Choosing the Right Size Self Storage Unit in Guthrie Oklahoma
If you've never used a self-storage unit, or what you need to store is a different size that you're used to, making the right choice can be difficult.
Here are some suggestions.
- Make a list of the items you plan to store, including furniture, appliances, and any additional items, including vehicles, or office equipment.
- Estimate the number of boxes you'll have, including kitchen items, clothing, files, books, and media.
- Don't forget to include unusual items that might require more space.
The information below is simply a guide to get an idea of what you need. We're always here for you to help with selecting the right space.
5x10
Suggestions On What Will Fit
Queen-sized mattress set, dresser, TV, and several boxes
Typical Uses
- Summer dorm storage
- Storing sporting gear, like surfboards, snowboards, or golf clubs
- Temporary storage while moving from one small apartment to another
10x10
What Will Fit?
Living Room (sofa, coffee table, chairs, bookshelves, etc.) and 2 full bedrooms (mattress sets, nightstands, dressers, etc.)
Typical Uses
- Storing large furniture and appliances
- Storing a motorcycle or jet ski
- Storing a small trailer, off-season
10x15
What Will Fit?
Three full bedrooms, plus boxes and extra furniture
Typical Uses
- Storing the contents of a large apartment or house
- Storing a small vehicle, cycle, scooter, or jet ski
10x20
What Will Fit?
Entire two bedroom house, including large furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, appliances, etc.) and several boxes
Typical Uses
- Storing the contents of a small house
- Storing cars and other vehicles
- Business storage
10x25
What Will Fit?
Entire two bedroom house, large furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, appliances, etc.) and many boxes
Typical Uses
- Storing the contents of a medium-sized house
- Storing cars and other vehicles
- Business storage, or inventory
10x30
What Will Fit?
Entire three bedroom house, including large furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, appliances, etc.) and boxes
Typical Uses
- Storing the contents of a home while moving from one house to the next
- Indoor vehicle storage with extra space
- Business storage for large equipment
10x40
What Will Fit?
Large house, including large furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, appliances, etc.) and boxes
Typical Uses
- Storing the contents of a large home while moving from one house to the next
- Indoor vehicle storage with extra space
- Business storage for large equipment, or large inventory
Here Are A Few Additional Tips When You're Moving
- Using sturdy moving boxes or heavy-duty plastic containers of uniform size can help with both the moving and storing process.
- Group your boxes by how fragile they are or how heavy they are.
- Place heavy boxes on the bottom of stacks, and place fragile boxes on the top.
- Be careful about stacking boxes more than four high.
- Don't forget that you can place boxes on top of furniture, bookcases, and more.
- Come visit us at A Double C Storage and we'll be glad to help you find the perfect spot!