The XtraSpace Blog
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
XtraSpace, Ecobox and SpaceBox Team Up to Deliver Meals
On 28 June, staff from XtraSpace, Ecobox and SpaceBox joined forces, participating in a vetkoek and mince cook-off for Meals on Wheels. Our team prepared and packaged a total of 300 meals. Then we had the pleasure of handing out the meals and interacting with the people at the Ebenezer Hannah Home... Read more
How to Store a Surfboard or Windsurfer
Ocean activities are fun and exhilarating. But when the seasons change, finding an appropriate indoor storage space for your surfboard or windsurfing gear can be a challenge. The size and scale of the equipment means that it's not simply a matter of stashing it in an unused corner of your home. The... Read more
Run a Business from Home? How Self-Storage Can Help
More and more South Africans are opting to run their own businesses . From the vendors selling their wares on the street to one-person travel, IT, publishing, financial services and retail operations online, home-based businesses are already a major driver of the economy. Issues with running a... Read more
Interesting Statistics: Just How Big is the Self-Storage Industry?
Self-storage was a relatively unknown concept a few decades ago. Today, it’s used in almost every country in the world and is a multi-billion dollar industry. The self-storage industry in South Africa Massive growth in the South African self-storage industry has led to a boom in self-storage... Read more
How to Store Grilling and Braai Equipment
South Africa's braai season is fast heading to a close. Within the next month or so, it’s likely there will be a lot less call for portable outdoor cooking stations, like Webers, charcoal braais and stainless steel gas grillers. Grill and braai storage tips To keep braai and grill equipment in... Read more
Converting a Garage to Create a Living Space: What to Consider
In cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, homeowners are finding cost-effective ways of increasing their living space – and garages are first in line for a makeover. A standard garage is typically big enough to be converted into an extra bedroom, a games room, a home cinema or a workshop... Read more
