Whether you’re about to move, or are simply one of those types who likes to ‘hoard things’; you may start to notice some tell-tale signs in your home, letting you know that you need to start using a self-storage facility. Generally, people use self-storage when they notice that things in their
Organising your home GTW style
You know what they say: tidy home, tidy mind! At GTW Storage, organisation is our middle name! From our stock room to our office, we believe that organisation means efficiency, which is why we have made up a handy list of potential clutter areas around your home that could benefit from being cleared
GTW Storage in a Nutshell
So, you’ve probably seen our warehouse on James Watt Street and thought “mmm I think they must be a storage company?” or maybe you’ve not noticed us at all? If you’ve never moved house or had any reason to store anything why would you notice us? Well, that’s where you stand corrected! We aren’t
Preparing your home for Autumn
And just like that, the mornings get colder and the evenings get darker and we slowly start to swap our t shirts and shorts for boots and jumpers and as if like magic, the gas bill creeps up month on month before our eyes. There are a lot of preparations you can do in order to future proof your
Our History
Our history stretches all the way back to 1903, Theodore Roosevelt was the President of America and motor cars were few and far between on our roads. Back when punters were still paying in shillings, our predecessors had just settled in to the Glasgow Tobacco Warehouse, formally used for importing
How bad storing facilities can affect your furniture
We are all guilty of trying to save our pennies when we’re moving home…a big expense as it is. One thing you don’t want to do on the cheap however, is organise storing facilities. Bad storage can cause catastrophic results for your prized possessions, which can end up costing you money, time and
What items aren’t suitable for storing
Although, you can put most items into storage, there are some things that are just NOT suitable. We have noted these below in order to help save you time and energy while deciding your storage needs. These are as follows: Perishable items. This may be obvious one, but any perishable items
Cleaning your house in preparation for moving
You’re all set, the date is in the diary and you are ready to move out your current abode into something different. It has consumed your life for the last few months but the end is near. The boxes are packed and the removal van is booked, all that’s left to do is clean the house in readiness for,
How to pack your crockery and glasses effectively
It’s not a surprise that everyone’s least favourite thing to do when moving home is packing. Juggling work, meals and everyday life, all while trying to live out of boxes and trying to resume your normal schedule. Adding to that is the pressure of keeping your glasses and crockery in one piece
10 Best Space Savers for Student Halls
The time has finally arrived when you can say goodbye to your old childhood bedroom. Student life is on the horizon. You’ve packed the entirety of your old bedroom into your parents’ car minus the wallpaper you’ve had since you were 15, and you’re ready to start a whole new chapter. You finally
Are You Wasting Space at Home? This Could be Costing You ££££
Recent studies show that UK homes have an average of 15% unutilised space. With the average house price of £226,906, this equates to thousands of wasted pounds both inside and outside the home – an average £34,000 of wasted space. The main underutilised areas being the attic, spare rooms and the
The ‘How-to’ Guide on Getting Rid of What You Don’t Need
The best way to make the most of the space you have is to get rid of the things you no longer need. There are psychological benefits to streamlining your living and practical ones too. If you think of your excess stuff as emotional baggage, it can help to reframe your mind and help you see whether