Tag: Wine Storage

The holidays snuck up on us in 2019, which calls for stressful times. But let's not forget it still is the most wonderful time of the year! Thanksgiving is here, and Christmas is right around the corner. This means everyone is most likely scrambling with decorations, cooking, place settings, last-minute grocery shopping, and gifts galore. Plus the Christmas tree. We can't forget about the tree! There's no need to turn into the Grinch with all the preparations in store for you. Staying organized and having fun can go hand in hand

Moving can be stressful and a lot of work. The good news is that taking a proactive approach and creating a timeline of tasks before your move can make life much easier. Whether you’re moving to a new apartment or a house, try these packing and moving tips to make the process as seamless as possible. Eight Weeks Before: Your First Steps in Planning a Move Once you've decided to move and secured a new place, your next step is locating a moving company to assist you. While you may have

Summer is here, and for many families, that means time to move. Relocating to Houston is common as more people discover this city and make it their home. In fact, an analysis of Census estimates indicates that every year, Houston welcomes about 15,000 new residents between the ages of 25 and 34 alone. Whether for downsizing, work or school, many people move in the summer. If you're tackling a big move this year, you can make the job just a little easier with a storage unit. In fact, renting a storage

The long and cold winter of Houston (the two weeks of 50-degree weather) has ended and we've moved into the beautiful warm and not so humid season of Spring. We find ourselves being joyful and productive and undergoing our annual spring cleaning. While we remember our every day to do list, some of us might forget the once a year cleaning duties. Before you get started, be sure to grab any boxes or storage supplies in the house to organize items you’d like to store away. If you need extra storage

If you’re one of the many people inspired by the Marie Kondo Method, you’ve likely attempted to declutter your home. Maybe tidying up was your New Year’s Resolution, or perhaps you decided to start “spring cleaning” a little early after catching Marie’s new Netflix show. But whether your New Year’s resolution fell through or your attempts to get useless things out the door didn’t exactly “spark joy,” you’re not alone. One in four Americans has a “clutter problem.” Eighty-four percent worry their homes aren’t organized. The need for help with the

People sometimes have mistaken ideas about what it means to become a minimalist. Perhaps you have heard some of the myths that minimalism means giving away nearly all of your belongings, selling your home, and living in the tiniest space possible. The reality is that minimalism is about much more than any specific action you can take and is more of a mindset that you embrace. If you have decided you want to become a minimalist, we offer several physical and emotional steps you can take towards this goal below. Start

Are you resolving to declutter your home in the new year, but having a hard time finding a place for your sentimental possessions? A great solution is to put items such as sports memorabilia, vintage vinyl records, old vacation souvenirs, or even your wine collection in a climate controlled storage unit. By placing them in storage, you can cut down on clutter in your home while still holding on to the possessions that are most meaningful to you. Here are a few tips to help you store those items safely and

What do you do with your vintage china, record player, paintings, or even fur coats that you inherited from your grandparents? They may hold great sentimental value, in some cases, collectors may even value them for a lot of money. If you're not ready to sell, you'll need to preserve them yourself. Explore some tested tips to help you store expensive, fragile items securely. CHOSE SAFE STORAGE FOR VALUABLE AND FRAGILE ITEMS The best choices for secure storage of valuables may depend upon the nature of those items. Machines, appliances, artwork,

Maybe you need a place to house that collection of stuff you plan to sell on eBay, eventually. Perhaps, you're between permanent housing and need to store the bulk of your belongings. In whatever case, having access to self-storage is highly advantageous and convenient. Most people look at picking a storage unit as they would look at picking a plumber; they simply go to Google or the local listings and take a shot in the dark. However, before you make a choice about where you store your belongings, it's best if

Do you have bottles of wine piling up in closets and dark corners around your house? Do you find yourself reaching for cleaning products under the sink and pull out a bottle of fine red instead? There’s nothing better than coming home from a grueling day and having a nice glass of wine to kick back and relax. Especially when you are sipping from a high-quality bottle from your collection, rather than a clearance bottle from the local grocery mart. But what if your prestigious collection is taking over your home?