{"id":27189,"date":"2024-01-09T09:40:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-09T13:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=27189"},"modified":"2025-02-19T10:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:53:51","slug":"what-to-put-in-storage-when-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/what-to-put-in-storage-when-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Put in Storage and What NOT to Put in Storage When Moving"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/445\" width=\"690\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage.jpg\" alt=\"What items to place in storage when moving\" class=\"wp-image-41647 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-352215\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#What_to_put_in_storage_when_moving\">What to put in storage when moving<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Furniture\">Furniture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Seasonal_items\">Seasonal items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Large_household_appliances\">Large household appliances<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Files_and_documents\">Files and documents<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Books_and_magazines\">Books and magazines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Collectibles_and_artwork_pieces\">Collectibles and artwork pieces<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_NOT_to_put_in_storage_when_moving\">What NOT to put in storage when moving<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Food_items\">Food items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Plants\">Plants<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Animals_Pets\">Animals (Pets)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Dangerous_items,_including_guns\">Dangerous items, including guns<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Wet_or_scented_items\">Wet or scented items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#High-value_items\">High-value items<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Stolen_items\">Stolen items<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving from one home to another is a highly transitional period in life &#8211; an interim stage in which you\u2019ll need to decide what to do with the various furniture pieces you own, the number of household appliances, and all the personal belongings you\u2019ve accumulated through the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve sorted out your things and got rid of anything you no longer want, like, or need (<a href=\"\/move\/how-to-declutter-before-moving\/\">decluttering your home<\/a> is key), you may still be left with too many items that you can\u2019t possibly fit in the new home, at least not at the time of moving into it. That\u2019s especially true when you\u2019re downsizing &#8211; that is, moving into a smaller home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, your new home may be in the middle of a renovation project, you may be moving temporarily to another place to work or study, including abroad, or you may be merging all the stuff from two households into one (in case of moving in with your loved one).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why temporary storage can be a good solution for you? In all those cases, renting a storage unit to keep the things you don\u2019t need at the moment, but still wish to hold on to for the time being, can prove to be a good practical solution in case of insufficient storage space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, a storage unit is just like having an extra storage room at your disposal, only that room happens to be outside the new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When used sensibly and wisely, a (self-) storage unit can provide you with a great storage solution when you\u2019re moving out of one home and moving into another one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, naturally, the question of what to put in storage and what NOT to put in storage when moving will soon occupy your mind, causing you additional stress during an already stressful move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to learn what things to place in storage &#8211; a list of the most common items in storage units. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, get more information about the things you should never put into a storage unit, and why (usually for safety reasons).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What_to_put_in_storage_when_moving\">What to put in storage when moving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Deciding what to keep and what to discard when moving out can be harder than you think. Once you\u2019ve gone through the must-take and will-leave lists, you\u2019ll be left with a number of household items that you won\u2019t be sure what to do with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes the stress of having to make those decisions right there on the spot may be too much to bear. So, keeping your undecided belongings in a safe place, usually accessible 24\/7, is a good way to reduce the stress of moving as it gives you more time to make the right decisions later when you\u2019ve already moved into your new place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, it\u2019s not a secret that extreme time pressure can often lead to bad decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you make an informed decision, here\u2019s what you should put in storage, whenever needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Furniture\">Furniture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doubt, furniture is one of the most common items in storage units. Why? Most furniture pieces are rather bulky and they tend to take a lot of space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li>First of all, you may not have enough space in the new home for all the furniture items you want to take with you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secondly, your current pieces may not match the interior of the new place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And thirdly, some of the furniture you\u2019re moving may have already been made redundant by the fact that the new house or apartment is fully furnished.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And yet, the logical choice of getting rid of your unneeded furniture pieces prior to the move (like selling them at a <a href=\"\/move\/moving-sale-tips\/\">garage sale<\/a>) may not work for you in case you wish to keep them for their sentimental value. Another good reason to place furniture in storage is that you think you will need those items again sometime in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-27196\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"299\/400\" width=\"299\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-facility.jpg\" alt=\"What to put in a storage unit\" class=\"wp-image-27196 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-facility.jpg 299w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-facility-224x300.jpg 224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Seasonal items are one of the most common items in storage units.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Furniture items most commonly found in storage units include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li>Beds that have been disassembled to their main components;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mattresses protected in plastic mattress bags;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tables and chairs, often part of a dining room set;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Patio furniture, usually stored away for the winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When placing any furniture in storage, consider disassembling the larger pieces to save space in the storage unit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, make sure all furniture items are clean and 100% dry to prevent the growth of mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/what-to-do-with-furniture-when-moving\/\">What to Do With Furniture When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Seasonal_items\">Seasonal items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasonal items such as clothes, shoes, accessories, etc. are some of the most frequent items people place in storage when moving simply because they won\u2019t need them until the next season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And until that next season comes along, most people will have had enough time to figure out what they will do with the seasonal belongings they\u2019ve stored away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re moving house, you can do the same and put some of your seasonal items in storage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li><strong>Clothes and shoes<\/strong>. You can choose to store away temporarily your out-of-season clothes and shoes until you decide what to do with them. For example, your winter clothes and heavy boots can be comfortably stored away during a summer move.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Various seasonal equipment<\/strong>. You won\u2019t need your ski gear during the summer so you can put such season-specific items in temporary storage. Summer or snow tires are another example of things that you can store away according to the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holiday decorations<\/strong>. Major holidays such as Christmas and Halloween are only once a year, so you can practically store away their holiday-specific decorations until you need them again. However, those decorations don\u2019t usually take up a lot of space so it may be better to keep them stored away somewhere in your new home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/preparing-belongings-for-storage\/\">How to Prepare Items for Storage: Tips and Tricks<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Large_household_appliances\">Large household appliances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kitchen stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and refrigerators are big and heavy, so you may not have enough space for them in the new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you happen to be moving into temporary housing and you know you\u2019ll be moving out again soon, then it makes sense to store away some of your large appliances until you come to need them again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another scenario where you may wish to store your big appliances for later use is when you\u2019re moving into a new home that already has some of those units in there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And since you know that duplicating appliances is a bad idea in terms of living space (how many dishwashers do you need?), then it\u2019s not really surprising that household appliances are one of the things you find in storage units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/pack-home-appliances\/\">How to Pack Home Appliances for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Files_and_documents\">Files and documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should always keep your important documents with you wherever you move to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are many documents and work files that are not that important and yet you have to keep them for a number of years until it is safe to dispose of them properly &#8211; usually destroy them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examples of such documents include warranties for items you bought recently (you need to keep them safe until their respective warranty periods expire), receipts, certain medical records, financial documents, employment records, school records, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Renting a reputable storage unit will give you the chance to keep those important but non-essential documents safe until you find a good place for them in the new home or you make up your mind about what you should do with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/important-documents-when-moving\/\">What Important Documents to Take When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Books_and_magazines\">Books and magazines<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-27199\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"300\/450\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/stored-books.jpg\" alt=\"What to store in a storage unit\" class=\"wp-image-27199 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/stored-books.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/stored-books-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can store books in your storage unit but sooner or later, you&#8217;ll have to decide what you&#8217;ll do with them.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Regardless of how small your new place is, you should definitely have some books in it, at least your favorite ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the living space may not let you move all of your books or magazines, so it\u2019s only normal that you should consider placing your most loved volumes in storage until you come up with a better solution in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you sort out your book collection prior to moving out with the purpose of getting rid of the books you don\u2019t like anymore or that you won\u2019t ever read again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that books become super heavy when packed in boxes, so give away, donate, or sell the copies that are no longer important to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the best-case scenario, the books you decide to put in storage will be the ones you want to keep having in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/pack-books-for-moving\/\">How to Pack Books for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Collectibles_and_artwork_pieces\">Collectibles and artwork pieces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From all the things to put in storage, collectors\u2019 items and artwork pieces are some of the most common things that get stored away during a house move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such a decision does make sense in most cases considering the chaotic nature of most house moves &#8211; after all, people do want to make sure their valuable items are safe and sound until they move into a new home and settle down. And so do you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best storage facilities in the country are super-safe as they offer 24-hour video surveillance and a number of other modern security features such as fences, gates, fire prevention systems, live guards, and most importantly &#8211; adequate insurance. See <a href=\"\/move\/choose-self-storage-facility\/\">How to Choose a Storage Facility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/pack-self-storage-unit\/\">How to Pack a Storage Unit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What_NOT_to_put_in_storage_when_moving\">What NOT to put in storage when moving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing what things to put in storage will help you come up with a storage solution that works best for you when you\u2019re moving to another home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But you should also be careful when planning to rent a storage unit for your storage needs simply because there are also things you are not allowed to put into storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Public storage restrictions do exist to ensure the safety of your belongings, the safety of other people\u2019s belongings, and the safety of the entire storage facility as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And even though you\u2019re paying for the rented space to store your stuff, you\u2019re not allowed to store food in there, for example, due to the risk of possible pest infestation that could ruin your items, and those of other storage renters, forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a list of things that you should never put into a storage unit for safety reasons. Bear in mind that in case of trouble resulting from you not following the storage safety rules, you will be held responsible for any potential damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, don\u2019t put into storage any items that you are not supposed to. Simple as that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Food_items\">Food items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re not allowed to store any type of food in the storage unit, so don\u2019t overlook this safety rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, food items left for a prolonged period of time can attract insects or rodents, leading to a much-unwanted infestation problem. The pesky invaders can chew on all sorts of items, nest in them, and literally destroy your and other people\u2019s belongings in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, some foods will rot and start emitting bad odors, thus providing favorable conditions for bacteria and mold to grow. In fact, rotting food items can be the reason for potential pest infestation in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/what-to-do-with-food-when-moving\/\">What to Do With Food When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Plants\">Plants<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-27202\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/302\" width=\"450\" height=\"302\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/plants.jpg\" alt=\"What things not to put in storage\" class=\"wp-image-27202 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/plants.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/plants-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Your lovely plants must not be kept in a dark and stuffy storage room.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Plants are another example of what not to put in storage units during a move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you did, you\u2019d be practically depriving your plants of the three basic things they need to grow: natural light (sunshine), water, and fresh air. And such a thoughtless act would effectively mean the end of your plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, plants can attract pests, thus potentially creating even more problems during the renting period. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you can\u2019t find any place for your leafy companions in the new home, just give them away to interested people who will take care of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-plants-for-moving\/\">How to Pack Plants for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Animals_Pets\">Animals (Pets)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under no circumstances are you allowed to leave any live animals in your storage unit. It is not only morally wrong but it is also against the law to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Don\u2019t ever leave pets or other animals in a storage unit!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If, for some reason or another, you won\u2019t be able to take care of a pet after the move, then leave the animal with a family member, or a trusted friend, or take them to a licensed animal shelter, thus giving them the chance to be adopted by another person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-a-dog\/\">Moving With DOGS to a New Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-moving-affects-cats\/\">Moving With CATS to a New Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-birds-to-a-new-home\/\">Moving With BIRDS to a New Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Dangerous_items,_including_guns\">Dangerous items, including guns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hazardous materials are another good example of what not to put in a storage unit. Any materials that have the potential to corrode, burn, or explode are strictly forbidden by law to be stored at public storage facilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason is more than clear &#8211; they pose a serious risk to human health. Dangerous items can lead to costly property damage as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common non-allowed items for storage include chemicals, acids, gases, fuel, oils, paints and paint thinners, pesticides, liquor, fireworks, and so on. Request the full list of forbidden items for storage from the storage company you\u2019ve selected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be allowed to store various yard equipment (your lawnmower, for instance) only after you\u2019ve removed all the fuel and oil from their tanks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you cannot store any types of guns and ammunition in a public storage facility. Contact a local gun shop to learn more about where and how you can store firearms safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-non-allowable-items\/\">What Not to Pack When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Wet_or_scented_items\">Wet or scented items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Never place wet or damp items in a storage unit because the initial moisture will create the right conditions for mold and mildew to grow, and when that happens, all of your stored items will be at serious risk of getting damaged forever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, before you put any items in storage, make absolutely sure that they are 100% dry &#8211; that\u2019s especially important when storing clothes and shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scented items such as candles and soaps may attract unwelcoming guests such as insects or rodents even when those things are not edible. So, avoid putting in storage anything that gives off strong odors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"High-value_items\">High-value items<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-27206\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"300\/400\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-units.jpg\" alt=\"Items that are not allowed in storage\" class=\"wp-image-27206 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-units.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/storage-units-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Don&#8217;t you dare store away your child&#8217;s tricycle without his or her written consent.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As a rule of thumb, you should not put into storage items that have very high monetary value (jewelry) or sentimental value (artwork pieces) simply because no storage facility can be safe enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The better option would be to keep your valuables in your new home and possibly invest in a high-quality personal safe for your high-value items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if placing valuables in a storage unit is your only option, then inform the storage company about your intention and discuss the need to purchase additional insurance for your prized possessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Stolen_items\">Stolen items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not surprisingly, you cannot store any stolen items in a storage unit simply because it is illegal to do so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, you must legally own the things you put in storage or have permission to keep those items there by their respective owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can be sure that any illegal activities will be reported immediately to the authorities (understand the police) by the facility manager or other storage facility staff, so don\u2019t do anything that you shouldn\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-for-long-term-storage\/\">How to Pack for Long-Term Storage<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving from one home to another is a highly transitional period in life &#8211; an interim stage in which you\u2019ll need to decide what to do with the various furniture pieces you own, the number of household appliances, and all the personal belongings you\u2019ve accumulated through the years. Once you\u2019ve sorted out your things and &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/what-to-put-in-storage-when-moving\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;What to Put in Storage and What NOT to Put in Storage When Moving&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":41648,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"ub_ctt_via":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[74],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-self-storage","entry"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/what-to-put-in-storage-2.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Joshua Green","author_link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/author\/joshua-green\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.8.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What to Put in Storage and What NOT to Put in Storage When Moving - MoveAdvisor<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Temporary storage can be a great solution when moving. 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