Whether you’ve just downsized and don’t have the room for your musical instruments at the moment, or your housemates aren’t the biggest fan of the drum kit taking up residence in your lounge room, we’ve got a storage solution that will suit your needs! Here at StoreLocal Busselton, we are committed to making your storage experience hassle-free. Our up-to-date security features, and 7-day access means you can store all your valuable musical instruments and equipment without a worry! To give you the tips and tricks on storing your musical instruments in Busselton, we’ve listed some of our best advice below. No matter the storage duration, preparing your instruments for storage goes a long way. After all, you want to be able to hit that beat or nail that riff without making your family and friends question your future career in the music industry. Using a self storage unit can be handy for a whole myriad of reasons. Whether you’re sick of using the garage to store your instruments or don’t have the room for sound equipment at your current place of business, StoreLocal Busselton has the solution for you. You know your needs better than anyone and we’re here to help — Our Right Size means you only pay for the space you use — ensuring not only that you are saving on cost, but also find the perfect amount of space. Now that we have sorted out all the loose accessories for your musical instruments, let’s get down to the nitty gritty of preparing your items for storage. Are you more into string instruments? Or maybe your music business carries more acoustic and electric guitars than it does drums or percussion instruments. Storing your string instruments for the long-term requires a bit more work than just popping them into their case and leaving them in your storage unit. For instance, loosening the strings will help ensure the neck of your string instrument won’t warp while it’s in storage. Here are our general tips for all your musical equipment:

• Clean, clean, clean! We cannot stress this enough. Pre-existing dust and skin oils transferred from your fingers while you’re strumming that guitar can damage your strings and cause rust build up. Use a special microfibre cloth from a music store for the safest results. Got a brass instrument? Give that baby a bath in some warm soapy water and leave to dry — don’t forget an internal cleaning kit for all those hard to reach places!
• Use hard cases where possible. If you are storing your instrument for a long time, use acid-free tissue paper between the instrument and the case to avoid damaging the finish over time;
• Disassemble your brass instruments and loosen the skins on your drum kit to avoid them over-stretching while they’re in storage; and
• Use padding for delicate instruments, such as towels to cover up a drum kit or bubble wrap around piano legs and pedals. Scratches and scuffs are generally a part of moving, but that doesn’t mean your precious instruments need to suffer from them too!

Have you got something other than musical instruments to store? Your self storage unit can also be the perfect place to keep your massive vinyl record collection safe. What used to just be the standard way to listen to music has seen a huge comeback over the last few years with Millennials now listening to mum and dad’s old records, but even modern day artists are choosing to release albums in this medium too. With the resurgence of the mighty vinyl, we also need to cover how to keep these treasures safe (whether that’s in a storage unit or in your very own home!).

1. Remove dust and fibres with a clean microfibre cloth or use a special anti-static record-cleaning brush. This ensures that the needle won’t catch on anything when you next go to play your tunes;
2. Always store your vinyl records vertically, never lay them flat as you risk warping them. Avoid storing them on an angle either as gravity will eventually bend your record. You can purchase special boxes with grooves to slot your records into to ensure maximum safety; and
3. Store your records somewhere dark and dry. Light exposure won’t just damage the album cover but will eventually damage your record, leading to warped sounds or unplayable records.

Speak To Our Busselton Team Today If you are ready to free up space at home or take advantage of a storage unit to make life easier, give the friendly team a call today. Whether you are a seasoned pro at sizing or unsure of how big a unit you need for your items, we can help you with a customised quote. Don’t forget about our Right Size either — only pay for the space you use! Get in touch with us today!

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Planning is key to a home renovation — this is not a groundbreaking revelation, but it can often be low on the priority list! Planning comes should come into account in every aspect of your project from start to finish. You plan what the finished space will look like, how long it should take and how much money you are willing to spend, but have you planned how your renovation storage will look? Did you just have a “a-ha” moment?

Taking stock of your inventory, furniture, boxes or crates is really important, especially if you’re working room-by-room. You want to be able to jump into your storage space and find what you need quickly. Have a system so you know what goes where, as this will help you move furniture and belongings in and out with ease as you complete each chapter of your home renovation journey.

Our Home Renovation Tips

With this being one of the biggest projects you could undertake in your lifetime, researching smarter (and cheaper!) ways of completing tasks could potentially save you a lot of time. One of the easiest ways to do this is identifying what tasks you can tackle yourself. If you’re going to DIY some of the renovation work, make sure you plan ahead as this will not only help you get the job done, but it can also prevent those little arguments when things go pear-shaped. Before you start, know what tools, resources and equipment you’ll need so there’s no last minute scramble.

Some small DIY home renovation tips we found make big impacts for less work. Try out some of these on your next project:

1. Give the bathroom cabinets a fresh look with some new handles for the cabinet and drawers and a fresh lick of paint — inexpensive and effective;
2. Replace old taps and faucets for an instant facelift;
3. Add mirrors in smaller rooms to create the illusion of space and really open up the area; 
4. Give old or tired furniture new life with a good sanding and a fresh coat of paint, or try staining the piece to give it a deeper, richer look; or
5. Replace old light fixtures with show stealing ones! Sleek modern designs give a room an instant chic look while large graphic shapes can give the place a funky feel.

Speak To Our Team For Home Renovation Storage Options

A home renovation project is no walk in the park. It’s a big job that usually takes longer than expected. Luckily, at StoreLocal Bunbury, there are no lock in contracts which means, even if you only planned on a short-term renovation storage solution, we can easily accommodate long-term storage too. If you know how much you need to store, you can even book your self storage unit online with our simple online reservation system. 

Our Bunbury team can provide custom quotes that suit your renovation needs so don’t hesitate to call us for assistance.

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Owning a trade business can get busy and you don’t want the hassle of storing all of your supplies in your vehicle. Let’s face it, sometimes the tray of the ute or the roof racks don’t provide enough storage for all the tools you carry. Your ute isn’t always the safest place to keep these valuable items either, and we all know tools aren’t cheap! Well, we’ve got the solution for you! Formerly known as Broadway Storage, StoreLocal Ellenbrook offers a variety of storage units perfect for storing all your tools. Having your own storage unit for your business doesn’t just free up space in your vehicle, it also allows your business to have a central place for your workmates to stop in and grab tools on their way to a job. That sweet, sweet 24/7 access also means that you can come and collect your supplies whenever you need them and don’t have to worry about closing times while you’re busy finishing up your own work. With our Right Size, we also ensure that you’re never paying for space that you’re not using.

Storing Your Tools At StoreLocal Ellenbrook

    With a central location like StoreLocal Ellenbrook, located just five minutes from Ellenbrook Central, your new tool storage shed is easy to access and affordable. By renting the right sized storage shed, you can kit out your makeshift warehouse to ensure your tool storage works for you. Storage shelving, tool boxes and kits or hangers are perfect additions to your storage unit to maximise the space and keep everything organised. There’s even a few creative ways to play around with the storage within your public self storage unit, like using cutlery drawers to sort your tools! Check out some clever ways to organise your tools here. Storing your tools might sound like the easiest thing in the world, but there’s a bit of preparation involved to make sure your tools stay in top shape and there’s no risk nasty surprises, like rust. Ensuring your tools and accessories have been properly cleaned, dried and packed away is fundamental to the longevity of your tools while they’re being stored away. Once cleaned, it is always a good idea to use machine oil or spray lubricant on a soft cloth to ensure the metal parts of your equipment are protected from dust and rust.

Prepping Your Tools For Self Storage

Whether your tools are going into one of our storage units for the long or short term, you want to keep them in good condition. You might also want to share these tips with your workmates to make sure that everything stays the way you left it! We’ve scoured the internet for you to find the best advice for long or short term storage and found a few handy tips. Here’s how to access self storage and prep all your equipment for the best results while in storage.

1. Give every single tool and accessory the best clean it has ever had. If your tools are going to be coming in and going out on daily jobs, this won’t be applicable to you. 
2. A good clean ensures all plaster, dirt and moisture is removed and leaves your tools at less risk of rusting. 
3. Clean the tools with a damp rag and if you have any particularly stubborn spots, a small amount of vinegar will help break this up. 
4. Use a clean cloth to dry each part thoroughly to ensure there is no moisture remaining on any section of the tools.
5. Lubricate all the metal parts of the tools generously. Need more tips? Check out this blog for an in depth look at preparing your tools. 
6. Tools all clean and prepped? Now it’s time to find a storage facility that meets your needs. StoreLocal Ellenbrook has a large variety of storage unit sizes to make sure you can store all of your tools, click here to book online.

Your friendly team at StoreLocal Ellenbrook will be able to assist you in finding the right sized unit for your tools and equipment. Once you have reserved your storage shed and moved in, you can enjoy 24/7 access to a secure, clean and professional storage facility. Workmates need access? No worries at all! By providing your own padlock, you control who has access to the storage unit at all times. It also makes it super easy to swing by and pick up necessary supplies before heading off to a job for the day. Need storage items within your shed? Our box shop also provides handy packaging supplies to ensure your tools are kept together and protected from scratches and bumps.
At StoreLocal Ellenbrook, we value your time and that is why we have made the process of organising your storage unit as simple as possible. You are the expert on what tools and equipment you need to store and how that looks for your business, which is why our online booking system makes it easy. You can choose your own storage shed size according to your needs and fill in all the information required from the comfort of your own space. If you have specific storage requirements, call us at (08) 6120 0000 and we’ll help you find a customised solution.  

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