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The Basics of Furniture Storage

Understanding the basics of furniture storage, such as wrapping and ventilation can keep your

furniture in pristine condition in the storage unit.

A chip or a scratch here and there can ruin a

furniture’s appearance as well as its value.

Before and during storage, all furniture deserves great care and extra level of attention to ensure its

protection. For instance, storing a wooden furniture improperly can easily lead to mold growth or

warping. Hence, follow these best practices for storing your furniture in a storage unit.

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more tips below!

Wooden Furniture

-proper covering for furniture for extra protection and reduce dust

-cover with fabric during transport to prevent any scratches

-to keep the wood moisturized to prevent warping, polish them with the appropriate oil or wax

-place fabric covering the furniture to shield them from each other

-remove table legs, headboards, footboards, drawers, and stack them between towels for added

protection

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ep the screws and nuts in labeled baggies

-use shrink wrap to protects your furniture from wood-burrowing insects and rodents

Upholstered Furniture

-polish, wipe antibacterial cleaner and wax leather furniture to keep moisture out and reduce the

possibility of mold or mildew

-store them in a plastic covering

-store them on wood pallets to help with airflow

-don’t stack other items on them if possible

Fragile furniture

-disassemble any furniture that can be taken apart, make them easier to move and help prevent

damage

-wrap blankets around edges and corners of furniture

Electronic appliances

-polish metal furnishings made from brass, silver or nickel to prevent oxidation

-store electronics and televisions in their original packaging

-wrap cords in bubble wrap and store them along with electronic devices

-fill empty spaces in each box with bubble wrap or foam peanuts

Knowing a few basics of furniture storage bring huge benefits to your items.

Moomtaz

Self Storage

has numerous units and packing supplies at

Bandar Mahkota Cheras.