How much storage space do I need?

A good estimate starts with an overview of your belongings. Go through your home or business room by room and write down what you want to store. For example, consider:

• Furniture, such as a sofa, bed, dining table, and wardrobe

• Moving boxes with clothes, books, crockery, and other loose items

• Seasonal items, such as garden furniture, Christmas decorations, and winter sports equipment

• Bicycles, tools, and sports equipment

• Business items, such as webshop inventory, archives, and office furniture

Also note the dimensions of large furniture and see what you can disassemble. A disassembled bed, for example, takes up much less space than a complete bed frame. Also consider which items you might need to access during storage.

How much business storage space you need also depends on how often you need to access your items. Archives that you use infrequently can be stored compactly. For webshop inventory that you need daily, it's better to leave space to easily retrieve products.

Then, measure the floor area of your shelving or furniture and draw out the layout. Take into account doors, protruding parts, and sufficient space to access items. Do you expect your inventory to grow? Factor in that expansion immediately.

View the options for archive storage, webshop storage, and business storage.

With a clever layout, you utilize the space better and can find your belongings more easily. We are happy to give you some tips.

1. Choose sturdy boxes of the same size. These can be stacked neatly, with less unused space in between.

2. Disassemble large furniture. Store screws and other small parts in a bag with the furniture.

3. Place heavy items at the bottom. Put lighter boxes on top and consider the weight capacity of the packaging.

4. Utilize space within furniture. Use empty drawers and cabinets for smaller, well-packed items.

5. Work upwards. Stack stably and place suitable components, such as loose shelves, upright.

6. Keep a clear path to items you need. Place frequently used items at the front and label your boxes on the visible side.