• Paints, thinners, oils and varnishes
• Ammunition and firearms
• Bottled gas, propane, etc.
• Lamp oil
• All flammables, explosives and corrosives
• Motor fuels and oils
• Nail polish remover
• Bleach
• Sterno
• All aerosol cans
• Matches

Carefule packing is one of the most important aspects of storage. Self-storage units are an extension of your home and with the right organization; they can become more than a place for forgotten items. If packed correctly they can be easily accessible and visited often to free up your home of nonessential items such as holiday decor, out of season sports equipment or extra furniture.

To utilize your storage space it is best to plan ahead. Well-packed household goods stand little chance of being damaged. Also, packing and labeling each room as you pack can help to make unpacking and storage much less of a chore. Organizing and efficiently packing your items takes time and concentration, but is well worth it in the end.

• Use cartons of adequate size and strength.
• Cushion bottom of carton and between layers when packing fragile items.
• Wrap all fragile items individually.
• Pack heavier items in lower layers, lighter items in upper layers.
• Paper cushioning absorbs shock. Be generous.
• Loose packing creates damage. Make sure items are firmly packed.
• Do not overfill carton. Top should close easily without bulging.
• Use "PVC"or "strapping tape" to guard against carton bursting open in transit.

For your convenience, boxes, tape and all necessary packing items are available for purchase at all four of our Chicagoland storage facilities. Our on-site storage experts are here to help you with all of your packing and storage needs.

Please contact one of our convenient self-storage locations today.

Aaron Brothers Self Storage
4034 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
Directions
773-268-1700

South Shore Self Storage
7843 S. Exchange
Chicago, IL 60649
Directions
773-768-4500

Hyde Park Self Storage
5155 S. Cottage Grove
Chicago, IL 60615
Directions
773-955-5500

83rd & Halsted Self Storage, Inc.
8316 S. Birkhoff Ave
Chicago, IL 60620
Directions
773-783-1900