1. Plan your storage space. Place those items that you may

    need to access often in the front. Allow for walk-ways.

 

2. List contents of boxes on all four sides and number the

    boxes.

 

3. Make up an inventory of your stored items by number and

    keep it in a safe place at home or in a safe deposit box.

 

5. CAUTION: Do not store anything COMBUSTIBLE (i.e. paint

    thinner, gasoline, solvents, paint, etc.)

 

6. Use uniform size boxes for easy stacking. Be sure your

    boxes are strong enough. It is best not to put too much in

    each box.)

 

7. Stack lighter boxes on top of heavier boxes.

 

8. Dishes and glass should be wrapped in paper and packed

    in sturdy boxes. Stack item on top.

 

9. Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard,

    marked "FRAGILE" and stacked end up.

 

10. Furniture drawers can be utilized as storage places for

      pictures, knickknacks, china, silverware, small items, etc.

      Wrap them in table cloths, towels or blankets to prevent

      breakage.

 

11. Larger appliances make excellent "packing cases" for

      blankets, towels, table cloths and clothes.

 

12. Shovels, hoes, rakes and hoses can be stored together in

      empty trash cans. Stack extra cans inside one another.

 

14. Sofas and love seats can be stored on end to save space.

      Always place a protective cover under the item on the

      floor. Cushions should be wrapped in plastic and placed

      on top.

 

15. Cover stuffed furniture with plastic to protect against

      dust.

 

16. If you stand mattresses on their side, "prop" them up so

      they stand straight. (they may tend to bend out of shape

      and become lumpy.) It is best to store mattresses flat on

      top of stacked boxes or furniture.

 

17. Do not store perishable items (flour, potatoes, candy,

      etc.)

 

19. Do not place heavy or sharp objects on top of upholstered

      furniture.

 

20. Always use a good quality lock on your door.