At GTW Storage, we fully understand you may be hesitant to store your valuable kitchen appliances in a self-storage unit. These items can be expensive, so you want to take extra care when organising, transporting, and placing them in your storage unit.
If you’re still unsure of how to carefully look after your appliances, we’ve created this helpful step-by-step guide to ensure they are ready to go straight back into your kitchen when you need them again.
1. Sort & Declutter
Before you begin the process of packing everything away for storage, it’s a good idea to sort and declutter your appliances.
This will not only make the whole process much easier but will also ensure you’re not paying extra for items that you no longer want or need.
Here’s the simple three-step way we would approach this:
- Keep: These are appliances you regularly use and plan to store for future use.
- Recycle or Sell: If you have appliances that work but you no longer need them, consider selling or recycling them.
- Bin: Broken appliances beyond repair can be disposed of to free up storage space.
It may seem like an obvious part of the process, but trust us, it’s often forgotten!
2. Clean Your Appliances Thoroughly
One of the most important things to do before placing any kitchen appliance in storage is to give it a good clean.
When storing larger items – like fridges or freezers – be sure to defrost, clean, and dry them completely. You’ll thank yourself later when they come out fresh and odour-free!
We also recommend leaving the fridge/freezer door slightly ajar to allow air circulation and prevent any build-up of smells from festering inside.
3. Protect Smaller Parts
If you’ve ever disassembled any appliance or furniture before, you’ll know how frustrating those pesky parts, often smaller than your fingernails, can really be.
When preparing your kitchen appliances for storage, if any of them have small detachable parts—like food processor attachments or blender blades—we recommend placing them in labelled bags, preferably zip-locked for additional safety.
This simple tip could save you from frustration when you’ve moved into a new property, are ready to get your kitchen looking great, and then realise an important part was lost in transit.
4. Use the Right Boxes
When packing your smaller kitchen items, such as kettles or toasters, try to place them back in their original packaging if you still have them. If not, we recommend finding a well-fitted box to avoid any movement during transport.
Ensuring your items are tightly packed will help prevent accidental damage — an unwanted surprise when the time comes to unpack!
5. Keep Cords Neat and Tidy
If left loose, cords can get tangled or damaged.
To keep everything organised, neatly wrap the cords around each appliance. This works well for items like toasters, kettles, irons, and other kitchen devices.
Final Thoughts
By taking a little extra care when preparing your kitchen appliances for storage, you’ll ensure they stay in great condition and ready to use when you need them again.
If you have any more questions about storing your kitchen essentials, feel free to get in touch with our team. They’ll always be happy to guide you through the process and provide helpful tips and advice when you need it.
Call us on 0141 221 4727 or contact us via our website.