As we usher in a new year, it’s customary to embrace fresh starts and set resolutions. One practical and impactful resolution you can make is to declutter and organise your living space.

Self-storage becomes a valuable ally in achieving this goal, providing a range of benefits that can set the tone for a more organised and stress-free year ahead.

Start the Year Clutter-Free

The beginning of the year is an ideal time to declutter your living space and create a clean slate for the months ahead.

Self-storage offers a convenient solution for temporarily stowing away items you don’t use regularly, allowing you to begin the year with a more organised and clutter-free environment.

Efficient Home Organisation

With self-storage, you can efficiently organise your home by storing seasonal items, excess furniture, or belongings that you don’t need on a day-to-day basis.

Self-storage maximises your living space and makes maintaining a tidy and well-organised home easier throughout the year.

Renovate and Redecorate With Ease

Planning home improvements or redecorating in the new year? Self-storage is the perfect solution for safely storing furniture and belongings during renovations. Keeping your items in a remote location like a self-storage facility ensures that your items remain untouched and in excellent condition, allowing you to transform your living space without worrying about damage.

Make Room for New Possibilities

As you embark on a new year, you may find yourself setting new goals and acquiring new possessions.

Self-storage allows you to make room for these new possibilities by storing items you may not need immediately but want to keep for the future.

As you enter the new year with aspirations of a more organised and fulfilling life, consider the role of self-storage in achieving these goals.

From decluttering your space to safeguarding valuables during renovations, self-storage offers the flexibility and convenience needed to make 2024 a year of seamless transitions and clutter-free living.

Embrace the possibilities that come with a well-organised living space, setting the stage for a prosperous and stress-free year ahead.

Are you running out of space at home for your hobbies? Do you have equipment, supplies, or tools taking up valuable real estate in your living space? If so, it might be time to consider self-storage as a solution.

Self-storage is an excellent option for hobbyists who need extra space for their gear. On top of providing ample storage space, self-storage offers many benefits for hobbyists. Here are some hobbies that can benefit from using self-storage:

For sports enthusiasts

If you’re an avid athlete or have kids who play sports, you know how much gear is involved. From bicycles to hockey sticks to kayaks, sports equipment can take up a lot of space. Renting a self-storage unit can free up space at home, provide a secure and organised space to store your sports equipment, and make it easily accessible when you need it.

For crafters

Do you love to knit, sew, or craft? Your supplies and materials can quickly take over your living space. A self-storage unit can provide a dedicated space to store your supplies, so you have room to work on your projects at home without clutter.

For musicians

Whether you play the guitar, drums, or piano, musical instruments can be bulky and take up a lot of space. Self-storage can be a great option to keep your instruments safe and sound while freeing up space in your home.

For toy collectors

A self-storage unit can provide a secure space to store your items if you’re a collector of figurines, comics, or other memorabilia. You can store your collection in a climate-controlled storage space to minimise damage while keeping your home clutter-free.

For gardeners

If you have a green thumb, you know how many tools and supplies are involved in gardening. A self-storage unit can be a great option to store your tools, pots, and soil, so you have more space to enjoy your garden at home.

Self-storage can be a valuable tool for hobbyists who need more space for their gear. With a little investment in a storage unit, you can keep your hobby equipment organised, accessible, and protected from damage. Why not take the first step towards a clutter-free home and a more organised hobby space today?

The holiday season is here, and as we prepare for Christmas, it’s the ideal time to decorate our homes, declutter, and create a warm and festive atmosphere. In this blog post, we’ll share some practical tips on how to get your house ready for Christmas while keeping it free of clutter with the assistance of self-storage solutions.

  1. Deck the halls with extra space

Before you start adorning your home with Christmas decorations, take the opportunity to declutter. Remove unnecessary items to make space for festive decor, creating a clean and inviting atmosphere.

Extra Space Asia Self-Storage provides the perfect solution to free up space by temporarily storing non-essential items. With our flexible and secure storage options, you can ensure a clutter-free and festive living environment. Declutter, decorate, and make your holiday celebrations truly memorable!

  1. Streamline your living spaces

‘Tis the season for gatherings and joyous celebrations! If you’re hosting guests and family members during the holidays, consider freeing up your living spaces for a more comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Temporarily store non-essential furniture and belongings in a secure self-storage unit at Extra Space Asia. This not only enhances the aesthetics of your home but also ensures your guests have ample space to relax and enjoy the festivities.

  1. Rotate your seasonal wardrobe

Enjoy more space in your wardrobe by storing your thick winter wear in a self-storage unit. This rotation keeps your closets organised and ensures your seasonal attire is easily accessible when needed. You can also store your big bulky winter sports collection by renting a self-storage unit.

  1. Make way for a Christmas tree

Choosing a real Christmas tree to adorn your home? Ensure a seamless setup by clearing a designated space. Temporarily store furniture or items that might obstruct its placement in a self-storage unit. Extra Space Asia Self-Storage provides the ideal solution to make way for your Christmas tree, allowing you to create a festive focal point in your home without any hassle.

  1. Post-holiday storage

Utilise self-storage once the holiday season concludes to keep your Christmas decorations safe until next year. Properly organising and storing these items ensures a hassle-free setup when the next festive season arrives.

With the convenience of self-storage solutions, you will be able to enjoy more space at home for all the festive celebrations. If you are looking for a safe and secure self-storage solution, you can always rent a storage unit at Extra Space Asia Self-Storage where you will be able to store and retrieve your items any time, any day.

Contact Extra Space Asia Self-Storage today at 6771 3100 for more storage options and to find out more.
By: Michelle Lee

The idea of eliminating clutters and chaos can be daunting as it takes up quite a lot of time and effort, especially for those living with other family members and kids. Thus, one will need a lot of motivation to start the decluttering process. For a start, consider trying these three steps!

1. Ask your friends and family members for help

We all need second opinions for some matters. In this case, it does not hurt to ask your friends or family members to lend a helping hand and eye to check and see if there is any value or use for the items in your home so that you can plan what to do with them. Schedule a date with your friends and start the process of decluttering. Having an extra pair of hands will also be great if you are on a tight deadline to clear your items for upcoming relocation or renovation plans.

2.Tackle it step by step

If you plan to declutter your home, you can choose your battles of either starting with the space or room with the most clutter to declutter or the room with the least items so you can improve the storage. By choosing your rooms, you can also be mentally prepared to do it and not be too overwhelmed by the mess or things you have to clear.

To eliminate the clutter and chaos, you can also split the various rooms with your family members staying in the same home. In this case, the owner of the room will be the one clearing up their room as they are in a better position to figure out what is needed to throw, donate or keep.

3.Decide what to keep, store, donate and discard

Before packing your home, prepare some trash bags and boxes for items you wish to donate or throw away. Remember to label the bags so that they will be handled correctly. If you need boxes, you can purchase them from Extra Space’s Box Shop.

As for big-ticket items or your growing collections, which you plan to keep, you can explore the idea of renting a self-storage unit. Before storing your items in the storage unit, you can pack all of your items in boxes or transparent plastic cases with labels so that you will know what you will be storing in the storage unit and also be able to estimate the storage size required. The perk of having a storage unit is that you will be able to enjoy more space to grow your collection and more space to enjoy your home with your family.

If you are new to the idea of storage, you can always contact Extra Space Self-Storage at 6771 3100, and we will be glad to assist.
By: Michelle Lee

This 11.11 promotion season, you can enjoy the additional storage benefits that Extra Space Asia Self-Storage has to offer and transform your space! While 11.11 is famous for getting great deals on gadgets and fashion, it can also be an ideal opportunity to declutter and welcome more space into your life.

Rent your first self-storage unit today and enjoy a world of benefits:

  1. More breathing space

Renting a self-storage unit will expand your living space, creating more room for quality time with family and friends. Time to let go of the old and welcome the new. Declutter and throw away all the old items and furniture pieces that are not in working condition.

  1. Keep your wardrobe in season

Make room for a season of positive change. With self-storage, you can seamlessly rotate your wardrobe by storing your thick winter wear and seasonal clothing. By renting a self-storage unit, you can enjoy 24-hour access to your items any time, any day!

  1. Increased business productivity

For entrepreneurs and small business owners, 11.11 is a good period to stock up on goods for upcoming festive promotions. Optimise your workspace by decluttering and storing excess inventory or crucial documents in a self-storage unit, liberating space at your office.

  1. Travel light and free from worry

If wanderlust is your calling, self-storage lets you keep your belongings secure for as long as you like while you explore the world. At Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, facilities are fully equipped with 24-hour CCTV surveillance cameras, ensuring your stored items are in good hands.

  1. Haven for hobbyists

Whether you’re passionate about sports, collectables, or a diverse range of personal items, self-storage is the ideal space for expanding your collection. With various storage sizes available at Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, select the unit that best accommodates your current needs and relish the flexibility of upsizing or downsizing to match your collection.

  1. Renovate with ease

Planning home improvements? Renting a self-storage unit offers a secure and protected environment for storing furniture and belongings during renovations. Enjoy peace of mind that your items are safeguarded, allowing you to renovate with ease.

  1. Preserve your cherished memories in good condition

Don’t let precious memories gather dust. Safeguard sentimental items, photographs, and memorabilia in a secure, accessible storage space, enabling you to revisit and reminisce at your convenience.

Celebrate the Space You Deserve

This 11.11, seize the opportunity to relish the freedom of space. Don’t allow clutter to hinder you. Contact Extra Space Asia Self-Storage today at 6771 3100 to explore their array of storage solutions and commence your journey toward a clutter-free, more organised life. Unlock the freedom of space, and happy 11.11!

 
By: Michelle Lee

Is your home due for an upcoming Home Improvement Programme (HIP)? This programme is typically done to refurbish parts of an ageing home, especially if it is showing signs of wear and tear.

In Singapore, under the HDB HIP, this usually comprises three components—essential, optional, and Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE) improvements. The HIP can take an estimated ten working days or more if any rectifications need to be done together with the full upgrade, including the toilets.

During this HIP period, there are several things you should note and prepare accordingly so that the cleaning process after the HIP can be less tiring. Here are five tips to help you prepare for an upcoming HIP:

  1. Start decluttering

Upon receiving the letter of notification that your home’s HIP is due, take some time to declutter your home. Clear out common HIP spots like your living room, master bedroom and kitchen area. These areas usually get very dusty, and the workers will move in and out frequently, so clear out as many things as you can to provide more walking space.

Start your decluttering journey by cleaning, throwing and donating your items according to their condition. If you have items in good condition, consider donating them through the monthly donation drive in your neighbourhood.

  1. Pack everything in boxes

After disposing of items, pack the remaining ones in boxes. It’s important to label the boxes appropriately so that you know what’s in each box, making unpacking easier.

During this period, you can also explore renting a self-storage unit to store boxes, furniture pieces, and seasonal items that you rarely use but are still in good condition. There are many self-storage facilities in Singapore, and you can rent a unit near your home or one that has the best storage deal.

Before signing any storage contract, visit the storage location to see its various on-ground features, such as security, accessibility, storage size availability, and storage plans. By renting a self-storage unit, you’ll be able to protect fragile items and keep more items away from dust during the HIP period.

If you’d like to find out more storage information, you can always visit Extra Space Asia Self Storage or give us a call at 6771 3100. If you need any moving service, you can also WhatsApp our e-Move service at 8345 2452.

  1. Put up dustproof covers around your home

During the HIP period, your entire home will inevitably become dusty and messy due to the construction work and hacking activities to remove the older items in your home. To minimise dust contact with your furniture items or boxes, try to put up as many dustproof covers as possible around your home and on items that you wish to protect from dust.

Ensure that the tapes are used to cover all areas and tall cabinets so that dust will not penetrate the covered area. For fragile items like glassware and television sets, put some bubble wrap around them before covering them up.

  1. Look for alternative accommodations

During the HIP period, your home may become too dusty and dirty to stay in, with daily hacking and drilling activities. To top it off, you’ll not have direct access to your home toilet unless you opt for one temporary toilet to be placed in your home.

Therefore, it’s best to look for alternative accommodations during the HIP period. You can search for hotels that might offer good deals for HIP customers or stay with family members. Do note that you may need to visit your home once in a while during the HIP period to speak to the workers if needed.

  1. Engage a professional cleaning company

Once the HIP is successfully completed, the workers can assist you in removing the dustproof covers first. The dustproof covers and protection sheets may not completely protect all parts and furniture from getting dusty and dirty. Therefore, some dust may still be present, and you’ll need to clean the newly renovated areas of your home, including the newly constructed toilets, floor tiles and walkways.

You’ll need to clean the newly renovated areas of your home. This includes the newly constructed toilets, floor tiles and walkways. If time is tight, consider getting help from a professional cleaning agency to give your home a deep clean-up after this HIP. This will help to get rid of the first layer of hard-to-clean dusty areas and spots.

 
By: Michelle Lee

Is your closet overflowing with clothes, shoes, and accessories? Or do you find it difficult to locate items in your wardrobe due to the clutter? If yes, it’s time to reclaim your wardrobe space and make it more organised. In this article, we’ll share some tips and tricks to help you do just that.

Sort through your clothes

The first step to a more organised wardrobe is sorting your clothes. Start by taking everything out from your closet and segmenting them into work clothes, casual wear, sportswear, and formal wear. This way, you’ll have a better idea of what you have and what you need.

Keep only what you need

Once you have sorted your clothes, it’s time to eliminate items you no longer need. Be ruthless and honest with yourself. If you haven’t worn an item in the past year or two, chances are you won’t wear it again. Donate or sell the items you no longer need.

Use wardrobe organisers

Wardrobe organisers are a great way to maximise your closet space. Use hangers, shelves and drawer dividers to keep your clothes and accessories in order. You can also use hooks and hanging organisers to store items such as scarves, belts and handbags.

Consider self-storage

If you still don’t have enough space in your wardrobe, consider using self-storage. With self-storage, you can store your seasonal clothes, shoes, and accessories in a secure and convenient location. This way, you can free up space in your wardrobe at home while being able to access your items whenever you need them.

Label your items

Labelling your clothes and accessories is another great way to stay organised. You can use labels or tags to identify different categories of items, such as work clothes, casual wear and sportswear. This way, you’ll be able to find what you need quickly and easily.

By following these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to reclaim your wardrobe space and keep it organised all year long. Remember to sort through your clothes, keep only what you need, use wardrobe organisers, consider keyless smart self-storage, and label your items. With a little effort, you’ll have a more spacious and organised closet in no time.

In today’s fast-paced world, clutter can easily accumulate in our homes, leading to stress and disorganisation. However, decluttering doesn’t have to break the bank. With some strategic planning and the use of affordable resources like self-storage, you can effectively declutter your space without overspending. Read on to discover valuable and effective tips for decluttering on a budget that will greatly assist you on your decluttering journey.

 

Set Clear Goals and Prioritise Tasks

Decluttering can be overwhelming, but setting clear goals is the first step towards success. Visualise the ideal state of your living space and identify which areas or rooms require immediate attention. Prioritise these areas accordingly, so you can focus your efforts and avoid feeling overwhelmed by the entire process.

 

Sort and Organise Your Clutter

To declutter effectively, sort through your belongings and organise them into categories. Create separate piles for items to keep, donate, sell, or discard. Be honest with yourself about what you truly need and what has sentimental value. Categorising your belongings will help you identify excess items and make informed decisions about what to do with them.

 

Repurpose and Upcycle Items

Instead of immediately discarding items, consider repurposing or upcycling them. Get creative and find new uses for old items. For example, repurpose mason jars as storage containers or transform wooden pallets into stylish shelves. By giving your belongings a new purpose, you not only save money but also reduce waste, contributing to environmental sustainability.

 

Sell Unwanted Items

One person’s trash can be another person’s treasure. Take advantage of online platforms, such as Carousell or popular flea markets, to sell unwanted items. Furniture, electronics, clothing, and collectables are often in demand. By selling these items, you can declutter your space while making some extra cash.

 

Donate to Charitable Organisations

If you have gently used items that you no longer need or want to sell, consider donating them to charitable organisations such as the Salvation Army. Many non-profit groups accept donations of clothing, furniture, household items, and more. Not only will you be decluttering, but you’ll also be contributing to a good cause.

 

Utilise Self Storage

Self-storage facilities such as Extra Space Asia offer a practical solution for managing excess belongings, especially when decluttering on a budget.

With self-storage, you can take advantage of secure and affordable storage units. These units provide a safe haven for items that you want to keep but don’t have an immediate use for. Whether it’s seasonal decorations, sentimental belongings, or furniture you may need in the future, self-storage gives you the flexibility to store these items and declutter your living space.

By incorporating self-storage into your decluttering strategy, you can create a more organised and spacious environment at home. Rather than feeling overwhelmed by excess belongings, you can make room for what truly matters and achieve a clutter-free living space.

Remember, effective decluttering involves setting clear goals, sorting and organising your belongings, and making decisions about what to repurpose, sell, donate, or store in self-storage. By utilising self-storage, you can create a streamlined and simplified lifestyle, all while staying within your budget.

Nine months might seem like a long time, especially when you are expecting a new life. During this period, we understand that it can be stressful as you deal with this major transition, and part of the change is finding ways to prepare your home for the baby.

For new parents, you might be overwhelmed by what to get, and different parents will have different priorities. Thus, it is important to take your time to deal with one task at a time. Here are some things you can try to prep your home for the arrival of your little one.

  1. Prepare a baby room with the essentials

It would be good if you have a room for the baby so that you will have ample space to move around and also for your baby to sleep and play over time. You can start by checking the big ticket items such as baby cots/cribs, car seats, strollers, baby carriers, sanitisers, baby monitor, diapers, baby bath items, baby bottles and baby clothes. To extend the shelf life of the items, you can opt to purchase items that are more functional so that you can use them even as your baby grows.

For the baby’s essentials, you can also place them around your home instead of just one location so that you do not have to rush to the baby’s room whenever you need something. This will save you time and also the strength to move around.

  1. Babyproof your home

Take a careful look around your home for things that need baby-proofing. This can include moving your cleaning products and placing them on higher grounds. You would also need to find ways to secure your cabinets and doors that your baby can reach.

Next, avoid long curtains and hide your cables and cover the electrical supplies. Babies are naturally curious, and their hands might start to grab things within their reach. Thus, it is important to keep these items and cords out of the way so that they will not harm your baby as they crawl and move around your home. The act of baby-proofing can differ for every family, and it is up to the parents to prepare accordingly as every home layout is different too.

  1. Try to declutter and clean up your home

With the baby’s arrival, it might take a while for you to get used to it as you will have to cater to your baby’s needs first. This is why it is recommended to declutter and clean up your home first when you can. You can start by decluttering some parts of your home that will be a shared space for your baby and you. This will include your living room, bedroom etc.

If you have furniture sets, personal collections or even seasonal décor items and clothing that you do not wish to throw but lack the storage space at home, consider renting a self-storage unit near your home. This way, you can enjoy more space for your growing family by renting a storage space. With a new family member, it does not mean that you will have to give up your personal collection. You can always continue growing your personal collection with the help of an extra storage unit.

If you are new to self-storage, you can try storage providers such as Extra Space Asia Self Storage. The storage brand has been awarded Singapore’s favourite self-storage brand since 2018 and is a trusted brand in Singapore, with over 70 storage facilities in Asia. It is always good to visit the storage premise during operation hours from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, Saturday, 9am to 1pm, to understand more and see the various storage offerings in person. Alternatively, you can always contact the storage facilities located in Singapore at 6771 3100 to find out more storage information or simply visit the website to request for a complimentary web quotation to understand the pricing for the different storage sizes too.
By: Michelle Lee