If you\u2019re a literature lover like us, chances are you\u2019ve collected many books throughout the years. From childhood classics to modern thrillers, books can take up a serious amount of space in your home\u2014especially if you\u2019re an avid reader. When it comes time to move, dealing with stacks of heavy books can cause an immense amount of stress.<\/p>\n
Getting rid of your books is out of the question. (Trust us, we couldn\u2019t get rid of our books, either.) So, how do you go about making the book moving process easier? As packing and moving are kind of our thing, we\u2019ve created this guide so you can find the best ways to pack books for storage all in one place\u2014ensuring you get to keep all your prized hardcovers and first editions forever!<\/p>\n
Unless you live in a mansion and have your own library, you probably can\u2019t keep every one of your books on shelves in your home. Instead of filling up your closets, dressers, and end tables with a bounty of books, you could gain the library annex you need with a self storage unit at StorageMart.<\/p>\n
Moisture is the sworn enemy of books because it can lead to mold and mildew. Fluctuations in temperatures can speed up the deterioration of paper, too. Utilizing a climate-controlled storage unit where the temperature is maintained at a consistent level is essential to the health of your book collection.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve reserved your new library (that is, climate-controlled self storage unit) online, you can start packing up your books!<\/p>\n
Use clean, sturdy boxes if you\u2019re planning on packing up your books. Most StorageMart locations offer packing and moving boxes ideal for holding books. Using boxes that are all the same size will also make stacking them easier.<\/p>\n
Make sure your books are all clean and dry before putting them into storage. Be certain that bugs have not laid eggs between the pages (it happens), and remove items like bookmarks, photographs, or pieces of paper.<\/p>\n
Organize your books before you start packing them up. This will make labeling your boxes (and finding a particular book or type of book later on) much, much easier.<\/p>\n
Use blank newsprint to wrap books, as this will prevent them from sticking to one another. However, stay away from using printed newspaper, as this can lead to ink bleeding onto your books.<\/p>\n
Always pack books lying flat or standing upright (never on their spine), with spines alternating between facing right and left. Lay heavier books in the bottom of the box and work your way up to the smaller, lighter paperbacks. Don\u2019t pack your boxes so full they\u2019ll be difficult to move or potentially dangerous if a stack were to fall over.<\/p>\n
With these tips on the best ways to pack books for storage, you can ensure your valuable collection of literature stays safe during your move. Reserve your climate controlled storage unit at StorageMart<\/strong><\/a> today to grow your library!<\/p>\n Updated February 13, 2020<\/em><\/p>\n