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vendredi 20 novembre 2009

Calculating The Size Of Storage Unit You Need

By Edna Taylor

It is almost always necessary to use a self storage unit to store your things when you move, downsize or travel for an extended period of time. What are your space requirements?

In case the storage space is not big enough, you'll need to move up to a larger one and waste time transferring your items. In case it's too large you will be paying for room you don't need. The following guidelines should help you figure out what size storage space you require.

- a five foot square unit is equal to 25 square feet of space.

This represents the size of a modest walk-in closet. Five feet is not much room, so only boxes and a few items can be stored here.

- a 5 by 10 foot self storage unit is equal to 50 square feet in size.

This is relatively the same dimension as a big walk-in closet. This will accommodate a few big pieces like a sofa, chest and bed, along with plenty of packages and small things. You will get the most out of your storage area by using the room along the walls and ceiling to put in shelves.

- 5 by 15 foot self storage unit - 75 square feet

All the contents of a studio or small one bedroom apartment could be stored in this size unit. It can hold the belongings of two people who do not have an over abundance of things.

- 10' x 10' self storage unit - 100 square feet

This is equivalent in size to a regular single vehicle garage. It will adequately accommodate the items from a two-bedroom apartment, the personal effects of two individuals or even a car or boat. If you are going to use it for this purpose, be certain to choose a storage unit that opens to the outside and not in a passageway.

- 10' x 15' self storage unit - 150 square feet

Larger in size than a one car garage, this storage space can accommodate all the contents of a three bedroom apartment or home, with room to spare for other items like motorcycles and exercise equipment.

- a 10 by 20 foot self storage unit is equal to 200 square feet of space.

This unit is approximately the size of a two car garage. An automobile, truck, boat or RV could be stored in it, in addition to some furniture and boxes. The contents of a large three bedroom home or apartment can easily be accommodated in this storage space with room to spare. It is ideal for households containing four or more individuals.

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