Don’t let grime, dust, smears and fingerprints ruin your screens

 
Woman who has stopped cleaning her home for a sneezing attack.

Are you allergic to your house?

If your allergy symptoms worsen at home a few simple steps will help

 
Storing garden furniture

Storing garden furniture

Keep your garden furniture in top condition by getting it ready for winter

 
Six stored items to bring out this autumn

Six stored items to bring out this autumn

Trevor Spink looks forward to autumn

 
What your cleaner wishes you would do

What your cleaner wishes you would do

These six tricks will help you get top value from your domestic help

 
Make Airbnb work for you

Make Airbnb work for you

Give your peer-to-peer holiday guests a five-star experience

 
Get your house ready for your new dog

Get your house ready for your new dog

Getting a dog is a life-changing event. Make it easier on your home with our tips

 
Pack your storage unit like a boss

Pack your storage unit like a boss

Make the most of the space in self-storage with our tips

 
Managing possessions when a loved one dies

Managing possessions when a loved one dies

Dealing with the clothes and personal items of a deceased loved one is part of the grieving process

 
Store your stuff while you travel

Store your stuff while you travel

Packing up your home to go travelling? Make the most of your storage unit

 
Putting footwear in a storage unit

Putting footwear in a storage unit

What’s the best way to prepare shoes and boots for storage?

 
Storing a mattress

Storing a mattress

Keep your mattress sleep-ready in storage

 
Is your donation habit burdening charities

Is your donation habit burdening charities?

How to donate domestic goods responsibly

 
How to store leather furniture

How to store leather furniture

What’s the best way to store leather furniture?

 
7 hacks for storing domestic goods long-term

7 hacks for storing domestic goods long-term

Long-term storage: best practice

 
Prepare your house for the school holidays

Prepare your house for the school holidays

Declutter your home for a happier summer break

 
Make room for your growing family

Make room for your growing family

A new baby is one of the biggest life changes but extra storage space can make your life as a new parent easier

 
Is lack of space spoiling your collection

Is lack of space spoiling your collection?

A collection, whether it’s Dinky toys, records or shoes should be a pleasure, but a lack of storage space can spoil the fun and make caring for it seem like a chore

 
Reduce wedding stress with extra room

Reduce wedding stress with extra room

Use self-storage to give yourself space in the run-up to your wedding

 
Leaving student accommodation

Leaving student accommodation

Manage your college kit with our handy tips

 
Moving your goods safely

Moving your goods safely

7 tips for a safe move into storage

 
Helping an elderly relative use storage

Helping an elderly relative use storage

Using storage when you are a carer

 
How to organise your stored items

How to organise your stored items

Use the space in your storage unit efficiently

 
What items are banned from storage

What items are banned from storage?

7 things you can’t keep in a self-storage unit

 
How to store kitchen appliances

How to store kitchen appliances

The best way to store a fridge, cooker and washing machine

 
Save money on packing materials

Save money on packing materials

Get best value by using free or cheap packing when you store your goods

 
Choose the right self-storage facility

Choose the right self-storage facility

To get the most out of your storage unit, it’s vital to ensure it meets your needs

 
Five advantages of decluttering

Five advantages of decluttering

Keeping some of your possessions in storage will improve your life

 
Downsizing for retirement

Downsizing for retirement

How to use a storage unit when you move to a smaller home

 
Have you got a treasure trove in storage

Have you got a treasure trove in storage?

What saleable items are you storing?

 
Winter items to store now

Winter items to store now

Make self-storage part of your spring cleaning routine

 
How can I keep my storage costs down

How can I keep my storage costs down?

Six ways to reduce your self-storage costs

 
Protect your possessions from pests

Protect your possessions from pests

Are you worried about pests damaging your stuff?

 
Prevent mildew in self-storage

Prevent mildew in self-storage

Don’t let mould spoil your stored items

 
What happens at a storage auction

What happens at a storage auction?

All about self-storage auctions

 
Can I insure my vehicle in storage

Can I insure my vehicle in storage?

All the information you need about storing vehicles

 
A man in a yellow shirt and white hat holding a chair in front of a storage unit.

Can I work in a storage unit?

What can you do and not do in your storage unit?

 
How much does storage cost

How much does storage cost?

What will storing my stuff cost?

 
Four new years resolutions to cut clutter

Four new year’s resolutions to cut clutter

Four easy ways to get excess possessions out of your home

 
Shurgard Fire at South Croydon

Shurgard Fire at South Croydon

Potentially one of biggest fires in self storage history....

 
Managing unwanted Christmas gifts

Managing unwanted Christmas gifts

Deal quickly with your unwanted gifts

 
5 Christmas gifts for people with a clutter problem

5 Christmas gifts for people with a clutter problem

What to get someone who has too much stuff

 
Clean sweep for Christmas

Clean sweep for Christmas

Your house is bigger than you think :   f ind the hidden space in your home this Christmas  

 
Clear out toys before Christmas

Clear out toys before Christmas

Are you dreading the influx of toys during the festive season? Follow these tips to give yourself some space

 
Get ready for cold conditions

Get ready for cold conditions

Are you prepared for snow?

 
A family enjoying their tidy hall

A well-ordered hall

These simple decluttering rules will keep your hall neat and functional

 
Tame your paper clutter

Tame your paper clutter

How long should I keep bank statements and other paperwork?

 
A home library organised on white box shelves with plenty of pleasing empty space

Get your books into storage

We used storage to help us properly enjoy our library

 
A clean and tidy car interior, backseat

Tidy your car like a ninja

Here are my top tips to keep a well-ordered car

 
A classy brown shed with windows and a welcoming open door

It’s time to put summer away

Put your summer kit into storage with our handy autumn checklist

 
A pile of clean summer clothes

How to store summer clothes

A round-up of tips for storing out-of-season garments

 
Tidy your car

Tidy your car

Why is it worth tidying your car?

 
Is your clutter dangerous

Is your clutter dangerous?

Get organised for safety’s sake

 
Zen and the art of bathroom maintenance

Zen and the art of bathroom maintenance

Keep your bathroom running as it should with a quick declutter  

 
Bulk buying

Bulk buying

How to store groceries in bulk

 
Work your spare room harder

Work your spare room harder

Earning cash from your spare room !

 
Enjoy your decluttered spare room

Enjoy your decluttered spare room

A useable spare room has many benefits

 
Storing your canoe

Storing your canoe

Self-storage allows Mike to enjoy owning his hand-built canoe.

 
Why should I hang on to my CDs

Why should I hang on to my CDs?

Should I get rid of all my discs?

 
Papers photos and family history

Papers, photos and family history

Safe storage for the family archives

 
Guard against pests

Guard against pests

How to protect your stored clothes from moths

 
Make the most of your space

Make the most of your space

How can self-storage help you if you’re staying put?

 
Skis are better off in storage over summer

Skis are better off in storage over summer

The early May bank holiday is when I give up hope of one last ski trip before the season ends.

 
Upwardly mobile or not as the case maybe

Upwardly mobile or not as the case maybe....

A recent study indicated people were less likely to move house than they were some 30-40 years ago.

 
Store your books to sell your property

Store your books to sell your property

“I don’t mean to be rude,” said the estate agent, “but I have to turn sideways to get past the bookcases in your hall. And that’s a problem.”

 

Why do some Self Storage operators insist on a minimum sum insured ?

We have been contacted by a number of customers who have expressed their displeasure that some self storage companies insisted they insure their goods for a minimum of £ 1,000, as in the case with Safestore, or even £ 2,000 with some others, even if their goods are only worth £ 500 or so.

 

Record Month for Store & Insure

 

Self Storage company backs down

 

Moving House has never been so easy...

Store and Insure have teamed up with insure your move so to make sure when your moving house or expanding your home we have you covered for every eventuality.

 

Customer frustration grows towards self storage companies...

Several major self storage companies continue to frustrate customers by insisting they purchase self storage insurance through themselves rather than from an independent provider such as ourselves where the cover is wider and far more competitively priced.

 

Store & Insure continues to grow...

Store & Insure have seen continued growth in the first two months of 2017 as more and more customers see the benefit of their competitive online self storage insurance facility. 

 

Some self Storage companies will not accept your insurance !

We hear this sometimes from potential customers as a number of self storage companies will not allow their customers to purchase any other insurance policy apart from their own. They will use some nebulous excuse but, in essence, they are going against the rules and regulations of the Financial Conduct Authority.

 

storage insurance Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard

The Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard to which all their members have to meet certain criteria in able to use the Self Storage Association logo .

 

storage insurance Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard

The Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard to which all their members have to meet certain criteria in able to use the Self Storage Association logo .

 

Consumer Rights Act changes

The Consumer Rights Act which came into force last year affords far more protection to the consumer than ever before. No longer can a self storage provider apply excess hidden charges or should they damage or lose your goods simply walk away from their responsibility as a  'Bailee' for reward'

 

What the IPT increase means for customers

In the Autumn Statement, Philip Hammond stated Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) would be increased from 10% to 12% with effect from 1st June, 2017. This is the third IPT increase in two years.

 

Continued Expansion - Self storage market is on the up!

According to recent figures released by the Self Storage Association the number of new start up self storage companies is at an all time high.

 

Some self Storage companies will not accept your insurance !

We hear this sometimes from potential customers as a number of self storage companies will not allow their customers to purchase any other insurance policy apart from their own. They will use some nebulous excuse but, in essence, they are going against the rules and regulations of the Financial Conduct Authority.

 

Rate Comparisons - Caveat Emptor !

We are often asked how we able to provide far more competitive rates than those being offered by the self-storage companies and other online insurance providers.