Climate Controlled Storage
Climate controlled storage keeps a unit at a steady temperature (usually 55-85°F) and moderate humidity (around 45-55%) year-round, instead of letting it swing with the weather outside. In New York, that’s the difference between a unit that protects what’s inside it and one that just locks the door. Here’s what climate control actually does, how […]
Vertical Storage Ideas for Tiny NYC Apartments
In a New York apartment, floor space runs out fast, but wall and ceiling space almost never does. The average NYC apartment measures just 779 square feet, well under the national average of 1,052 (HireAHelper, based on U.S. Census data), which means most of the storage you’re missing is probably sitting unused above your head. […]
Living in Long Island City: A Renter’s Guide
Long Island City has gone from an industrial afterthought to the fastest-growing, most transit-connected neighborhood in Queens, and rents have followed. Living in Long Island City means a ten-minute ride to Grand Central, waterfront parks with the best skyline views in the city, and some of the smallest apartments your money can buy. This renter’s […]
The Cost of an Extra Closet in NYC: Storage vs. Square Footage
Space is the most expensive thing you can buy in New York, and most renters are quietly paying top dollar to store boxes in it. That walk-in closet you fill with off-season coats and holiday decorations sits on the same square footage you pay $6 to $8 a month for, while a storage unit rents […]
Storage During a Renovation in NYC: Protect Your Furniture & Belongings
A gut renovation turns your home into a construction site, and drywall dust, stray paint, and contractors hauling ladders don’t mix well with a leather sofa or your grandmother’s dresser. Storage during a renovation is how New Yorkers keep their furniture and belongings out of harm’s way while the work happens, then bring everything back […]
FF&E Storage NYC: How Hotels Protect Furniture During Renovation
When the Waldorf Astoria New York closed for what became an eight-and-a-half-year, $6 billion renovation, someone had to answer a less glamorous question than the one the architects were solving: where do you put the contents of a 1,400-room hotel while the building gets gutted down to its landmarked bones? FF&E storage NYC solves that […]
7 Storage Unit Myths Explained
There are a few myths related to self storage that you need to know. Did you know that it’s illegal to live in a self storage unit? We debunk myths like this and bring clarity to other common misconceptions about self storage. Let’s get started! Myth #1: Storage unit facilities are unsafe Some people believe […]
Is Self Storage Worthless? [5 Reasons Why It’s Not]
We’re giving a resounding “No!” to this question. You may think, “Well obviously you do! You’re a self-storage company!” Before you start thinking like this for too long, let us explain. Here’s why self-storage isn’t worthless: Some items are not used as often as others Some of your items are seasonal. Your closet, for example, change […]
7 Self Storage Secrets You Probably Didn’t Know
Knowing these self-storage secrets will take you a long way in keeping your items safe and protected in mini storage. Most people don’t know these seven (7) secrets to self-storage. Do you? Read on to learn more. Secret #1: Climate-control matters more than you think Climate-controlled units not only store your belongings in a secure […]
3 Videos About Public Storage You Need to Watch
Sometimes we need a little inspiration with visuals. The three (3) videos below show you how to organize your self storage unit for optimal space and maneuverability. You may even learn something new! Organizing your self storage unit and other tips This short video offers valuable tips for storing items short term and long term. […]