The XtraSpace Blog
7 Clever Tips for Storing Craft Items
Whether you're a creative craftsperson or have school kids, craft items can quickly accumulate in the home. Add beads, bauble and strands of twine and ribbon to paints, pens, glues and glitter, and there’s the potential for craft-induced chaos. To ensure your living space is always neat and... Read more
9 Clever Ways to Add More Storage Space to a Small Home
Even the smallest of homes include various nooks, crannies and other overlooked areas that can be used for extra storage space. We consider some of the ways you can make these spaces work to your advantage. 1. Corner shelving Corner shelving can be installed between two doorways, for example to... Read more
Simple Ways to Free Up Space on Your iPhone
It's not just homes and offices that get cluttered and need more space. Often space of the digital variety is also at a premium. A common complaint among iPhone users is a lack of storage space, usually attributed to large apps or too many photos. Unfortunately, space on your iPhone is not... Read more
Boat Storage Tips
If you have a boat, it pays to take some simple steps to ensure it remains clean, corrosion free and in perfect condition over the winter season, or whenever it's in storage. Exterior The exterior of a boat naturally takes a beating, with weather and water causing wear and tear. The best way to... Read more
Restaurants and Caterers: Making the Most of the Off-Season
It’s common for businesses to experience a quiet period at some point during the year. Unfortunately, the off season can be a particularly difficult time for restaurants and caterers, with declines in sales hurting cash flow and profitability. This means that if you want to survive off season, you’... Read more
What to Consider Before Becoming an Airbnb Host
The peer-to-peer renting culture has boomed over the past few years, with more and more people choosing to rent out their apartments, spare rooms or holiday homes over the internet to earn extra income. Renting out extra living space through Airbnb may seem like a quick and easy way to make money... Read more
Protecting Outdoor Furniture in Winter
Although it's designed to weather the elements, outdoor furniture isn't indestructible. Especially over winter, harsh conditions – including extreme temperature changes – take their toll and almost all types of outdoor furniture require care if you want them to last. Here’s how to keep wood, metal... Read more
How to Store Carpets and Rugs: Guidelines
Storing a carpet or rug may seem as simple as folding or rolling it and putting it out of sight. But carpets and rugs can crease, crack, fade and lose their shape if stored incorrectly. Carpets are prone to damage by water, mould and mildew, insects and direct sunlight. So, whether you’re storing a... Read more
XtraSpace SelfStorage Winter Specials
XtraSpace is running winter specials on self-storage units at selected XtraSpace branches. Rent any of the listed unit sizes at the applicable branches during June 2017 and you'll qualify for the discounted rental rate up to the end of September 2017. After September 2017, the rental rates will... Read more
How to Store Pool Inflatables and Toys
If you have a pool, chances are you own at least a few lilos, pool-noodles and pool toys. Keeping these items by the pool or on a shelf in a garage or shed is okay when you're using them frequently. However, leaving them lying around between summers can cause them to deteriorate. Make sure your... Read more