Organizing Seasonal Items
With the number of fun holidays celebrated each year, it’s normal to have an abundance of decorations, garlands, Halloween costumes, beach towels, and even front-yard decorations. These seasonal items are great candidates for a self storage unit.
With a storage unit, you can keep your space organized and switch decor as the seasons change without boxes overflowing in every closet. Read on to learn how self storage can help you reclaim your home from seasonal belongings year-round!
Why Seasonal Storage Matters for Home Organization
Sports equipment, inflatable pool toys, ornaments, and lights for any season take up valuable space in your garage, attic, and closets. When it’s time to bring these items out, the house can transform, but when they are cluttering your space, it can feel overwhelming.
If you thrive in a tidy space, a self storage unit can make all the difference. Picture a garage that fits your car again or a closet that holds only this season’s clothes. Reducing visual clutter saves time, minimizes stress, and helps your home feel peaceful all year long.
How To Use Storage For Clothes
Beyond holiday costumes and beachwear, seasonal clothing storage for jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, boots, and warm sweaters can help keep your wardrobe neat. If you have a large collection of cowboy boots and hats you don’t want to get rid of, you can store them instead.
Some winter clothes storage best practices include:
- Wash and dry everything before storing. Even small stains or crumbs can attract pests like clothes moths.
- Choose breathable containers. Avoid cardboard or tightly sealed plastic boxes that trap moisture. Use breathable fabric garment bags instead.
- Opt for climate-controlled storage. The regulated temperatures of climate-controlled storage units shield delicate fabrics, leather boots, and accessories from heat damage.
How To Organize Holiday Decor Storage
Organize your storage unit by seasons to make retrieval simple. Create sections for each of the four seasons:
- Summer storage. For beach gear and Fourth of July decor
- Fall storage. For Halloween costumes and Thanksgiving supplies
- Winter storage. For heavy coats, blankets, and Christmas items
- Spring storage. For Easter figurines and garden decorations
Create a master inventory list when placing items in storage, in the form of a simple document or spreadsheet detailing what’s in each box. You can even add pictures of the boxes’ interiors to help save you time!
How To Protect Fragile Ornaments and Lights
To protect fragile ornaments and lights, we recommend wrapping each one individually with bubble wrapping and placing them in storage boxes with dividers designed for ornaments. You can also try making a DIY container.
For string lights, wrap the cord around a piece of cardboard to prevent any tangles. This can help save time when you’re bringing them back next year. Avoid shoving the string lights in a box, as it will create tangles!
How To Optimize Your Storage Unit For Seasonal Storage
Your storage unit shouldn’t be a dumping ground, but an extension of your home. Optimizing your space means maximizing room and creating a functional layout that makes retrieval easy.
Here’s how:
- Use vertical space by utilizing shelving.
- Place the items you will need frequently closest to the door.
- Clean everything before storage to prevent dirt and stains from causing damage.
- Label every box for easy retrieval.
- Place heavier items on the bottom.
Rent Holiday Storage With Overflow Garage
It’s time to stop tripping over pool noodles in November or dealing with holiday wreaths in July! By shifting your seasonal items to a dedicated storage unit, you can store what you love without sacrificing your living space. Overflow Garage offers flexible leases, a wide range of storage sizes, and a secure environment, making it easy to rotate your items as the calendar flips.
Contact us online and reclaim your garage, attic, and peace of mind. Explore our blog and packing tips for more storage advice.