How To Pack Your Winter Clothes And Prepare For Summers?

With warm summers approaching and hopefully the weather really picking up, we are looking forward for exciting things .For me the impending wardrobe clearout approaches, making way for summer, whilst I (finally) pack away autumn and winter.

Let’s be honest, the weather can be erratic so I don’t intend to put all my winter woollies away ( I leave 1 or 2 out), but I’d like to make some space .

So how to go about this task? How do I best preserve my winter clothing in terms of packing and storage in Haringey.

• It may seem obvious but cleaning our clothes is essential. I don’t want to pack away a jumper only to find in another 7 to 8 months there is a huge stain on it. Wash and dry your clothes thoroughly to ensure longevity in the packing and safe keeping of your clothing.

• In all honesty, this is also a good time to get rid of something that has had its day – no need to keep that sweater with holes all over it for another rainy day.

• There are lots of ways to pack and store clothing. Personally, I prefer to put them in an unused suitcase or vacuum pack bags (they save vast amount of space) which can be stored in a cool dry place.

• Moth balls can be used for storing clothes but cedar blocks or lavender filled bags smell so much better.

• Remember to allow space for your clothing to breathe without letting in room for trapped moisture – which will essentially ruin them. Heavier items can be hung, but on plastic or wood hangers ( no metal which aids in distortion of clothing) and covered in garment bags if you choose.

• Keep clothing in a cool dry place as mentioned before. Make sure the area is s clean or not easily exposed to heat, and somewhere dark means a lesser risk of fading. Also, remember that wetness will attract insects and mildew so being dry is a must.

• The same can be done for larger duvets and blankets as the weather picks up in the summer ( I hope).

Once in a while, I like to check on my clothing. Hopefully, by following the above tips they will stay in good condition, but it may be an idea to check or give them an air on a hot sunny day.

Tips For Self Storage And Packing

Self storage is great for various reasons but importantly it means your possessions are stored safe and away from damage. Depending on your budget and possessions you want to make the most of your storage space.
Below are a few tips on how to get the best out of your storage space and how to store furniture.

SOFAS
Store sofas on their ends (upright) to maximize the storage space, you can purchase sofa packing to preserve your sofa better. An alternative is old sheets or packing blankets. Keep sofas away from sharp objects or anything that may leak color so as not to damage them.

BEDS and Mattresses 
Like your sofa, stand your mattress upright to ensure you maximize your space, and again packing bags (specifically for mattresses) are great for long term preservation. Disassemble your bed and store nuts and bolts in a small sandwich bag so they are all together. If you kept the instructions and warranty keep them with it too so it’s easy to find. Wrap the frames in blankets or bubble wrap.

Mirrors
Frames, mirrors or anything as such should be stored and marked fragile. Keep them upright and protect the corners with cardboard. Where required use bubble wrap to protect glass.

TV or Media equipment
Most electronic items like a TV are very expensive and you want to ensure they are thoroughly protected and padded up to avoid damage.

Tables and Chairs 
If they disassemble then store as you would your bed. Otherwise your best bet is to store chairs upside on a strong table.

Drawers – (bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, dressers)
These are great as you can use the drawers to store smaller items and then wrap the whole dresser with stretchy plastic so the drawers stay closed ( especially whilst moving)and protected. Also you can store smaller items stacked on top.

Think about how best to preserve your possessions. Essentially you’re storing them so you can use them again. Protect corners and edges as objects can get easily chipped and broken on the move. Make sure you possessions are dry so mold does not build up and consider the best way to allow air flow where possible by using blankets rather than plastic.

Speak to the self storage companies in London for the best methods to store your possessions.