PREPARING FOR HOLIDAY STORAGE: HOW TO STORE DECORATIONS & GIFTS SAFELY

Holiday Storage


Modern Storage West Little Rock
October 3rd, 2024


Storing Holiday Items
The holiday season brings joy, festivities, and an abundance of decorations and gifts. However, after the celebrations, the challenge of storing everything safely begins. Proper storage is crucial to ensuring your cherished holiday items stay in excellent condition, ready for next year’s celebrations. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to store your holiday decorations, gifts, and more effectively—with some help from Modern Storage®.
1. Sort and Declutter
Before packing, take the time to sort through your decorations and gifts. This is the perfect opportunity to declutter and donate items you no longer need. Create three distinct piles:
  • Keep: Items you love and will use again.
  • Donate/Sell: Decorations or gifts in good condition that no longer fit your style or needs.
  • Trash: Broken or worn-out items that can't be repaired.
Sorting ahead of time reduces clutter and ensures you’re only storing what matters most.

2. Clean Before You Store
Dust off ornaments, wipe down surfaces, and wash any fabric items such as tablecloths or stockings before storage. This prevents dirt, dust, and mold from building up while in storage. A little extra care now will ensure your decorations are fresh and ready when you retrieve them next holiday season.

3. Label Everything and Use Quality Packing Materials
Effective labeling is essential for hassle-free holiday storage. Label each box or bin with specific descriptions like "Christmas Lights," "Ornaments," or "Gift Wrapping Supplies." This helps you find items quickly when you need them.
Investing in quality packing materials is also crucial:
  • Plastic Bins: Opt for clear, lidded bins to easily see the contents. These durable containers protect against moisture and pests.
  • Bubble Wrap & Tissue Paper: Use bubble wrap for fragile ornaments and tissue paper for delicate decorations to prevent damage and breakage.

At Modern Storage®, we provide climate-controlled units that protect your items from moisture and temperature fluctuations, ensuring that even your most fragile holiday decorations remain in top condition.

4. Store Gifts Wisely
If you purchase gifts in advance, storing them correctly is important to avoid damage before the big day.
  • Keep Receipts: Always store receipts with the gifts in case of returns or exchanges.
  • Temperature Control: Ensure your storage unit maintains a stable temperature to prevent damage to electronics or sensitive gifts.
  • Separate Fragile Gifts: Use bubble wrap or tissue paper to protect fragile gifts, and keep them in clearly marked bins.

Choosing Modern Storage® for your holiday gift storage means your presents will stay safe in our pest-free, climate-controlled units, keeping everything fresh and secure for gift-giving.

5. Utilize Vertical Space
Maximize your storage space by using vertical shelving and stacking bins securely. Place heavier items at the bottom and lighter, more delicate items on top. With Modern Storage®, you'll have a variety of unit sizes to choose from, allowing you to select a unit that accommodates all your holiday essentials while still leaving room to move around.

6. Keep an Inventory
Maintain an inventory list of all items stored. This can be a simple spreadsheet or a physical checklist, documenting the contents of each box. Not only will this save you time, but it will also help keep track of your holiday décor and gifts over the years.

7. Choose the Right Storage Unit
Selecting the right storage unit is essential for keeping your holiday items in perfect condition. At Modern Storage®, we provide a variety of storage solutions tailored to meet your needs:
  • Climate-Controlled Units: For decorations and gifts that are sensitive to temperature or humidity, our climate-controlled units offer the perfect solution.
  • Multiple Sizes: Whether you need space for a few decorations or several large bins, we offer storage units in various sizes to fit your needs—without wasting space.
  • Top-Notch Security: Our facilities are equipped with 24/7 video surveillance, individual unit alarms, and gated access, ensuring your holiday treasures are safe year-round.

8. Easy Access and Organization
Plan for how often you’ll need access to your holiday items. If there are decorations or gifts you use frequently, place those near the front of your unit for easy retrieval. Grouping items by type or holiday will further simplify the process.

With Modern Storage®, we offer extended gate access hours so you can get to your items when it’s most convenient for you, whether it’s early morning or late evening.

Storing holiday decorations and gifts doesn’t have to be a stressful task. By sorting, cleaning, and using proper packing techniques, you can ensure your items remain in excellent condition. With the added benefits of a secure, climate-controlled environment at Modern Storage®, your holiday essentials will be safely stored and ready for the next season of celebration. Whether you’re protecting fragile ornaments, bulky decorations, or pre-purchased gifts, Modern Storage® offers the convenience, security, and flexibility you need to make holiday storage a breeze. Happy storing—and we’ll see you just in time for the holidays!

Storage Blog