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20 sq ft Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

20 sq ft Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 20 sq ft self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

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Updated 1 Aug 2026

35 sq ft Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

35 sq ft Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 35 sq ft self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

50 sq ft Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

50 sq ft Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 50 sq ft self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

75 sq ft Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

75 sq ft Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 75 sq ft self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

100 sq ft Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

100 sq ft Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 100 sq ft self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

160 sq ft Container Storage Guide — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

160 sq ft Container Storage Guide

Everything you need to know about 160 sq ft Container self storage — what fits inside, typical uses, business uses and our top tips.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

What Size Storage Unit Do I Need? — self storage guide
Storage Sizes

What Size Storage Unit Do I Need?

The complete guide to choosing the right self storage unit size — avoid paying for space you don't need.

6 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Container Storage vs Indoor Storage — self storage guide
Comparisons

Container Storage vs Indoor Storage

Drive-up container or indoor unit? We compare access, security, cost and best use for each.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Business Storage vs Personal Storage — self storage guide
Comparisons

Business Storage vs Personal Storage

What's the real difference between business and personal storage, and which do you need?

4 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Long-Term vs Short-Term Storage — self storage guide
Comparisons

Long-Term vs Short-Term Storage

Short-term flexibility or long-term value? A quick guide to choosing the right storage term.

4 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Container Storage vs Garage Storage — self storage guide
Comparisons

Container Storage vs Garage Storage

Your garage vs a secure storage container — which actually protects your stuff better?

4 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Drive-Up Storage vs Indoor Storage — self storage guide
Comparisons

Drive-Up Storage vs Indoor Storage

Park beside your unit or walk it through a corridor? The practical differences explained.

4 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Shipping Container vs Traditional Storage Unit — self storage guide
Comparisons

Shipping Container vs Traditional Storage Unit

A converted shipping container or a built-in indoor unit? Here's how they really compare.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

How Much Does Self Storage Cost? — self storage guide
Costs

How Much Does Self Storage Cost?

What actually drives the price of a storage unit — and how to get the best value.

6 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Is Self Storage Worth It? — self storage guide
Costs

Is Self Storage Worth It?

When does self storage genuinely pay for itself — and when is there a better option?

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

How Can I Save Money On Storage? — self storage guide
Costs

How Can I Save Money On Storage?

Ten practical ways to keep your storage bill as low as possible without cutting corners.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Moving House Storage Guide — self storage guide
Moving House

Moving House Storage Guide

How storage takes the stress out of moving house — timing, sizing and packing made simple.

6 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Downsizing Storage Guide — self storage guide
Moving House

Downsizing Storage Guide

Downsizing your home? Storage gives you the breathing room to decide what stays and what goes.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Decluttering Guide — self storage guide
Moving House

Decluttering Guide

A room-by-room approach to decluttering that actually sticks — and how storage helps.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Packing Guide — self storage guide
Packing Advice

Packing Guide

Pack for storage the right way — protect your things and make them easy to find later.

6 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Office Move Storage Guide — self storage guide
Business Storage

Office Move Storage Guide

Keep your office move on schedule — storage for furniture, archives and equipment with 24/7 access.

5 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Business Storage Guide — self storage guide
Business Storage

Business Storage Guide

Stock, archives, trade equipment — how businesses use flexible storage to scale without a lease.

6 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Student Storage Guide — self storage guide
Student Storage

Student Storage Guide

Affordable, flexible summer storage for students heading home between terms.

4 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store Furniture? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store Furniture?

Yes. Furniture stores very well with a little preparation — and it's one of the most common things our customers keep with us.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store Electronics? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store Electronics?

Yes. Electronics store well when protected from damp and static, ideally in an indoor, temperature-stable unit.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store Clothes? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store Clothes?

Yes. Clothes store safely when clean, dry and packed to protect from damp and pests.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store Business Stock? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store Business Stock?

Yes. Many businesses store stock with us, with 24/7 access for dispatch.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store A Motorbike? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store A Motorbike?

Yes — secure vehicle storage for motorbikes is available with 24/7 access.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Can I Store Documents? — self storage guide
FAQs

Can I Store Documents?

Yes. Document and archive storage keeps records secure, dry and easy to retrieve.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

What Can't I Store? — self storage guide
FAQs

What Can't I Store?

Perishable food, live animals, flammable materials, illegal items and anything that needs to remain plugged in.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

Do I Need Insurance? — self storage guide
Security

Do I Need Insurance?

Yes. Your items should be insured while in storage — check your home contents policy or ask us about options.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

How Secure Are Storage Units? — self storage guide
Security

How Secure Are Storage Units?

Our units are CCTV monitored within a fenced facility, secured with your own padlock — only you hold the key.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

How Quickly Can I Move In? — self storage guide
FAQs

How Quickly Can I Move In?

Often the same day. Check live availability, choose your unit and book online in minutes.

3 min readRead

Updated 1 Aug 2026

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