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The day has finally come when you get to start your life as an independent adult and live on your own for the first time. You step foot into your dorm room and begin unpacking the first box when the following thought pops into your head… “How am I ever going to fit all of my stuff in this tiny room?” Excitement quickly turns to worry as you ponder whether or not you seriously over packed. Unpacking your college dorm room can be both an exhilarating and frustrating experience. Trying to balance the comforts of home with the necessities of college life can be quite a challenge. To help make life a little bit easier while unpacking your dorm room, consider some of these decisions.

If you have a lot of precious belongings but no place to store them than you are probably one of many people who are considering renting a storage unit. Storage units offer a convenient and affordable option for storing all of those personal belongings that you just might not have room for at home. There are options to consider, however, when renting a storage unit. Perhaps the most important factor to consider when renting a storage unit is whether or not to get a climate-controlled unit. While it will cost you a bit more, there are certain items that should not be stored during the summer months unless you have a climate-controlled unit. If you are wondering whether or not you will need a climate-controlled unit, read on about these five things you should NOT put in storage over the summer months without proper climate control.

Typically when we think about self-storage units we immediately think of stacks of boxes and furniture that is piled up to the ceiling. We consider these units to be a place to store belongings for further use, but what if we stepped outside the box and discovered some new and amazing uses for storage units? When you get a little creative you will find that there is no limit to the fun ways you can use a storage unit. Let’s take a look at some unconventional but fantastic ways people can make use of the extra space and secure environment that a self-storage unit offers.

If you just moved into your new home you are probably super excited about getting your home organized and putting everything in its place. This isn’t so bad when it comes to organizing the kitchen, but toys are a completely different story! Kids are constantly pulling them out and moving them around so how can you possible keep your toys neatly organized? It is so tempting to purchase a few toy boxes and just throw everything inside but the reality is you will be left with a box full of random pieces and toys that the kids will never play with. Instead, there are a number of creative ways to store kids’ toys so your house does not feel like it’s been completely taken over by toys. Here are 7 clever toy storage ideas that will keep your new home neat and clutter free.

On a hot summer day there is nothing like relaxing around a sparkling pool. The pool itself is a refreshing way to spend a lazy afternoon but the pool furniture and pool toys also add to the ambiance and overall appearance of your pool. These important poolside accessories make the pool area more inviting so it is important to take proper care of your pool furniture so it will remain in good condition for next year. Part of caring for your pool furniture and accessories is proper storage during the fall and winter months. Here are a few smart and creative ways to store you pool accessories and keep them looking brand new.