Follow these valuable tips to keep your clothes and shoes in perfect condition while they are in our storage units.
1. Clean and dry
- Wash each garment well before storing it. This eliminates invisible stains, sweat or residues that can cause odors or attract insects.
- Avoid using strong bleaches or softeners, they can leave residues that yellow clothes over time.
- Make sure they are completely dry, humidity inside a box can generate mold or bad smell.
2. Repair before storing
A loose button? Something torn? Fix it before packing. This way you'll prevent the damage from getting worse over time. Spending a few minutes sewing saves you double the work later. Your future self will thank you and your clothes will stay in better condition.
3. Choose well where to pack
- Cardboard boxes: Alternate heavy garments at the bottom, soft ones on top.
- Wardrobe boxes (for hanging): ideal for dresses, suits, delicate clothing.
- Plastic boxes: useful against humidity, but don't use them for long because they don't let clothes breathe.
- Fabric bags (linen or cotton): perfect for delicate clothing like baby clothes.
4. Control humidity and bad odors
Add anti-humidity or silica bags in the boxes to keep the interior dry, between clothes and shoes. They repel insects and leave a good smell.
5. Clean and dry shoes
Wash them, dry them well and put paper or clean socks inside so they don't get flattened.
6. Preserve the shape
Fill shoes with paper so they don't deform. Don't use newspaper, which can stain your shoes.
7. Classify by type of footwear
Store by categories (daily use, occasional, formal, etc.), this way you find quickly what you're looking for and reduce damage.
Strong containers for shoes:
Store shoes in resistant plastic boxes, better if they are transparent so they can be seen without opening. Cardboard boxes get wet easily.