How to Store Summer Items
It’s time to store summer items away. But what if you don’t have enough space in your home or garage? Self-storage is a great option that allows you to keep your belongings safe and secure until next season. Here are some tips on how best to store your summer items:
Take care of your patio furniture and cushions.
One of the best ways to make sure your patio furniture is ready for action next summer is to take care of it now. The right storage will help extend the life of your patio furniture, keeping it in good condition and ready for use when you need it again.
- Store your furniture where air can circulate freely around the cushions and frame to keep them cool and dry. Avoid storing in areas that are too hot or damp as this could lead to mold growth or corrosion on metal pieces like metal frames or legs.* Covering cushions with plastic will also help protect them from moisture exposure, which can damage foam fillings over time.* To avoid storing patio furniture outside during winter months, consider bringing cushions inside if possible. If not, try placing them in an unheated garage or shed if available; otherwise, store them at room temperature out of direct sunlight.* Finally—and most importantly—use a cover on all exposed surfaces to protect against water damage caused by rain exposure during storage periods
Store your summer clothing properly.
- Store your summer clothing properly. When you’re not wearing it, keep your summer clothes in a cool, dry place—the attic or basement work well. Avoid storing them in the garage or other warm spots where they can get mildewed. If you have moths, use mothballs to prevent them from eating your sweaters and T-shirts.
Clean, dry and repair your garden equipment.
Clean and dry your garden equipment.
- Wash off dirt, grime and dust using a damp sponge and soap.
- Make sure to clean the blade of your lawn mower before storing it away for the winter.
- Clean out your leaf blower thoroughly and make sure to check for any damage to the engine or housing so that you can repair it before next spring.
Keep your summer cleaning equipment in good shape.
When it comes to keeping your summer cleaning equipment in good shape, you have three options: clean it, dry it and store it.
- Cleaning is the first step and means taking all of your pieces apart and giving them a thorough scrub down with soap and water. Then make sure they’re completely dry before putting them back together again.
- Drying involves leaving them out in the sun to air dry or placing them on top of a radiator or other heat source that’s not too hot (you don’t want to melt anything!) until they’re completely dry. This will help prevent mold from growing inside your equipment over time.
- Finally, repair any rips or tears by using duct tape as needed—or if there are too many holes for duct tape alone to fix, then sew up those areas with a needle and thread instead!
Drain water from lawn maintenance equipment and motors.
Drain water from lawn maintenance equipment and motors.
- Drain the gas tank.
- Clean out the air filter.
- Clean spark plugs.
- Clean battery terminals, checking that all hoses are secure and in good condition.
Cover and store pool toys, noodles and inflatables.
Cover and store pool toys, noodles and inflatables.
Inflatable rafts, boogie boards and other large items should be covered with a large plastic bag or tightly closed box to protect against dust and dirt. You can also cover them with blankets or towels to keep the surfaces from getting scratched up. Store these items in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources such as radiators or fireplaces.
Use self storage for large items such as grills, ladders or canoes, kayaks and bicycles.
If you have large items that will not fit in your garage or shed, consider self storage. Items like grills, ladders and canoes, kayaks and bicycles can be stored easily in a self storage unit.
Self storage is also a good option for seasonal items such as lawn mowers or rakes that you don’t want to put away until the following season. You can store these items inside a climate-controlled unit so they’re protected from damage by moisture or sun exposure during the off-season months.
There are plenty of ways to store your summer items before the colder months arrive. We hope these tips will help you get ready for winter and make the most of your home storage space. If you have any questions or want more information about how we can help, please give us a call!
