Your furniture tells a story. Maybe it’s a dining table that’s hosted countless family dinners or a cozy armchair you’ve spent hours reading in. When it’s time to put these pieces into storage, you want to know they’ll still look and feel the same when you take them out. The good news? With a few smart steps, you can keep everything safe, clean, and ready to use whenever you need it.

Here are some easy tips for making sure your furniture comes out of storage looking as good as it did when it went in.

Pick the Right Packing Supplies

Quality packing materials are essential to protect your furniture. Think of them as an investment. Spending a bit more now can save you from the cost and hassle of replacing damaged items later. Here’s a quick look at how to choose the right supplies for different types of furniture:

Bubble Wrap

Bubble wrap works well for fragile items, but it’s not the best choice for furniture. Don’t put it directly on finished surfaces—it could cause damage over time. Instead, put a layer of packing paper underneath to create a safe barrier before wrapping everything up.

Stretchable Plastic Wrap

Plastic wrap is a handy tool for securing doors, drawers, and other movable parts or oddly shaped items. It’s also handy for protecting fabric furniture from dirt and small tears.

Moving Blankets

These are your go-to for protecting large surfaces like wood furniture or metal bed frames. Use them as a scratch guard around cabinets, tables, and bookshelves. You can even use plastic wrap or tape to keep them snug.

Furniture Covers

Fitted slipcovers are perfect for keeping dust, dirt, and moisture off your mattresses and couches. They fit snugly and provide full coverage.

Corrugated Cardboard

Cardboard is a true multitasker when you’re preparing for storage. Use it for padding corners, shielding surfaces, or even creating makeshift shock absorbers for bumpy rides.

Pro Tip: Need packing supplies? Go Mini’s offers a range of boxes, totes, and more to make storage simple.

Prepping Your Furniture for Storage

Before you start wrapping up your furniture, take a little time to prep it. Give everything a good clean and take apart any pieces you can. It’ll help prevent damage and make storage easier. Plus, leaving dirt or debris on your furniture can cause stains or damage over time, so it’s worth those extra few minutes!

Here’s some steps to get you started:

Cleaning

Use a gentle wood cleaner for wooden surfaces.
Vacuum fabric items like couches or chairs.
Polish metal surfaces to keep them from rusting or tarnishing.
Make sure everything is completely dry before wrapping it up to avoid trapped moisture.

Disassembling

Take off detachable parts like legs, shelves, or glass tops. This makes wrapping easier and safer.
Put screws, bolts, and other small hardware into labeled plastic bags, and tape them to the larger piece they belong to. You might find it useful to take photos of the furniture before disassembling to refer back to when you’re re-assembling.
If drawers are removable, take them out to reduce stress on the furniture’s frame.

Protecting Your Furniture for the Long Haul

Once your furniture is clean and disassembled, it’s time to wrap and protect it.

Cover all visible surfaces, especially corners or delicate parts, to avoid scratches or damage.
Protect fixed chair or table legs with packing paper and bubble wrap.
For extra protection against bugs or moisture, wrap furniture twice with plastic wrap.
Have a buddy help with heavy pieces or use tools like a dolly to avoid accidents.

Loading Your Storage Unit

How you load your storage unit can make all the difference in keeping your furniture safe over time. If you just toss things together, you might end up with crushed cushions or cracked wood. Use these tips to avoid trouble.

Load heavy items on the ground first to create a stable base.
Avoid stacking heavy items on top of lighter or weaker ones.
Keep upholstered furniture in its natural position (for example, store a couch the way it would sit in your living room) to prevent sagging or misshaping.
Make sure everything has enough space to "breathe." A packed unit might save space, but it increases the risk of damage.
For things like RTA furniture, take them apart and store them flat. However, if it seems fragile, it might be better to leave it assembled.
Add padding between items using moving blankets or other padding to prevent scratches or damage.
Empty drawers and cabinets. Remove loose items and store them separately to prevent stress on hinges or shelves.

Special Tips for Storing in Go Mini's Containers

Go Mini’s portable storage containers make storing your furniture even easier. Here’s how to make the most of them while protecting your belongings.

Choose the right size. Getting a unit that’s too large or too small can leave your items more susceptible to damage. Use our storage calculator to pick the size right for you.
Distribute weight evenly. Spread out heavy items like furniture and large boxes across the container to keep things balanced. Keep the heaviest pieces centered, as opposed to skewed to the left or right.
Use tie-down points. Go Mini’s containers include convenient anchors. Secure top-heavy furniture or fragile pieces with straps to keep them steady while in transit or stored.

Protecting From the Elements

Long-term storage can expose your belongings to changes in temperature, humidity, and even water damage. A few simple precautions can protect your furniture from the elements.

Lay plastic sheeting on the floor for an added layer of moisture protection.
Add blankets or covers to fight off sun damage and keep out dust.
Choose a storage option with weather-resistant features to avoid issues like mold or moisture buildup.

Why Go Mini's is the Best Choice for Long-Term Furniture Storage

Go Mini’s portable storage containers are built to protect your belongings, no matter how long they’ll be stored. Here’s how they stand out from the rest:

Tough Steel Build: Our containers are made from durable, powder-coated steel to keep your items safe during storage and transport.
Weather-Resistant: With a solid roof and built-in ventilation, we protect your belongings from the elements while preventing mold and mildew.
Raised Floors: Our containers sit off the ground to avoid water damage but are still easy to load.

We make storage simple by delivering the container to your door when you need it and picking it up when you're ready. You set the timeline, and we handle the rest. With Go Mini’s, you get peace of mind and hassle-free storage.

Simplify Your Furniture Storage with Go Mini’s

Taking extra care to prepare your furniture for storage pays off in the long run. And with Go Mini’s, you can rest easy knowing your items are stored in a container designed for maximum protection.

Don’t settle for less than the best for your storage needs. Get a free instant quote today and see why so many people trust us to keep their belongings safe. With Go Mini’s, storage has never been easier or more reliable.