When spring comes around every year, it feels like a breath of fresh air. As the flowers begin to bloom and the days start to get longer, many people feel the urge to declutter their homes and get organised.

In this article, we’ll dive into the benefits of a spring clean for you and your home, how to get started and why self storage is a great solution for your decluttering needs. We’ll also share the range of benefits of using Apex Self Storage’s personal storage solutions.

Time for a spring clean!

Spring is a time for renewal, fresh starts, and new beginnings. It’s a natural time to have a craving for a cleaner-feeling space.

The best way to scratch that itch is to have a thorough clearout!

Benefits of decluttering your space

Spring cleaning is so much more than just tidying – it’s about creating a more organised, effective and stress-free home.

Decluttering your home can help you de-stress, improve productivity, and create a more peaceful and relaxing environment. It can also support your mental well-being by making room for new opportunities and experiences in your life.

By freeing up valuable space in your home, you can also make it feel so much more spacious and inviting for your family and your guests.

Keeping items during a spring clean

Although a lot of the items you’ll discover during your spring clean will go straight in the bin or will be sent to the charity shop, you’ll also find a lot of belongings you’ll want to keep. However, keeping seasonal possessions, holiday decorations, winter clothes and more can quickly make your home feel claustrophobic.

Self storage for spring clean

So, where do you put everything?

If you’re looking to declutter your home this spring, self storage can be a great option. Our self storage facilities provide a safe and secure place to keep your belongings, so you can make more space in your home without having to get rid of anything you don’t want to part with.

Where do you begin?

We know that spring cleaning feels like a mammoth job. And it can be!

Here’s the process that you’ll need to follow to make it feel more manageable:

• Start by sorting through your belongings and deciding what you want to keep, donate, or throw away.
• Once you’ve decided what you want to keep, pack it up in boxes.
• Rent a storage unit that is the right size for your needs.
• Label your boxes clearly so you know what’s inside.
• Store your belongings in a safe and secure place.

Room by room

Let’s break it down further! Take one room at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed:

Bedroom

Our wardrobes are full of clothes that we haven’t worn yet, have grown out of or will simply never wear again! Having a clearout of these clothing items will be transformational for the space in your wardrobe. You might even find some pieces that you’ve been looking for!

With each piece of clothing, measure its worthiness against a few categories:

• In the words of Marie Kondo: does it spark joy?
• Have you worn it within the last 18 months?
• Does it still apply to your lifestyle?
• Does it still fit in with your personal style?

If it’s a no to the above, consider selling it or donating it to charity.

Of course, as you’re sorting you’ll discover some wintery and bulky clothes taking up far too much unnecessary space. Free up some valuable room by putting them, and your thick duvet, into a self storage unit.

With Apex Self Storage, you can protect your clothing by using high-quality storage materials, such as garment bags to shield items from dust and light. And keep your clothes organised by colour, event, etc. with our wardrobe box (with rail), making sure that they stay clean and tidy.

Living room

For the living room, begin by organising your bookshelves, TV cabinet and DVD collection (if you still have one!). Sell, donate or bin anything you don’t need.

You can also take this opportunity to re-assess your furniture. Multi-functional storage units are a game changer! For example, your coffee table could double as a storage basket.

If you decide this is the route you’d like to take, put any pieces of furniture that no longer serve its purpose into storage, either until you can donate it to a friend or family member or until you can sell it.

And don’t forget to water your house plants while you’re at it!

At Apex Self Storage, our self storage units prioritise safety and security for your belongings, ensuring that all stored items are well-protected and safe from damage or theft. Our advanced security measures, including 24-hour CCTV, 24/7 monitored fire and intruder alarms, and access control systems, will truly give you peace of mind.

Kitchen

The kitchen is often the heart of the home, where families will congregate and socialise over good food. Ensuring that you’re regularly clearing out this space is important. Get rid of all expired products and donate any canned food that you won’t consume to a food bank.

Additionally, Christmas-themed cutlery and utensils might be taking up space that you need in your cupboards. Why not put these items into a self storage unit?

Need to store expensive seasonal gifts? Don’t worry, you can insure your valuable belongings with us so that you can have peace of mind knowing that your prized possessions are safe.

Additional tips and tricks

Here are some additional tips and tricks to help you with your spring clean:

• Set a timer: don’t do it all in one go! Set a timer for 20 minutes a day, for example, to make your spring clean more manageable.
• The ‘four box method’: Create four boxes to help you organise your belongings. Label them ‘keep, donate, store, bin’.
• One area at a time: don’t empty every single box in your home at once! This will quickly overwhelm you. Instead, work in one room or one area at a time.

Start fresh with Apex Self Storage

If you’re looking to declutter your home this spring, self storage can be a great option. By following these tips, you can use self storage to create a more organised and peaceful home.

At Apex Self Storage, our self storage units come in a range of shapes and sizes, so that you can find the perfect size for you, and receive a free instant quote. And with our flexible contracts, our solutions can be tailored to your needs.

Get in touch with us today to find out more.