What to store and what to sell?

As you clean and organize different areas of your home or apartment, you're bound to find pieces of furniture that you may not have room for or don't currently need. Since furniture is typically large and takes up a lot of space, it can be difficult to decide its fate, especially if it's still in good condition.

The modern self storage unit has given consumers the convenience of storage without compromising the space in their home. And with the added benefits of optimal indoor climate, furniture pieces can better maintain their condition over time. Now you can realistically consider keeping large items even if space is limited at home.

So, store furniture or sell it?

Ask yourself the following questions to decide whether you want to store or sell your unused furniture:

Is it a family heirloom or an antique that I want to keep but don't have the space at home to store it?

Just because something has been passed down to you doesn't necessarily mean you have to display it, especially if you don't have space for it. If you've told yourself you have a sentimental attachment to something and don't want to part with it, or you plan to pass an item down in your family, hold on to it.

Can I see myself reusing this piece in my home when I rearrange the furniture of a room or when I move

Sometimes a piece of furniture you previously invested in may seem out of place when a room is rearranged, painted or updated. An expensive, dark, solid wood coffee table or leather couch you bought when you moved out of your parent's house may not quite fit with the freshly painted lemon walls and light decor of your living room.

If you're the type of person who renovates frequently, store that furniture for later use. Chances are, if you fell in love with a piece when you bought it, you'll want to keep it, especially if it required a significant financial investment.

Is it something worth giving to my child or another family member in the future when they move out?

Be sure to consider the condition of the piece if you have something you think your son or daughter might use when they either go to college or start out on their own. Essential items such as sofas, dressers, mattresses or bed frames that are in good condition can definitely be stored as valuables, as such items are not cheap to have if needed.

In addition, things that have not been well looked after can also be a good addition to a first-time shared apartment, where furniture is not usually well looked after. Slipcovers can be thrown on worn-out sofas, and run-down dressers can look like new with a fresh coat of paint.

The importance of climate control in a storage box

Climate-controlled storage boxes regulate humidity, which is extremely important when storing furniture. Extreme heat or cold or humidity can have a negative impact on your beloved furniture. Unlike a basement, attic or traditional storage unit where the climate can fluctuate, self storage boxes at MyBox can help prevent wood from warping or cracking and fabrics from smelling bad

If in doubt, store.

Furniture that you really love or think you will have real use for in the future, either for yourself or for others, is definitely worth keeping. Whether you're a frequent renovator, have kids going to college or just want to keep a family heirloom, storing furniture in a self storage unit at MyBox ensures that items stay close at hand and frees up space in your home.