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Renting a storage unit from Safe-Store even while social distancing couldn’t be easier. Just phone the office on 01782 785 370. Let the Store-Safe staff know what size of storage facility you need, the location and the date you need it from. They will do the necessary paperwork and you will be sent an e-signatureRead more about How To Rent A Self-Storage Unit With Store-Safe While Social Distancing[…]

If you love fashion and design and you have a talent for dressmaking you could become a self-employed seamstress. Maybe you’ve done a college course or you have always made your own clothes. If you have the right skills then working for yourself enables you to work from home at hours that suit you.  WhyRead more about Fancy Working For Yourself – Why Not Try Dressmaking?[…]

Autumn isn’t far away and soon anyone who loves to sit outside with a sketch pad will be able to take advantage of the better weather. But, maybe you’ve been thinking of swapping sketches for taking up painting on canvas. Just imagine a collection of your art featured on the walls of your home. IfRead more about Taking Up Painting? – Here Are A Few Tips to Get You Started[…]

If you’re thinking about investing in a boat you’ll need time to spend on maintenance. Winterising your boat is an important part of boat ownership. Although maintenance is an all-year-round task, most of it can be done during the autumn and winter months when your boat isn’t in use. Here’s what to do before youRead more about Winterising Your Boat[…]

If you want to experience a winter holiday with a difference in 2020 why not learn a new skill and take up skiing? Not only does it get you out in the fresh air it’s also a great way to burn off all those extra calories you consumed at Christmas. Too Late to Learn? SkiingRead more about It’s The Skiing Season – Fancy Giving it a Go?[…]

Working for yourself is very rewarding. It’s hard work and you will worry, but when you do well you’ll get a lot of satisfaction.  We talk about how a self-storage unit can benefit your business. Find Your Premises If you want to open a shop the first thing you need to do is look aroundRead more about How A Self-Storage Unit Can Benefit Your Business[…]

How can self-storage help you get organised for Christmas?  If you’ve got a large family and you’re watching the pennies you may well save money by buying your Christmas present early in the year during the sales. As well as present you can make the most of the reduced prices to buy cards, paper, crackersRead more about How Self-Storage Can Help You Get Organised For Christmas[…]

Have you got a teenager who is yearning for a space of their own at home? Why not turn your garden shed into a den where they can invite their friends. They’ll be far enough away from you that they feel you’re not listening into their conservations, but close enough that you can keep anRead more about Turn Your Shed Into a Teenage Den[…]

Hiring a storage unit is a great way to keep clutter out of your home or look after your possessions when you move to a new house, or work in another location for a while. But, there are things you shouldn’t do when you store your home contents.  Here are 4 Things Not To DoRead more about 4 Things Not To Do When You’re Putting Your Possessions In Self-Storage[…]

Do you ever watch Grand Designs and wish you could build your own home? Would You Like to Try Your Hand at a New Extension? Some of the projects cost a fortune, but there are things you can do to make extra space like a loft or a house extension. There’s loads of information onRead more about Self-Build – Would You Like to Try Your Hand at a New Extension?[…]

A loft conversion is a great way to make extra space without having the inconvenience or expense of moving home. You can make more space with a loft conversion.  Create a luxurious e-suite bedroom for yourself and your partner, a haven of peace you can retreat to after a stressful day. Or, maybe you wantRead more about Make More Space with a Loft Conversion[…]

It’s exciting waiting for your baby to be born. One of nicest jobs you can do in the meanwhile is decorate and furnish the nursery. Here are 6 items you may want to invest in for your baby’s nursery to make sure you and baby are relaxed and comfortable. Cot Once baby is out ofRead more about 6 Items to Invest in For Your Baby’s Nursery[…]

Do you fancy owning a market stall? Did you know Marks and Spencer started out by selling their goods on a market stall? Do you enjoy mooching around looking for bargains? Are you good at dealing with the public and do you want to work for yourself? If you do, then maybe a market stallRead more about Fancy Owning a Market Stall?[…]

Did you know that about a third of people in the UK collect something? Are you a secret collector? Hidden away in people’s home and in storage are collections of soldiers, toy dolls, records, magazines, beermats and teddy bears. There are even names for certain collectors. For example, a Conchologist collects shells. A Fromologist collectsRead more about Are you a collector?[…]

Are you thinking about re-painting the interior of your home? Read out 6 handy tips for home decorators before you start. Gather Together Your Materials There’s nothing worse than getting half-way through a job and realising you’ve forgotten something you need. Get everything you think you’ll use before you start and that way you won’tRead more about 6 Handy Tips For Home Decorators[…]

Hurrah! Summer is finally here. If you’re lucky they’ll be some good weather so that you can enjoy a few days on the beach. Here’s some tips to remind you what to take for a great day out out with the kids. Sunscreen Sunscreen is the most important thing to remember, without this there won’tRead more about Days on The Beach – What to Take for a Great Day Out[…]

Would you like to own a classic car?  If you love cars you might be thinking about investing in a classic. If you’ve got the time to spend on maintenance a classic car can be a great investment. It’s also a good way to have fun and meet other classic car owners. You can joinRead more about Would you like to own a classic car?[…]

When you’re planning to be away for a while you may want to store away your clothes.  It’s important you pack and store them properly to keep them in good condition.  So how do you pack your clothes properly for storage? Washing Don’t be tempted to pack away dirty clothes. Dirt seeps into material andRead more about How Do you pack Your Clothes Properly for Storage?[…]

Keeping fit with sports as a hobby is an enjoyable way to maintain your weight and build up muscle tone. Some sports like running and swimming don’t need equipment at all.  Other sports have large pieces of sports equipment you need to store. Cycling According to Cycling UK, more than 42% of people over theRead more about Keeping Fit and Storing your Sports Equipment[…]

Has moving away and exploring new horizons ever been your dream.  When the kids have left home and you’re retired to move to another part of the country? Maybe you want to move somewhere where property is cheaper.  You can add some cash to your pension pot.  Or have you  always hankered after a chocolateRead more about Moving Away – Exploring New Horizons[…]

Five Life Events Made Easier with Self-Storage Organising, planning for, and dealing with major life events can be stressful. Sometimes they are planned, other times, they are unplanned; sometimes they are sad, sometimes they are happy. Either way, preparing for certain life events, such as having a baby, moving house or losing a loved one,Read more about Five Life Events Made Easier with Self-Storage[…]

Moving home can be exciting, but stressful too. Normally things go without a hitch and you soon find yourself spending your first night in your new home. However, sometimes things do go wrong. If you’re prepared, it can be a problem you can deal with rather than a major disaster.  Read our tips to forRead more about Using Self-Storage if Your Move Goes Wrong[…]

E-bay is a popular way to buy a large variety of goods, ranging from books, toys, clothes and even cars. Read our tips & explanation of  why packing is important for an ebay seller & how to get it right. Why It’s so Important? The site uses feedback to rate sellers and so it’s importantRead more about Why Packing is Important for an E-Bay Seller[…]

If you’re short of space at home, but you don’t want to move, a good solution would be to make more room with a garage conversion. It’s especially useful if you don’t use the garage and its jam packed with stuff you hardly use. It’s the perfect way to create a new kitchen or bathroom.Read more about Making More Room With A Garage Conversion[…]

When you’re moving or you’re putting the contents of your home into self-storage it’s a good idea to de-clutter before you start putting things in boxes. It will mean you’re not packing stuff that you don’t use or want, that’s accumulated over the years. Here are some tips to get you started. Bags and BoxesRead more about De-Clutter Before You Move Your Contents Into Self-Storage[…]

When you move into a new home, you appreciate it if it’s clean. So, if you want to do the same for the people who are moving into yours.  Here are some tips for leaving your old home spick and span. Get Your Materials Ready Getting everything you need at the start will make sureRead more about Leaving your Old Home Spick and Span[…]

If you’re moving your furniture into a Store-Safe unit in Stoke, you might have large items to move. Moving heavy furniture the right way will ensure you don’t damage walls, floors, the furniture and your back. Here are 6 tips when moving heavy objects. 1. Measuring Up Measure the piece of furniture and your exits.Read more about 6 Tips for Moving Heavy Objects to a Store-Safe Unit[…]

If you want to put your possessions in self-storage it’s a good idea to insure them. Beware of self- storage companies who insist you take out their insurance. Many companies hike up the cost of cover and you could find yourself paying too much. Store-Safe don’t offer insurance.  This gives our customers the freedom toRead more about The Importance of Insuring Your Possessions in Self- Storage[…]

If you’re packing up your home contents to move or to put your possessions into self-storage, check out these top tips for packing and make a checklist. It means you won’t be worried about forgetting things. By ticking off the tasks you’ve completed you can see how you’re getting on with the job. Leave yourselfRead more about Screws and Cables and Top Tips for Packing[…]

Moving home when you have small children may be stressful for you, but it can also affect them. Here’s some tips to make moving a positive experience for your children. Before the Move Explain to your children that you’re moving and show them any photographs you might have of the house. If they have theirRead more about Tips to Help Children Stay Stress-Free When You Move Home[…]

Six Things to Consider When Choosing a Storage Company Self storage can be extremely beneficial in many different situations. Whether you’re moving home and need somewhere to store pieces of furniture and other possessions during the process, or are having a house clearout and want to put some items into storage, self storage is anRead more about Six Things to Consider When Choosing a Storage Company[…]

Why You Should Use Self Storage During a House Move Moving house can be a challenging and daunting task, requiring plenty of planning and organising. Packing up your entire house and all of your belongings is a stressful process that can take weeks or even months to complete. While self storage may not be aRead more about Why You Should Use Self Storage During a House Move[…]

Storage units are a popular way to keep your belongings put away when you don’t need or want them in your home. But how safe are your personal belongings in a storage unit? Not all units are created the same and you should do your research before you choose one. Security Systems What is theRead more about How Safe Is Your Storage Unit?[…]

No one wants to lose someone special to them, but when it happens, there are often a number of things to do and tasks to accomplish. One of these is the packing up of the estate. It’s a difficult job to do and one that can be quite painful, but is necessary. Go Room byRead more about How to Pack Up an Estate After a Loved One Passes[…]

Self storage is a great option for those who are looking for some extra space to store away items. Perhaps you’re running out of space at home or need somewhere to store away items that you no longer use. For businesses and homes alike, self storage units can be an ideal way to free upRead more about Four Reasons People Use Self Storage Units[…]