Packing Tips CAUTION - - DO NOT STORE ANYTHING COMBUSTIBLE SUCH AS GASOLINE, PAINT, SOLVENTS. DRAIN GASOLINE FROM ALL LAWN MOWERS AND TOOLS. DO NOT STORE ANY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL OF ANY KIND. WE DO NOT ALLOW IT. Insure your items. The goods you place in storage spaces are the sole responsibility of you, their owner. Items are not insured by Gulf Coast Storage. Check with your insurance agent for coverage or ask us for a referral. Plan your storage space. Place frequently used items near the door and leave a walkway to the rear of the space. Make an inventory of your stored items and keep it in a safe place. Number each box on all four sides and match the inventory list with the box number. Make sure your boxes are strong enough for the contents. Use boxes of equal size. Don't put too much weight in each box. Stack them shoulder high. Seal the boxes with plastic tape. Stack the heavier boxes on the bottom. Put plastic sheeting or wooden slats under the boxes especially next to the door. This will prevent moisture from entering the boxes on the floor. Don't store heat sensitive item such as plants or candles. Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in mirror crates and marked fragile. Furniture and drawers can be utilized as storage for small items. Wrap them in towels, tablecloths, or blankets to prevent breakage. Shovels, rakes, and hoses can be stored in trash cans. Extra cans will stack inside each other. Cover furniture with covers to protect against dust. Place valuable items in boxes toward the rear of the unit. 10 x 5 Storage Unit This unit will hold small furniture such as a chest of drawers, several boxes and small items. Another rule of thumb is a 6 x 8 trailer will hold the same amount as a 5 x 10 unit. 10 x 10 Storage Unit This unit will hold the standard furnishings from a one bedroom apartment with a refrigerator or washer and dryer, plus boxes and small items. Another rule of thumb is a 15 foot moving van will hold the same amount as a 10 x 10 unit. 10 x 20 Storage Unit This unit will hold the standard furnishings from a two or three bedroom apartment/home with appliances, many boxes, and extras. A car or truck will also fit. Another rule of thumb is a 24 foot moving van will hold the same amount as a 10 x 20 unit.
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