When placing belongings in personal storage to save space in your home, it may be necessary to store items of practical everyday use, as well. Extra lightbulbs are good to have available, but due to their fragility, they need special care before going into storage. Here are a few tips for keeping your stored lightbulbs safe.

A Guide to Lightbulb Storage

1. Clear Plastic Bins

Plastic bins come in a variety of sizes and can accommodate many different types of lightbulbs. Clear bins also allow you to easily see what is inside when you need a fresh bulb, saving you the hassle of opening and closing several different boxes to find the right size.

2. Bubble Wrap

Wrap loose bulbs in bubble wrap to protect them from accidental breakage. While all lightbulbs are made of glass and can benefit from added protection, this precaution is especially useful for smaller bulbs, as they are made of even thinner and more delicate glass. 

3. Egg Cartons

Old egg cartons are the perfect shape and size for storing small- to medium-sized lightbulbs. They can also be written on with a standard marker, helping you keep track of the type of bulb and wattage in each carton. As an added bonus, you're keeping egg cartons out of landfills, thereby helping the environment.

4. Ornament Organizers

Ornament boxes have built-in holders that come in many different sizes, so it's usually a simple matter to find one with just the right-sized compartments for your lightbulbs. These built-in holders keep the bulbs from rolling around inside the box, and much like the egg carton solution, you can take a marker to the top and write down the size and wattage of the bulbs inside.

If you're looking for good storage solutions, contact Arctic Storage at Midtown. Proudly serving Anchorage since 1977, this storage company offers three locations within the city to choose from, including Foothills and Park Lane. They also offer free moving trucks across their downtown, midtown, northern, and northeastern areas. Visit them online to learn about their competitive pricing and low monthly rates, or call (907) 563-3342 to secure your own personal storage.