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Any tips for putting items into storage?

April 6th, 2009 4 Comments

I'm putting my household goods into storage for a little more than a year. Is there anything I should know to keep my furniture and electronics from harm? Anything that will stop working because I didn't use them, I want to make sure to give to someone else. Will my computer work? Will my couches [...]

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What are some good tips for bidding on abandoned storage units.?

April 5th, 2009 2 Comments

I want to learn how to bid on stuff left in storage units where the people quit paying the rent. Anyone experienced in this area? I've been to a few of these auctions. Generally, the condition of the unit dictates whether I bid or not. The manager opens the door, and if everything is tossed [...]

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Storage tips needed for a lcd tv?

April 4th, 2009 1 Comment

ok I have a lcd tv screen and I have to move. Yet I doubt I have room for the tv at the new place. I have a storage unit but I need to know any tips or things I should know about storing this tv. thanx When storing avoid extremes of cold, heat & [...]

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Tips for using storage units without climate control??

April 3rd, 2009 4 Comments

My husband is deploying we just have a little over a week to have everything packed and into the storage place that we already paid for which is not climate controlled. Any tips on storing our items in this unit?? Our items would be in there for 6-8 months. Any tips or advice on long [...]

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Any tips on placing items in storage??

April 2nd, 2009 6 Comments

My husband is being deployed & it will be our first time putting things in storage. Our items would be in storage from 6-8 months, Can you plz give me some tips such as what to use to keep bugs & rodents away? Also should I place all the original plastic packaging back on the [...]

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Any Tips on Public Storage for a 2 br Apt during the fall/winter months?

April 1st, 2009 1 Comment

I'm considering putting all of my things in storage in October for about 6 months. There are so many types of spaces avaialable…any recommendations to preserve the life of my household items (br set, lr set, kitchen appliances, tv, surround sound, computer, etc.)? Also specifications to look for when picking floor levels, ammenities, etc. Also, [...]

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Any tips on using the "Space Bag" vacuum storage bags for storing clothes?

March 31st, 2009 6 Comments

I bought some of those plastic "Space Bag" storage bags that you vacuum the air out of after you fill them up, for storing some clothes. Are there any tips you have for using them? Like is there any point to ironing clothes before you put them in? Does using the vacuum negatively impact the [...]

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Mustang storage tips for wintertime?

March 30th, 2009 2 Comments

I have an 07 mustang GT that i do not drive in the wintertime, and was wondering if anyone had some useful storage tips to keep everything in great shape? I currently have a coverall-style building set up for it, and don't do much other than use a fuel stabilizer and take the battery out. [...]

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Any storage or household tips to make neatening the home easier?

March 29th, 2009 2 Comments

I have alot of different things around my home and also this leads to clutter. Esp small items lying about. Is there a way to reduce clutter? Esp when I don't intend to buy anymore furniture eg cupboards at the moment for storage. Any ideas that don't cost alot of money how I can store, [...]

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Do you have any storage tips for someone moving into a TINY 400 sq-ft apt?

March 28th, 2009 6 Comments

autochik, the first thing that you do is get all your stuff together and as you are moving in you give it the use test. Haven't used or wore it for over a year: Throw away or give to Goodwill. Haven't used or wore it for six months, see above. You will be amazed at [...]

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