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Packing kitchenware is far from intuitive. You may be tempted to buy ordinary packing boxes, to stack your plates the same way you do in your cupboard, to simply wrap up your cups and put them in a box. However, these methods aren’t the safest. Whether you’re packing up kitchenware to put in storage or for a move, it’s important to do it right. Flatware and Cutlery To pack ordinary flatware, you’ll need sheets of blank newsprint and a small storage box. Separate pieces by type. For example, matching forks, matching spoons, and so on. Wrap each group in several sheets of newsprint packing paper. Label each bundle after you have wrapped it, and place it in the moving box. Silverware needs to be packed differently from other flatware to avoid staining. Pack each individual piece in acid-free paper. Mugs and Glasses Mugs, teacups , and glasses need a lot of cushioning. For mugs, bundle up the end of a piece of newsprint and place it through the handle, then wrap it completely around the cup. Bundle up some newsprint and place it inside. Finally, wrap it completely in another sheet of newsprint. Place each piece in a small box together. For glasses, purchase glass packing boxes . These boxes come with a cardboard grid that goes in each box and provides a space for each glass. Put some newsprint into each cup and place it in the box upside down. Then, push some packing paper into the free spaces to keep the glasses still. Plates The first mistake most people make when packing plates is to stack them. The problem with this is that the bottom plates receive pressure from the plates above. This pressure, combined with jiggling while in transit, can crack the lower plates. Instead, pack the plates on their sides. To do this, wrap each plate in two sheets of blank newsprint and place them in the box on their sides. You may want to measure the diameter of each plate and look for a box with one square side that is slightly larger for a good fit. For more fragile plates, like china, wrap each plate in soft felt and then in newsprint. Have a cardboard separator between each plate. Pots Pans Pots and pans are the most awkward to pack kitchen items due to their variety of shapes and sizes. Small boxes aren’t big enough to pack pots and pans, while large boxes will end up too heavy. So, put together a medium box and tape it securely on the bottom. Bunch up some blank newsprint to make a soft layer on the bottom of the box. Wrap each pot or pan in your newsprint paper. If this paper isn’t large enough, you can use towels. Once you have several pieces wrapped together, put it in the box. Paper more and arrange everything in the box. Appliances Each small appliance, such as a microwave, coffee machine, or blender, should go in its own box with each piece that goes with it. Do not put the pieces in a separate box. This will make it easier to put each item back together later. If you don’t have the original packaging, measure the appliance and purchase a box for it. Wrap each piece in newsprint and put it in the box, and fill in the extra spaces with more newsprint. If you’re storing a large appliance like a refrigerator or an oven, disconnect it and clean it. Make sure it’s thawed, dusted, and that all food particles have been removed. In storage, pests could make their way into these appliances. One good way to keep them out is to cover open spaces in plastic kitchen wrap that pests cannot get through. Also, always store appliances upright. Follow this advice and your kitchen items will be ready for storage or for a safe move. Just don’t forget to handle the boxes with care!
Packing kitchenware is far from intuitive. You may be tempted to buy ordinary packing boxes, to stack your plates the same way you do in your cupboard, to simply wrap up your cups and put them in a box. However, these methods aren’t the safest.
Whether you’re packing up kitchenware to put in storage or for a move, it’s important to do it right.
Flatware and Cutlery
To pack ordinary flatware, you’ll need sheets of blank newsprint and a small storage box. Separate pieces by type. For example, matching forks, matching spoons, and so on. Wrap each group in several sheets of newsprint packing paper. Label each bundle after you have wrapped it, and place it in the moving box.
Silverware needs to be packed differently from other flatware to avoid staining. Pack each individual piece in acid-free paper.
Mugs and Glasses
Mugs, teacups, and glasses need a lot of cushioning. For mugs, bundle up the end of a piece of newsprint and place it through the handle, then wrap it completely around the cup. Bundle up some newsprint and place it inside. Finally, wrap it completely in another sheet of newsprint. Place each piece in a small box together.
For glasses, purchase glass packing boxes. These boxes come with a cardboard grid that goes in each box and provides a space for each glass. Put some newsprint into each cup and place it in the box upside down. Then, push some packing paper into the free spaces to keep the glasses still.
Plates
The first mistake most people make when packing plates is to stack them. The problem with this is that the bottom plates receive pressure from the plates above. This pressure, combined with jiggling while in transit, can crack the lower plates.
Instead, pack the plates on their sides. To do this, wrap each plate in two sheets of blank newsprint and place them in the box on their sides. You may want to measure the diameter of each plate and look for a box with one square side that is slightly larger for a good fit.
For more fragile plates, like china, wrap each plate in soft felt and then in newsprint. Have a cardboard separator between each plate.Pots & Pans
Pots and pans are the most awkward to pack kitchen items due to their variety of shapes and sizes. Small boxes aren’t big enough to pack pots and pans, while large boxes will end up too heavy. So, put together a medium box and tape it securely on the bottom. Bunch up some blank newsprint to make a soft layer on the bottom of the box. Wrap each pot or pan in your newsprint paper. If this paper isn’t large enough, you can use towels. Once you have several pieces wrapped together, put it in the box. Paper more and arrange everything in the box.Appliances
Each small appliance, such as a microwave, coffee machine, or blender, should go in its own box with each piece that goes with it. Do not put the pieces in a separate box. This will make it easier to put each item back together later. If you don’t have the original packaging, measure the appliance and purchase a box for it. Wrap each piece in newsprint and put it in the box, and fill in the extra spaces with more newsprint.
If you’re storing a large appliance like a refrigerator or an oven, disconnect it and clean it. Make sure it’s thawed, dusted, and that all food particles have been removed. In storage, pests could make their way into these appliances. One good way to keep them out is to cover open spaces in plastic kitchen wrap that pests cannot get through. Also, always store appliances upright. Follow this advice and your kitchen items will be ready for storage or for a safe move. Just don’t forget to handle the boxes with care!Storage FAQ's
Generally the prices of storage units in Denver vary based on the size of the storage unit and the location of the unit in the facility. Prices range between 61.0 and 205.0, but representatives can better assist you once they have the details of your storage needs.
In Denver, there are 108 storage facilities, with a total of 12 storage units. Storage unit sizes generally range from 5' X 5' to 10' X 20'. Call one of your local facilities to have a representative find what size unit is best for you.
Storage companies in Denver offer a month-to-month lease. If for some reason you would like to cancel your lease during a particular month, please contact one of the facility managers to assist you.
Yes, most storage facilities sell boxes of various sizes, tape, bubble wrap, labels, and other items for your packing and moving needs.
Students and active military members are clients that have unique needs because of the nature of their schedules. Most storage facilities in Denver offer discounts to students, and discounts and different policies for active military members. Please call your local facility or see our <a href='/university-self-storage/'>students</a> and <a href='/military-self-storage/'>active military members</a> pages to get detailed and updated information.
Most storage facilities in Denver accept deliveries for their customers so that they don't have to go through the process of moving every time they need something to be placed in their storage units. They will keep your items in the office and will inform you when they arrive so that you can place them in your storage unit at your convenience.
No, no one in the storage facilities has access to your space unless you specifically ask them or give them the right to do so. For example, you may want them to have access to your unit for things you may want delivered directly to your unit.
Yes, storage managers can provide you with tips and techniques on how to most efficiently utilize your storage space. Their hope is that you can have easy access to your items and that your storage space is worth every penny of your money.
No, storage facility employees do not have copies of the keys used for the units. If you lose your key, check with the facility for lock cutting fees. They may also be able to sell another lock and key to you.
Once you move in and feel that you need to move into a smaller or bigger space, storage facilities are happy to accommodate your move. Before renting a space, it is recommended that you speak to a storage facility representative to help you find the best sized unit for your needs. If things change through the course of your lease, they will help make the transition to your next unit as efficient and simple as possible. We also have a <a href='/size-guide/' class='size_guide_pop_over'>size guide</a> that may answer some preliminary questions you may have.
Storage managers would be happy to help you determine which size unit is best for you so that you're not paying for a 10' X 20' unit when you really need a 5' X 5' unit. Please reference our <a href='/size-guide/' class='size_guide_pop_over'>size guide</a> for more information.
No, storage facilities do not provide movers. However, managers and team members would be happy to provide you with a list of reliable and reasonably priced movers in Denver. See our <a href='#'>resource guide</a> for movers in Denver.
Yes, climate-controlled spaces are available in Denver due to the varying weather. Temperatures range from 39.74 to 48.2, which can dramatically affect things in your storage unit. For storing items such as wine, wooden items, electronics, metals, artwork, etc. storage facilities recommend that you rent a climate-controlled unit. For questions and more details, please contact a local facility.
Drive-up storage units are typically more expensive and not as clean as interior units. Drive-up units are more exposed to the elements (water, dust, etc.) and are therefore not as clean as interior units. Interior units, on the other hand, have a much better climate. Essentially, the desire to rent a drive-up unit comes from clients thinking that they will be visiting their unit very frequently, which is surprisingly not the case. Most people don't come to their units as often as they think they will, so given the cost and cleanliness issues, it's better to rent an interior storage unit.
Security is every storage operator's priority. Speak with the storage manager of a facility of your liking in Denver to find out what security measures they take to protect your belongings.
Most storage facilities accept cash, credit cards, or checks. Always ask about autopay, it's faster and much more convenient.
Some factors to keep in mind when choosing a storage facility in Denver are: weather, peak rush hour times, items that you will be storing, and location within Denver.
You have 108 facilities to choose from in Denver. Access hours range from 8 to 24 hours a day. Please contact your local facility for more specific information about your unit.
Most storage companies in Denver only provide invoices upon request.
We recommend that you get insurance for your belongings because the contents of the units are not insured through storage facilities.
Most facilities in Denver schedule professional pest control services every month, and twice a month during summer months.
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