How Big Is A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit?

A 40 square foot storage unit is usually around 350 cubic feet of space and around 5 foot by 8 foot. It’s the equivalent of half a garage or a small garden shed.

If you’re trying to figure out if a 40 square foot storage unit could be enough for what you need, this size unit can usually fit the contents of a home office or overflow from a small apartment. 

At The Box Co., we pride ourselves on finding the perfect storage solution for your needs. We’ll help you find the right size storage unit or another affordable storage solution - whatever your requirements. Talk to our team today to get started! 

 

What Are The Measurements Of A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit?

 

The measurements of a 40 square foot storage unit are usually 8 feet by 5 feet, resulting in around 350 cubic feet (depending on the height of the ceiling). Ceiling heights tend to be around 8-10 feet and the total floor area of the unit lies at around about 40 square feet.

If you picture a small garden shed, this would be roughly the same size as a 40 square foot storage unit. 

 

How Much Does A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit Fit?

 

A 40 square foot storage unit tends to be a popular choice when choosing storage and can fit a range of different items.

When considering what fits in a 40 square foot storage unit, these units are pretty versatile. The can fit: 

Contents of a large wardrobe.

Around half a garage’s worth of items.

A queen-size mattress set with room for additional items.

Furniture like a dresser, chest of drawers and a few chairs.

Home office furniture and additional materials like office supplies.

Overflow items from a 1-bedroom flat or studio.

Small appliances like mini-fridges, vacuum cleaners or microwaves and other kitchen appliances.

10-20 medium sized boxes, depending on box dimensions and efficiency of packing.

Hobby equipment, seasonal decorations or tools.

Student storage like bedding, books and electronics. 

A few suitcases of items.

What Is A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit Right For? 

 

Storage units that are 40 square feet are ideal for things like:

 

Downsizing

The size of a 40 square foot storage unit makes it perfect for overflow items from a house when downsizing to a smaller property. Maybe you’re moving from one property to another and don’t have enough space for everything. This storage unit size could be good for extra bits of furniture, an additional bed or the contents of 1 room. 

 

Renovations

During renovations, you probably want to get the contents of certain rooms out of the way so that you can paint and decorate with fewer obstacles. This size storage unit is great for keeping your space clear so that renovations can go ahead uninterrupted. Once the renovations are done, you can move your items back in. 

 

Student Dorm Storage

This size of storage unit is a perfect student storage solution as it fits the majority of dorm items such as extra furniture, a mini-fridge, bedding and textbooks. It can be a good option for students going home during the holidays or international students who need somewhere to store their items over summers.

 

Seasonal Items

A 40 square foot storage unit is a good fit for seasonal items. This could be for Airbnb hosts needing to store seasonal items like patio furniture, people with seasonal hobbies such as skiing needing to store equipment or tradespeople with seasonal work for storing tools and equipment.

 

How Do I Know If A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit Is The Right Size?

 

If you’re unsure what size storage unit is right for you, here is a rough guide: 

 

 

Of course, this is just a rough guide and the exact size storage unit needed will depend on multiple factors. If you’re unsure, why not talk to our friendly team of storage experts? We’ll help you find a suitable, affordable storage solution catered to your specific needs.

 

How Much Does A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit Typically Cost?

 

40 square foot storage units in the UK can cost from around £53 per month, depending on the storage facility. 

If you’re looking for the most affordable storage option, contact us at The Box Co. Our storage solutions are designed to be as flexible and affordable as possible, including our storage by-the-box options for maximum convenience. 

 

Can A Sofa Or Bed Fit In A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit?

 

Yes, certain furniture items like a sofa or bed can usually fit in a 40 square foot storage unit, depending on the vertical space available. 

Bedroom furniture, such as a queen or double bed, nightstands and a chest of drawers will usually fit in a 40 square foot storage unit. 

A 40 square foot storage unit is also a good option for fitting living room furniture such as a small sofa, coffee table, additional chairs and TV. 

However, this will depend on the exact height of the storage unit and how efficiently the storage items are packed up. If you’re unsure, talk to our team.

 

Is A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit Right For You?

 

A 40 square foot storage unit could be right for you if you want to store overflow from an apartment or house, have one room’s worth of items or want to store a few items of furniture that you can’t store anywhere else. 

It could be a good option for things like dorm room items or seasonal storage - like winter sports equipment or patio furniture.

 

Is It Worth Renting A 40 Square Foot Storage Unit?

 

Sometimes. A 40 square foot storage unit could be worth it if you have multiple pieces of furniture, appliances or other large, bulky items. Paying for a storage unit is worth it if you are able to optimise the space as much as possible, including efficient packaging of your storage. 

However, if you have multiple boxes of items, a 40 square foot storage unit may not be worth it. With storage units, if not efficiently packed you could end up paying for wasted space. Storage solutions such as storage by-the-box could be more cost-effective in this case.

 

Find Your Perfect Storage Unit With The Box Co.

 

At The Box Co., our team of experts are dedicated to finding our clients the best storage solution for their needs. Be it an entire storage unit, specialised storage storage or storage by-the-box, we’ll make sure that you’re getting the most cost-efficient solution to suit your requirements.

Contact us today and we’ll be happy to help you get started.