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Always clean and thoroughly dry appliances before storing. (Placing a receptacle of salt inside freezers and refrigerators will help absorb moisture). |
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Always pack books flat in small boxes for easy lifting. |
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Always pack mirrors on edge, not flat. Protect them by packing individually with strong cardboard. |
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Always use plenty of packing paper for china and glasses. Each item should be wrapped individually. |
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Always protect upholstered furniture and mattresses with specially designed plastic covers or sheets and blankest. Place a pallet, cardboard mat or plastic sheet underneath. |
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When storing wood furniture, place a receptacle of water in unit to add moisture. |
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To maximize storage space use uniform size boxes. |
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Store heaviest boxes on bottom. All boxes should be full before stacking. |
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Leave air space around units perimeter to aid in ventilation. For ease of locating items leave a walkway to the rear of space. Store frequently used items up front. |
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Cover all your stored possessions with a plastic sheet. (Allow for ventilation when using plastic covers). |
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Always put an insect and rodent control in your unit. |
