How to Store Furniture During a House Move in Littlehampton

Moving house is one of life's more stressful events, and working out what to do with your furniture in the gap between homes only adds to it. If you're moving in or around Littlehampton, Arundel or Worthing this year, here's how to store your furniture safely and keep it in great condition.

Choose the right size unit

Furniture is bulky. A two-bedroom house worth of sofas, beds, wardrobes and dining tables generally needs a 100–160 sq ft unit. Our drive-up container storage at Littlehampton is ideal because you can reverse a van right up to the door — no carrying sofas up stairs.

Clean and wrap everything first

Dust and grease mark fabric over time. Give everything a wipe down and use furniture blankets or bubble wrap on corners and legs. Take bed frames apart where you can and bag the fittings in a labelled envelope taped to the frame.

Store off the floor and away from walls

Even in a dry unit, leaving a small gap around everything lets air circulate and prevents any moisture build-up. Stand mattresses flat, not on their side, and avoid stacking heavy items on top of soft furniture.

Keep an inventory

Photograph each item as it goes in and keep a simple list. It makes retrieving that one box of Important Things far easier in three months' time.

Make the most of 24/7 access

One of the biggest advantages of storing with Storepoint Littlehampton is that you can come and go whenever suits you — evenings, weekends, even at 2am if that's when you're collecting your new keys.

Ready to store?

If you're planning a move in West Sussex, check our live unit availability and book online in minutes. Our team is always happy to recommend the right size for your furniture.