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Refresh Holiday Décor and Make Room With Self Storage

Oh, the holiday season—there’s something magical about the twinkling lights, the scent of pine wafting in the air, and the joy of festive and family-favorite decorations. Dealing with the mountains of Christmas and holiday decorations, however, can feel overwhelming and dampen the mood for the season of joy.

Fortunately, decluttering, along with offering health benefits, helps simplify and streamline your home. With the right tips, tricks, and holiday tools, our blog from Self Storage Plus can help you turn that cluttered Christmas chaos into a harmonious holiday haven.

Learn advice on how to declutter your decor, create a festive environment, and let you in on the big secret to all the success—self storage.

Declutter Checklist: What To Keep, Donate, or Discard

The first step in the decluttering process is to create a checklist of each item, its condition, and its sentimental value. This checklist can help you stay organized and alert you to duplicate decorations and broken belongings. Make notes of its condition, considering if it’s missing any pieces, showing signs of wear, or has sat unused for over a year.

When decluttering, consider donating items still in good condition or unused to local charities or thrift stores. For broken or no longer functional belongings, go ahead and toss them.

How a Self Storage Unit Helps Keep Holiday Decorating Stress-Free

Now that your decorations are sorted and decluttered, it’s time to consider where to put them. Relocating offseason and unused items to a personal self storage unit can help free up valuable space in your home. You’ll also have the flexibility to create a neat and organized environment, making it easier to access your decorations when the holidays roll around. A decluttered space will also simplify your decorating process so you can get back to enjoying the festive season.

Finding the Best Self Storage Unit Sizes for Holiday Decorations

One of the most wonderful things about storage units is their versatility—quality self storage facilities offer a variety of size options to meet a wide range of needs. By assessing your decorations first, considering their size, and measuring bulkier items, you can make an informed decision about what size you need!

If you plan on storing only Christmas wrapping paper, bags, tissue paper, and ornaments in your storage space, a compact storage unit like a 5×5 might be just the ticket. On the other hand, if you want to move all your outdoor decorations, holiday tree, and bulky storage tubs into your unit, a larger size would work better without overcrowding the space.

Browse the Self Storage Plus unit size guide for more specifics on what will fit our storage spaces.

Organize Christmas Tree Decorations, Wrapping Paper, and More for Quick Setup

Now that you’ve given your decorations a once-over, it’s time to organize them for storage. Organize your items by category to make finding them easier next holiday season. Groups to categorize your decorations into include:

• Ornaments, tree toppers, and tree skirt
• String lights and fairy lights
• Christmas tree
• Wrapping paper, tissue paper, gift bags, ribbons, and bows
• Outdoor decorations like inflatables, porch decor, and lawn ornaments
• Garlands, wreaths, faux florals, and string beads
• Figurines, candles, and centerpieces
• Seasonal soft items, like throw pillows, towels, and blankets
• Stockings and stocking holders

Christmas decoration storage containers have gained significant popularity recently. They provide a safe place to protect fragile items while maximizing every inch of available space. Clear plastic bins, a little Bubble Wrap, and extra packing paper are excellent for efficiently packing away items that won’t fit in the specialty boxes. Don’t forget to label your containers clearly to make finding items easier.

Best Practices for Storing Holiday Home Décor

The worst thing you can experience while decorating the tree is pulling out your family ornament only to find it broken—properly storing your delicate decorations can prevent heartbreak next season. Materials such as Bubble Wrap, foam padding, packing peanuts, and packing paper can provide an extra layer of protection for your fragile ornaments. Roll your Christmas string lights onto a reel to prevent tangles and broken lights next year.

Prepare Your Self Storage Unit for Quick Access Next Season

When this year’s festivities wrap up and we look to the next holiday season, early planning is key to making your future decorating stress-free too. When packing items in your storage unit, place frequently used items near the front for easy access. Stack your storage bins properly, with heavier items on the bottom and lighter bins on top.

We also recommend not stacking too high so you can reach everything safely, and be sure to leave space for you to walk between the boxes if you have a larger unit.

Choose Self Storage Plus for Affordable Holiday Decoration Storage

Simplify your Christmas decorations and discover the ideal storage solution for your extra items with our helpful blog before the upcoming holiday season. These steps will streamline the decorating process and free up valuable space in your home. Enjoy a stress-free and joyful holiday season with our guidance from Self Storage Plus.

Are you ready to take the first step toward streamlining your holiday decorating and creating Room to Pursue Life®? Find a Self Storage Plus facility near you and explore our available storage units online. You can also give our team a call or contact us online to get started.
For any questions about self storage, you’re welcome to browse our FAQ page and storage blog for more details!