Storage Space - Why Did I Not Think Of This Earlier?
We have no storage space. We have clutter everywhere. It's depressing.
Yes, I can think of ways to build storage. But that takes time AND when you're faced with clutter, clutter everywhere, it all seems overwhelming and you don't know where to start.
Our situation is complicated further because we may sell this house and we need to start gearing up for inspections.
So ... I've decided to put the clutter INTO STORAGE and pay for it.
Problem solved. Obviously, I'll try not to store anything that's rubbish but most of our clutter is books/pictures/slides so not rubbish.
Good for you. At least it'll make you start.. and you never know.. you might purge a lot of stuff at the same time and find you don't need storage after a while!
Have no idea on the cost yet Nelle and to be quite honest, I don't care.
Let me describe what I see when I survey my landscape
I have three Ikea Expedit bookcases (the 5x5 compartment ones), most of which are double stacked with books. On top of the bookcases, I have boxes and boxes of slides, framed pictures, gift wrap, kitchen stuff that won't fit in the pantry - all piled quite precariously. On top of another bookcase I have a printer (GREAT, convenient spot for a printer!) and a scanner and various other stuff. I have two filing cabinets. One in the living area which also has a pile of books and magazines on it that won't fit anywhere else. I have magazine holders on top of the microwave. I have saucepan lids sitting in stubby boxes. In the hallway, I have another filing cabinet with a baby bath sitting on top of it and a hallway table with a pramseat under it.
Self storage is great when thinking of moving. Saved us when we first renovated and then sold the house. Just one tip get the heavy duty boxes, yes they cost more, but take the stacking much better without buckling. Also if you have uniform box sizes you can fit more into a storage unit.
Storage Space - Why Did I Not Think Of This Earlier?
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