by Xtraspace | Dec 27, 2018 | How to Store
Simple but clever ways to store strings of Christmas lights, to avoid the dreaded tangles next year… Detangling the Christmas lights is something of a holiday tradition, but these strings of lights are surprisingly delicate. Tangles and knots can cause damage to...
by Xtraspace | Sep 12, 2018 | How to Store
From the experts, advice on how to pack and move a large mirror. Large mirrors are fragile items that can easily crack and shatter. They are also heavy, cumbersome and difficult to carry. If you’re intending to move a mirror, it’s a good idea to take some...
by Xtraspace | Sep 12, 2018 | How to Store
Expert tips for storing vintage clothing and costumes so they don’t get damaged. Vintage clothing and costumes are central to a surprising number of events, from film and live productions to school plays, weddings, themed parties and festivities surrounding special...
by Xtraspace | Sep 11, 2018 | How to Store
Find out how to prepare your fridge or bar fridge before storing it with a self-storage provider. Taking just a little time to prepare a fridge or bar fridge before storing it pays off in the long run. It will prevent damage to the fridge, and keep you from facing a...
by Xtraspace | Aug 13, 2018 | How to Store
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,...
by Xtraspace | Jul 4, 2018 | How to Store
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...
