The XtraSpace Blog
Top 6 Items that South Africans Put in Self-Storage
South Africa’s self-storage market is the fifth largest in the world. That means a lot of South Africans are storing their belongings in purpose-built self-storage units. At XtraSpace SelfStorage, we’re proud to be among the leaders in the country’s self-storage industry, with a decade of... Read more
Long-Term Furniture Storage: Tips and Tricks
Furniture is one of the types of items that people most commonly need to store. Whether you’re moving home, renting out space or have recently bought new items, you may need furniture like couches, dining room tables, beds, wardrobes, cabinets and more out the way until you’re ready to rehouse,... Read more
Storage Near O.R. Tambo Airport: A Look Around our Kempton Park Branch
Our XtraSpace, Kempton Park branch provides secure, affordable self-storage, less than a 10-minute drive from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Although it’s just a stone’s throw from Africa’s busiest airport and close to both the R21 and R24 highways, the branch is in a leafy, peaceful area,... Read more
How to Increase the Value of Your Home: Tips Based on Your Budget
Tips on how best to increase the value of your home, based on the budget you have available.Read more
How to Pack and Move a Large Mirror
From the experts, advice on how to pack and move a large mirror.Read more
Storing Vintage Clothing and Costumes
Expert tips for storing vintage clothing and costumes so they don’t get damaged.Read more
How to Store Wooden Furniture
Wooden furniture is aesthetically pleasing and practical, but it also demands proper care if you want it to last. This applies during storage too. Store a hard wood table, chairs or sideboard incorrectly and there's a good chance the wood will dry out, crack, discolour and even warp. Instead,... Read more
6 Airbnb Hosting Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Increasing numbers of South African homeowners are earning extra income through Airbnb, but this isn’t without its challenges. Know what to expect going in – and have strategies in place for handling commonly experienced issues – and you’ll be better equipped to run a successful Airbnb business. 1... Read more
How to Move and Store an Oven
A gas or electrical oven is a heavy, bulky appliance, and could injure you, others, your flooring, walls or doors and the vehicle you load it into if anything goes awry. The oven itself may also be damaged. Accordingly, moving an oven is a job that’s best left to a professional removals company or... Read more
Step by Step: What's Involved in Buying a Home
In May, we outlined steps and key considerations associated with selling a home . This month, we consider the process from the perspective of a buyer. Because buying a home involves a significant investment and, for most people, a long-term commitment to repaying a bond, it can be a stressful... Read more
