Many people make the mistake of cramming anything they can into their storage units, though this often makes it difficult to find specific items later. If you’ve recently rented a storage unit or are rearranging yours, follow these tips to organize your boxes.

3 Best Practices for Keeping Boxes in Self-Storage

1. Leave a Pathway

Establishing a central path from the front to the back of your storage unit will ensure you can reach everything without climbing over boxes or moving items around.

Place painter’s tape before unloading to plan the layout. Even if you don’t anticipate a full unit, this step is still useful in case you add more items down the road.

When you’re ready to load the unit, put items you’re less likely to need, such as holiday decorations, in the back, and those you may need frequent access to in the front. 

2. Use the Same Size

Trying to fit different boxes together can be tricky to organize, so stick with one size. Get small or medium-sized moving boxes because they’re easy to stack and lift. If you must use different boxes, try to keep them together on opposite sides of the pathway.

3. Use Labels

Label every box before it goes into the unit to keep track of its contents. You can mark a number on the side that corresponds with a master list or write down all the contents of the box on the side. This step ensures you never have to dig around to find what you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for a storage solution in Honolulu, contact Ohana Self Storage. This locally owned facility has welcomed tenants since 2000 and offers personal units, vehicle storage, long-term options, as well as 24/7 monitoring and access. Explore their features on their website, or call (808) 841-6799 to inquire about renting a unit.