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If you're using a portable storage container to store furniture, you may be concerned about damage during transport. And that's totally understandable; furniture can be one of the most expensive items in a home - of course, you don't want anything to happen to it.
Published: February 03, 2022
If you’re using a portable storage container to store furniture, you may be concerned about damage during transport. And that’s totally understandable; furniture can be one of the most expensive items in a home – of course, you don’t want anything to happen to it.
UNITS Moving and Storage Durham is here to offer some practical tips that will help keep your furniture damage-free while in storage.
The first step you will want to take to prep your furniture for storage is to clean them. You need to remove any dirt, grime, or sticky residue.
By doing so, you’re ensuring nothing will become caked on while it’s stored away, making it hard to remove later. It’s a great way to help keep your furniture looking pristine.
Your favorite cleaner and a rag should get the job done.
After cleaning the furniture, you will want to start taking preemptive measures to avoid dings, scratches, and broken glass.
We recommend using materials such as moving blankets and old linens in bedding to wrap your furniture. That will help prevent damage during the transport phase.
You should also consider covering your mattresses and boxsprings with plastic. That will help keep allergens from setting into the fabric and fibers.
The way you place the furniture in the container matters. It won’t only help protect your belongings, it will also allow you to get the most out of your container.
We suggest starting by putting heavier and studier pieces towards the back, and then placing lighter and softer items on top. That will help prevent shifting.
Anytime you see a space or gap, it’s best to place an item there. The less movement during transport, the safer your belongings will be.
And lastly, you will want to place the items you want to access easily towards the front of the container. Mattresses are a good option, as they can help add cushion to the container and prevent scratches on your furniture.
If you need help finding high-quality packing materials for your move, look no further! These Durham retailers will have everything you need.
Ace Hardware
4711 Hope Valley Rd #1J
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 493-5722
Lowe’s Home Improvement
117 William Penn Plaza
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 620-8579
Harbor Freight Tools
2000 Avondale Dr # 104
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 220-2479
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