5 Tips for an Effective Spring Cleaning

Over time, your storage unit can get crowded. Spring cleaning gives you the chance to reset your space. You can toss what you don’t need and sort the rest. It’s a smart way to stay organized all year. Use these 5 tips to help you begin.

Sort It: Keep, Donate, Toss

Take time to sort through your belongings and choose what still has value.

• Keep what has a purpose, like holiday decorations and sentimental items. 
• Donate what can lighten someone’s mood, like household goods and clothes.
• Toss what is no longer helpful, like broken and expired items. 

Let Go of ‘Just in Case’ Items

Avoid keeping things you rarely use just because they might be helpful someday. You don’t know if you’ll ever need them. Over time, they’ll get old and take up space. They’ll likely just sit and collect dust in your storage unit.

Keep Your Storage Unit Organized

Each item in your storage unit should serve a clear purpose. Ask yourself if it brings value, comfort, or meaning to your life. If not, it may be time to let it go. Organize your storage in a way that reflects what matters most to you.

Give Your Storage Unit a Second Life by Deep Cleaning

Think of your self-storage as your second home. Do you like seeing your home with dirty surfaces and musty smells clouded with cobwebs and dust? No, right? Consider these tips to deep clean your storage unit:

• Sweep and Wipe Surfaces: To properly clean your storage unit, take a broom or vacuum, dustpan, and cleanser: clean storage boxes and shelves to remove the dust. 
• Let It Breathe: Open the door to keep everything feeling fresh. A little fresh air may do wonders. 
• Arrange for Accessibility: Organize belongings by placing large boxes at the back and small items close to the front. 
• Label and Categorize: Label each box and categorize it according to its use. You may want to put your documents together with your winter gear.

This simple action guarantees a smooth search for particular items the following season. 

Practice Owning Less to Live More

Having fewer things can make life easier. A clean, clutter-free storage unit helps you feel more relaxed. You’ll have more space, more energy, and fewer distractions. It also gives you more time to focus on what matters most.

Stay Organized This Spring with Fountainbleau Self Storage

Spring is the best time to get organized. A clean storage unit helps you find things faster and saves space. Let go of what you don’t need and keep only what matters. Looking for extra room this season? Rent a unit today at Fountainbleau Self Storage in New Orleans.