Love buying new items as an add-on to your personal collection of toys, sneakers or bags? We understand the joy and excitement of scoring that new limited edition collectible. But what about the lack of space? Good news, you don’t have to let the issue of storage hinder your growing collection.
- Make use of your wall space
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Used up most of the space on the floor? Don’t worry, you can always build and install some shelves on the walls at home. With shelves, you’ll not only enjoy extra space to showcase your personal collection, but they also serve as a great centerpiece at home.
Opt for small placeholders/platform for your small toy figurines to stand on or a long shelve across your wall to hold bigger collectibles. You can also explore installing shelves along the perimeter of your home wall. Use reference sites like Pinterest or Instagram to explore more ideas.
It is important to take note of the weight and height of your toy figurines and personal collection too so that you can build a sturdy display. If you are planning to place your toys and sneakers collection on shelves, make sure that your shelves are installed in an area with no direct sunlight as it might affect the colours on the sneakers or toys in the long run.
- Use racks
The great thing about racks is the flexibility of choosing the number of layers you want. In cases where your personal collection includes loads of sneakers, toys or bags, this is a good option as you will be able to see all of your personal collection at one glance. This might not be the prettiest storage option, but it allows collectors to have more space when their prized collectibles are stacked nicely on the racks. With racks, you will also enjoy a more organised living space without the clutter. They are easy to build, affordable, super lightweight and durable. You will also be in control of how many sneakers or bags go on each shelve on the rack.
- Rent a self-storage unit
Looking for a reliable and secure space to store all of your personal collection? Start storing in a self-storage facility like Extra Space Asia, where you will enjoy 24/7 access to your storage unit. With an Extra Space storage unit, it’s like an extension of your living space where you can enjoy the freedom of space to expand your personal collection. The perks of renting a self-storage at Extra Space Asia is the flexible storage terms allowing you to store from as short as 14 days to as long as you need. You can also enjoy the flexibility of upsizing your storage unit any time you need more space.
If you have questions on self-storage, contact us at 6771 3100, and we will find you the perfect storage unit to fit your personal collection. You can also visit any of our ten Extra Space Asia storage facilities located around Singapore Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm to get a personalised facility tour to understand more. No prior appointment is required.
By: Michelle Lee
Self-storage can be a great storage solution to your wardrobe woes as it can free up space in your wardrobe and other areas at home. It allows you to hold onto some items whilst you decide if you would like to wear them again in the future.
With that said, it’s important to know how to correctly store your clothes so that they won’t get damaged over time. Here’s our take on proper clothes storage.
Wash and iron your clothes before storing
Let’s start with the basics. Ensure that you wash and iron all your clothes before storing them in your self-storage space. Dirt and stains will set into your clothes over time, and when you finally decide to wear them again, they can be particularly difficult to remove. Dirty clothing may also attract insects which may damage your clothing. 
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Decide if you require your clothes to be vacuum sealed
Vacuum storage bags are great space savers, and we all love them. However, storing clothes in these bags for a prolonged period of time may lead to damage. Storing clothes in a vacuum storage bag will quicken the deterioration process of natural fibres of your clothes. Natural fibres will require air to keep the shape of your clothes and a prolonged starvation of air might result in your clothes developing a serve creases. A better way to store clothes in your self-storage space is to make use of plastic containers or storage boxes. Plastic containers ensure that all your clothes have sufficient space and air. If you ever need plastic containers, you may purchase them from Ikea or Toyogo. Do also ensure to AVOID the use of plastic bags to store your clothes. You may not know this, but plastic bags can trap moisture and cause mildew to form and quicken the yellowing of fabrics. 
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Place cedar blocks on top of your storage container We’ve all heard about the effect of moth balls and how they can protect our clothes from mildew, mould and moth. However, do you know that they’re not 100% effective? A better alternative is to make use of cedar blocks. These blocks are made of red cedar and will protect your clothing from moths, mildew, mould and musky odours. When using cedar blocks, make sure that they are not placed directly on your clothes. Instead, place them on top of your storage containers. 
Ensure that the storage space is clean, cool and dark
When choosing a storage space for storing clothes, always ensure that you choose a storage unit that is clean, dry, dark and cool. Ideally, you should store your clothes in a cool and low-humidity conditions to reduce risk of damage. As such, selecting a storage space with climate-controlled features will be the best option. 
Check on your storage space at least once a year
Check, check and check! We cannot emphasis enough on the importance of checking your storage space at least once a year, no matter what you are storing. Items may fall off the shelves, or you may have packed something too tight. As such, checking on your storage space once a year minimises the risk of getting your items damaged. 
Look for a storage facility closest to you
If you’re looking to store your clothes, be sure to check out our facilities! At Extra Space Asia, you can access your storage space 24/7. Furthermore, our climate controlled storage unit ensures that temperature and humidity levels are always kept optimal. It’s time to start making more room! Search for a storage facility closest to you today by visiting ‘Our Facilities’ page.
By: Gary Phua
Renting a self storage space is becoming quite common in Singapore. Let’s take a look at the estimated monthly self storage rental cost.
As all storage space rental are personalised according to what you need, monthly storage rental typically ranges anywhere from $50 to $1,000.
Here are three main factors that affect your storage space rental cost.
Storage size
One key factor that affects the storage rental rates on a monthly basis is the storage size. The cost of renting larger units will always be higher.
To maximise cost savings, select a storage space that fits all of your belongings nicely. If you are unsure of what storage size you require, you can always drop our friendly customer service a call at 67713100 or visit our size estimator page to get a better idea!
Storage duration
One other key factor that will influence storage rental cost is the storage duration; the longer you store, the more you spend. To help you save, most self storage facility will allow you to rent a temporary storage space from as short as 14 days to as long as you require.
Did you also know that most storage companies will offers better storage promotions for customers who are looking to store for a longer duration.
At Extra Space Asia, you will be able to enjoy 2 months of free storage at selected storage facilities in Singapore when you store for at least 6 months.
Storage types
Did you know that there are different storage types?
Here at Extra Space Asia, there are a total of five different storage types available: non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, wine storage, executive storage and e-valet service.
Depending on your storage needs, the rental cost will vary. A 25 square feet non-air-conditioned storage space will be more affordable compared to air-conditioned units of the same size.
Always check on your storage requirements when selecting a storage unit. Will you require the air-conditioned space at an extra cost?
Get an instant quotation on your storage requirement
In conclusion, the cost of your self storage rental rates is very dependent on your storage requirements. If you already have a clear idea of what you need, get an instant personalised quotation right now! Be sure to also check out our ongoing self storage promotions here.
By: Gary Phua
Over the years, the company has expanded its storage offerings to cater to the growing lifestyle demands and storage needs. Personal and Business Storage Extra Space Asia offers a wide selection of highly secured storage solutions. Apart from personal storage, business owners will also be able to find a cost-effective, and convenient way to store their business inventory. Storage spaces ranging from 6 to 500 square feet are available, with rental periods from as short as two weeks to as long as required. In fact, Customers can upgrade or downgrade their storage space any time.Wine Storage Wine storage spaces kept at optimal temperature and humidity levels are available at Extra Space Boon Keng, Eunos Link, Kallang Way, Marymount and Toa Payoh. What’s more? All wine customers get free, 24/7 access to wine tasting rooms available at the facilities – a private and cosy ambience to enjoy your wines. Executive Storage The Executive Storage at Extra Space AMK is the most ideal storage space for business owners, where both storage units and workstation are housed within the same area. Again, the 24/7 accessibility makes it super convenient for business owners. An array of perks come along with this package – free parking, free Wi-Fi, free printer usage and a cosy corner to for you to sip on your coffee! E-Valet Storage Just like calling for a Grab car, you can now order online, for your storage boxes to be delivered right to your doorstep! Explore the option of E-Valet storage where you can enjoy hassle-free, end-to-end storage from the comfort of your home. Simply sign up for the Valet Storage service via the online platform and receive the storage boxes at your doorstep. When you are done packing, we will return to collect your boxes and store them in our secure storage facility. It’s that simple!
Valuing and being attentive to customers is Extra Space Asia’s key focus. At Extra Space Asia, a dedicated Call-Center is available to answer any queries customers may have. From guiding users in the selection of their storage units and recommending the ideal and storage plans, Extra Space believes in keeping customers happy. If you are interested in any of Extra Space Asia’s storage solutions, feel free to call 6771 3100 to find out more, or simply visit any of our ten storage facilities located island-wide to get a personalised storage tour. To all our current, past and future customers, thank you for choosing and trusting Extra Space Asia as your preferred self-storage brand. We look forward to sharing the unique Extra Space Asia storage experience with you!
Being one of the few dominant self-storage brands in Singapore, Extra Space Asia has been in the industry for over 13 years. Today, the company has ten storage facilities located island-wide around Singapore and over 50 storage facilities spread across Asia. Extra Space Asia was awarded ‘Singapore’s No.1 Self-Storage brand’ for the 3rd straight year. This achievement is made possible by the strong support from its loyal customers, and dedicated staff who strive to deliver the best storage experience.In this era of rapid digital transformation, cutting-edge technologies have opened up opportunities, fundamentally transforming customer experiences.
By: Gary Phua
Valet Storage is an alternative storage solution that provides a hassle-free, end-to-end storage solution. With this service, you can now store and retrieve your items from the comfort of your home or office while enjoying all the extra space! Valet storage is a good storage option for those who do not need a large amount of storage space but would like to store seasonal and not frequently used items.
At Extra Space Asia, we call this box storage service, E-Valet Storage. Enjoy these 4 key benefits with E-Valet Storage.
1. Lower cost for extra space
Compared to the self-storage rental payment schemes where you pay for the size of the storage space and duration, our E-Valet Storage only costs only $5 per box per month. This way, you’ll only be paying the number of boxes you rented multiplied by the number of months of usage – if you only have a few boxes of items and do not require frequent access to them, this option is the best in value!
2. Free packing boxes for all your items
Forget about the hassles of buying your own storage boxes. With Extra Space Asia E-Valet service, you’ll receive free high-quality industrial-grade boxes every time you need to store something.
These E-Valet boxes are made of high-quality, durable plastic with a secure seal to ensure that your items are not tampered with after you hand them to our staff. Simple, seamless, safe in good hands.
3. Convenience at your fingertips
Does your packing list include big bulky items? If yes, you’ll most likely be thinking of engaging a mover. That’s more expenses on top of your storage rental, plus all that time spent coordinating and scheduling.
Now you can skip these hassles. When you engage our E-Valet Storage service, it’s like engaging a mover company and storage company all in one!
Simply go through these 5 steps to enjoy more space in no time!
- Register for an account and place your order for boxes via our web app.
- Boxes will be delivered to you within 2 business days.
- Simply pack your belongings in our high-quality industrial-grade boxes and use the security seals provided.
- Schedule for a date at your convenience for your boxes to be picked up.
- Our friendly staff will pick up your boxes and store them safely in our storage facility.
And when you need your items back, simply go online and schedule for a time slot, and we will deliver your items back to you. All you have to do is just wait at home or in your office. Self-storage doesn’t get any easier.
4. Manage all your items online
When you store with our E-Valet Storage, you can also easily manage all of your inventory online. Simply keep a record of your items in the boxes by taking photos and link them in your account. You can also view past transactions, order more boxes, and arrange retrieval of boxes at your convenience any time, any day.
If you just need to store some items without the need of accessing them all the time, it’s time to give our E-Valet storage a try. Start now from as low as $5!
By: Michelle Lee
1. It’s a lifesaver during home and business transition periods.
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Only those who have experienced will know – buying/selling a home or moving offices is never smooth-sailing as expected. Plans get derailed. Transactions get delayed. What happens to all your items then? Choose short-term self-storage to securely keep your belongings, so that you have peace of mind to focus on your home and business arrangements.
2. It’s cost-effective for your business.
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3. It keeps all your belongings safe and tidy during renovation.
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By: Michelle Lee
Had a stressful day at work only to find yourself with even more stress at home because of all the clutter? Studies have shown that clearing this clutter could just be the solution to lower your stress levels.
One study published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin concluded that clutter sometimes contributes to depression. Another research in the Journal of Neuroscience found that clutter is highly distracting, as there are too many stimuli in the environment.
Dennis Greenberger, the co-author of “Mind Over Mood”, has also pointed out that it’s not the clutter itself that is damaging – it’s how we react to it.
Let’s take a look at some benefits of decluttering.
Cleaning and organising can reduce anxiety
Tidying up your house can help you to reduce anxiety, according to Alicia H. Clark, a psychologist and the author of “Hack Your Anxiety: How to Make Anxiety Work for You, in Life, Love and All That You Do”.
This is true, as most of us tend to view clutter as “unfinished business”. Leaving tasks uncompleted meant more things to do in the future, and that’s stressful. By maintaining a neat and organised living space, you’ll be able to think clearer.
Decluttering trains your decision-making and problem-solving skills
You’ve limited space and what seems like an unlimited number of belongings. To fit everything, you’ll need to choose what gets stored and what gets left behind. Time to get that decisive muscle working!
Decluttering helps you move on with life
Clutter is annoying, distracting and drains our energy. It might even remind us of our painful past. So declutter now! Get rid of the excess baggage (both physical and emotional) and move forward. A clean and tidy space literally shows more room for new things in life. Make room for more possibilities.
Decluttering usually means discarding some of your precious belongings. BUT… if you’re unable to give up any of them just yet, here’s our favourite solution: store them at Extra Space Asia.
This way, you’ll not have to face the mess at home any more. Stay clutter-free, stress-free, while keeping all your things safe and secure at our facility!
By: Gary Phua
Having trouble deciding to rent a self-storage unit or to use our valet storage services? Well, you’re not alone. Before you decide, it will be good for you to know some of the key differences between the two services.
Self-Storage
This concept offers storage space at a facility for you to store your belongings. Just like owning an extra storeroom out of your home, where you can access at any time of the day!
Valet Storage
Think of Valet Storage like a mover and delivery service. Instead of visiting a storage unit to store your belongings, you go online to arrange for a delivery person to pick up your items and store them for you. And when you need your belongings back, simply log on to our web app and select a timing to have your items delivered back.
Self-Storage vs Valet Storage Features
Self-storage offers the flexibility of different storage unit sizes, from as small as a locker to as big as your bedroom. You can also choose to upgrade or downsize your storage unit any time during your storage period. The facilities are accessible 24/7, so you can reach your belongings any time without notice.
For valet storage, our delivery personnel will provide you with your requested number of storage boxes. Once packed, just arrange for retrieval of your boxes – that’s all! Here’s an overview of these two services.
| Self-Storage | Valet Storage | |
| Size of Storage Space | Locker to master bedroom sizes available | As many storage boxes as you require |
| Accessibility | 24/7, instant access to your belongings | Arrange online for belongings to be sent to you within 2 days |
| Convenience | Visit our storage facilities to store or retrieve your belongings | Extra Space staff will deliver your storage boxes directly to your preferred location. |
As you can see, each has its own benefits. So it really boils down to what you’re looking for. Happy deciding!
By: Gary Phua
Winter clothing can be real costly! And with Singapore’s all-round humid weather, proper long-term storage will ensure your winter clothing is in tip-top condition for your next winter vacation. Here are 3 simple storage tips to keep your winter outfits in good condition for future uses. Try it out!
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Wash and store
Just came back from a winter vacation? Be sure to clean everything well before storing them. Sort all your winter outfits materials by either machine wash or dry-cleaning. Wash them before storing as unclean items may contain residual perfumes, oils and even lotions that can cause stains and yellow spots on your clothes.
After wash, add some Lavender in your storage space to prevent musty odours. Lavender scents work well to repel moths and keep your winter outfits smelling fresh and clean. Don’t forget about the footwear: wipe down and condition your winter shoes before storing them.
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Storing your winter outfits the right way
Believe it or not, the way you store your winter outfits affects how they look like in the future. Do not store your winter outfits in plastic garment bags as these bags retain moisture that may cause your winter clothes to smell and have yellow spots. Try not to cramp too many winter outfits into one vacuum-sealed bag. It may be space-saving, but the items could lose their shape over time.
As for tall winter boots, simply fill them with plastic boot sharpers or by stuffing loads of tissues inside for a quick and cost-effective alternative!
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Choosing the correct storage spots
As Singapore is summer-hot all year round, the heat affects how and where you choose to store your winter clothing. Always choose a spot that is dark, cool, dry and away from direct sunlight as sunlight can fade the colours on the winter clothes.
Most winter clothing like your thick coats and sports gears can take up quite a lot of space in the wardrobe! Since winter outfits, accessories and sports gears are necessary yet not frequently used, why not consider storing them at a self-storage facility like Extra Space Asia. By storing in an air-conditioned unit at Extra Space Asia, you can be ensured that the temperature and humidity factors are constant, safekeeping all your winter gear in their optimum condition.
The next best part about having an Extra Space Asia’s storage unit is the 24/7 access to your extended personal storage space where you can retrieve and store anytime, any day you like! ‘Cool’, right?
Call us today at 6771 3100 if you need extra storage space for your winter items.
By: Michelle Lee