How Can You Store Furniture Safely?

If you are moving from a single-family home to an apartment, remodeling your home, or simply need more space at home, storing your furniture in a storage unit is a great choice. But furniture can be cumbersome. Often, it's one of your high-ticket items that needs to be stored correctly. So, how do you store furniture safely in storage units?

At Base Self Storage in San Bernardino, we’ve helped residents protect their belongings, including sofas, dining tables, mattresses, and more. With the right approach, you can keep your furniture in excellent shape while it's in storage. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few essential tips to safely store furniture in your storage unit and make sure it stays just as clean, secure, and as the day you brought it in.

1. Clean Your Furniture Thoroughly First

Before you load up that couch, take a moment to clean it. Make sure the you take out all the crumbs out the cushions, clean up any spills on wooden furniture, or dry upholstery to precent mold growth.

• Wood furniture: Wipe with a damp cloth with water or wood cleaning spray, then dry fully. To better preserve wood,
• Fabric items: Vacuum thoroughly and let them air out completely.
• Mattresses: Use a vacuum and spot clean, then protect with a breathable mattress bag.

A little cleaning up front can save you big headaches later.

2. Disassemble For Better Storage

Take apart bed frames, remove legs from tables, and stack chairs if possible. Disassembling furniture makes it easier to fit everything in your storage unit, and it also prevents unnecessary strain on the joints and frames of your pieces.

3. Use Protective Covers, Not Plastic Wrap

While it’s tempting to use plastic wrap, it can trap moisture and cause wood to swell or fabric to mildew. Instead, cover your furniture with breathable materials like moving blankets, cotton sheets, or furniture pads. This helps protect from dust, scratches, and light exposure without locking in moisture.

4. Raise Items Off the Floor

For extra peace of mind, consider placing pallets or blocks under your furniture. Even though our storage units in San Bernardino are kept clean and dry, keeping your items off the concrete floor adds an extra layer of protection from moisture and makes it easier to keep things clean.

5. Choose the Right Size Unit

Don’t cram everything into a too-small space! Cramming furniture tightly together can cause damage. Instead, give your items room to breathe. A well-organized storage unit not only keeps furniture safer. It also makes it easier for you to access when needed.

Our team at Base Self Storage can help you choose the perfect unit size for your needs. No matter if you’re storing a few household pieces or an entire living room.

6. Opt for Climate-Controlled Storage for Long-Term Furniture Storage

In San Bernardino, heat and humidity can creep into even the most secure units. If you’re planning to store valuable wood furniture, antiques, or leather items for an extended period, a climate-controlled storage unit offers extra protection against temperature swings and moisture buildup.

While not all furniture requires it, climate control is a smart investment for long-term peace of mind.

Store Your Furniture With Confidence at Base Self Storage

Located at 1718 W Base Line St, Base Self Storage offers modern, secure storage units in San Bernardino for all your furniture storage needs. Our facility is built with wide driveways, digital surveillance, and clean, well-maintained units so you can store with confidence.

Whether you’re storing a single armchair or furnishing your next move, we’re here to make the process simple and stress-free. Reserve your unit online or stop by to chat with our team. We’ll help you find the right space for your space.