Seasonal Storage Guide: What to Store and When

Keeping your home organized throughout the year can be a challenge, especially when it comes to seasonal items that aren’t needed year-round. That’s where self storage comes in handy! Marion Storage Depot is here to help you make the most of your space with convenient storage options for all your seasonal items. Here’s our guide on what to store and when, so you can keep your home clutter-free every season.

Spring: Store Winter Gear and Holiday Decorations

• What to Store: Winter coats, snow boots, skis, snowboards, holiday lights, and decorations.
• Why: Spring is the perfect time to pack away your winter gear and holiday décor to make room for fresh, springtime essentials. Moving these bulky items to a storage unit will keep them safe and out of the way until they’re needed again.

Summer: Store Winter and Fall Outdoor Gear

• What to Store: Snow blowers, shovels, and fall yard tools like leaf blowers and rakes.
• Why: As the weather warms up, you won’t need winter equipment or certain fall tools for several months. Storing them in a unit frees up your garage or shed for summer essentials like bicycles, camping gear, and lawn chairs.

Fall: Pack Away Summer Items

• What to Store: Pool toys, patio furniture, beach umbrellas, gardening tools, and camping equipment.
• Why: When the cooler weather arrives, it’s time to stow away summer items that you won’t need until next year. This keeps your outdoor furniture and summer gear safe from the elements while creating room in your home for cozy, fall décor.

Winter: Store Fall Sports Gear and Summer Equipment

• What to Store: Lawn mowers, gardening tools, kayaks, canoes, and sports gear like baseball equipment.
• Why: Once winter arrives, summer and fall equipment is no longer in use and can be stored until spring. Storing these items off-site protects them from the cold and keeps your garage or basement uncluttered.

Holiday Rotation: Simplify Decorations Storage

• What to Store: Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, and other holiday decorations.
• Why: Holiday décor can quickly take up a lot of space at home. Using a storage unit allows you to keep each holiday’s decorations neatly organized and accessible when needed, freeing up valuable space at home.

Year-Round Organization Tips

• Label Your Storage Boxes: Clearly label each box with the contents and season to make it easy to find items when you need them.
• Use Clear Bins for Quick Identification: Transparent bins let you see what’s inside, so you can quickly locate specific items without having to open every box.
• Rotate Items as Seasons Change: Take a few moments each season to rotate items in and out of your storage unit so that you only keep what you currently need at home.

With Marion Storage Depot, seasonal storage is a breeze. By storing items you don’t need year-round, you’ll free up space and keep your home organized through every season. Contact us today to find the perfect storage unit for all your seasonal needs!