Packing Materials

Before storing decide which items you will need access to the most, then position these items at the front of your unit, near the door.
Make your goods easier to locate by labelling or numbering each box. This system can help make up an inventory of your stored items which you can keep safe at home
Use good quality storage boxes and fill them to capacity to avoid them tipping or collapsing – Capital sell a full range of cardboard boxes.
We also sell bubble wrap which can be used to protect all your fragile items, including dishes, pictures, mirrors, glasses and even table legs!
Make your unit more cost-effective by achieving a good stacking base – always position heavy or bulky items in the unit first and stack similar sized boxes together.
Stack correctly to utilise the maximum space available and stack chairs seat to seat separated with bubble wrap.
Ventilation is important when storing your items - leave refrigerator and freezer doors open for ventilation (please defrost fully before storing at Capital!).
Avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls.
Wardrobe boxes are great for temporarily storing your clothes on hangers which help keep their shape and avoid creasing. These are also available at Capital.
Pack heavy items into small boxes making them easier to lift and mark ‘fragile’ on any boxes containing breakable items.
Please clean any garden equipment before storing.
Do not place heavy items on sofas or mattresses.