Choosing to downsize is not always an easy decision and can be done for a number of reasons. Whether your children have left home, you have decided to retire and can no longer cope with the duties of a large house, or even as a way to adhere to the modern minimalist way of life, the physical process of downsizing can be a challenge.
Deciding what to keep and what to get rid of will be tough, but by using a storage unit, you can significantly ease the problems and make the whole process a whole lot easier! Our experts at Storage World can tell you why:
1. Decisions don’t have to be made instantly
When downsizing, there are often a number of larger personal items and sentimental furnishing that won’t fit into your new place. However, you don’t have to choose to get rid of everything that you don’t have space for! By placing these items in a storage unit, you can make decisions in your own time, choosing to keep or get rid of things when you decide to, and not when circumstances dictate.
2. You can change your mind
Equally, having items in storage means you then have the flexibility to change your mind about the furnishings in your new place. Self storage means you can easily access your items, allowing you to change your new home around as and when you like, without only being limited to your previous household furniture.
3. Items can be stored for your other family members
Instead of throwing your excess furniture away, or giving it to second-hand shops, placing it in a self storage unit is a great way of temporarily housing it until other family members can take a look and decide if the items are right for them. This is an ideal solution for anyone who wants to keep sentimental items within the family but is limited by time or distance. As self storage units provide regulated and maintained conditions, you don’t have to worry about your furniture becoming damaged or affected by damp, so you can keep your items in storage for as long as you need.
At Storage World, we pride ourselves in offering personal and business storage solutions to meet all of your needs. For more information, please contact us using the form below:
