How Many Bedrooms Fit In A 10x15 Storage Unit?
Roughly 2-3 bedroom’s worth of items can fit in a 10x15 storage unit, depending on the volume of items, efficiency of packing and height of the storage unit.
When packing up your home for storage, it can be difficult to be sure of exactly what dimensions you need. A 10x15 storage unit might be a good fit if you’re packing up a 2- bedroom home or a small 3-bedroom property.
If you need advice, The Box Co. can help. Our team of storage experts is on hand to help you find the best, most affordable storage option to suit your exact requirements. Get in touch today!
How Big Is A 10x15 Storage Unit?
A 10x15 storage unit has a width of 10 feet and length of 15 feet, offering 150 square feet in total of floor space. Standard 10x15 storage units have a height of 8 feet, with a total of 1,200 cubic feet of volume.
It is the equivalent to the size of a large bedroom or a standard garage making it a good fit for a two- or three-bedroom home - including furniture of two or three bedrooms as well as living room furniture and kitchen appliances.
What Could Fit In A 10x15 Storage Unit?
Lots of things could fit in a 10x15 storage unit leaving plenty of flexibility for what you might want to store. Here are just some of the items that could fit in a 10x15 storage unit:
Furniture
Both small and large furniture items could fit in a 10x15 storage unit including bedroom sets, mattresses, bed frames, bedside tables, dressers, sofas, armchairs, coffee tables and dining tables and chairs. The volume of furniture you’d typically have in a two or three bedroom house could usually fit in a 10x15 storage unit.
Appliances
Kitchen appliances and white goods such as dishwashers, refrigerators and washing machines - as well as small appliances like blenders - could fit, depending on the volume of items and exact sizes.
Storage Boxes
If you want to consider storage by-the-box, around 40-60 medium-large storage boxes could fit in a 10x15 storage unit, with room for some additional items. This will also depend on how efficiently the boxes are packed.
Specific Items
You may have more specific requirements such as a need for motorcycle storage, storage of wines or musical instrument storage. All of these items could fit neatly in a 10x15 storage unit but could limit the remaining space if you still need to pack up an entire home.
How To Maximise Space In A 10x15 Storage Unit?
To maximise space in a 10x15 storage unit you’ll need to:
Optimise The High Ceilings
Most 10x15 storage units have a ceiling height of 8 feet, allowing for vertical stacking. Make sure to take advantage of this, using shelves and stacking boxes on top of each other as high as you can.
Store Furniture In Parts
To store furniture, it’s advisable to disassemble it before storage. Whether its beds, tables or chairs, storing it in pieces could save a great deal of space. Hiring professional movers at the other end means you have people on hand to help you reassemble it properly too.
Consider Climate-Controlled Storage
When storing your items, you’ll want to keep them protected from the elements - especially for more delicate items or for materials that are more sensitive to changes in temperature.
Take extra care to pack your delicate items and to protect furniture from mould, make sure to treat your furniture items before putting them in storage. Climate-controlled storage helps maintain a stable temperature and humidity level to avoid damp, mould or damage including heated storage in the winter.
Is A 10x15 Storage Unit Suitable For 3 Bedrooms Or More?
Probably not. If you are storing items from a house with more than 3 bedrooms, you might need to look for storage units that are bigger than 10x15; however, this will depend on the volume of items you have.
In some cases, you may be able to store the items of a 3-bedroom house in a 10x15 storage unit, especially if the house is on the smaller side or you don’t have an excess of items.
For properties of 4 or more bedrooms, you might want to consider a large storage unit such as 10x20 or 10x30 to allow extra space for additional items.
If you’re unsure, talk to our team of friendly storage experts at The Box Co. We can help you find the exact fit for your storage requirements.
Is It Expensive To Store Items In A 10x15 Storage Unit?
Storing in a 10x15 storage unit could cost around £100 to £200 monthly depending on a range of factors such as storage company, location and additional features like climate control. It’s always sensible to shop around and get a range of quotes before choosing which storage facility is right for you.
To keep costs lower, there are alternatives available such as:
Storage by the box - rather than paying for an entire storage unit, you pay for the amount of boxes you store which can work out to be more affordable and more convenient too.
Store with friends/family - if you just need a short-term storage solution, it might be worth asking around to see if any friends or family would mind you storing your items temporarily.
Use additional spaces at home - for homes with garages, sheds, attics or basements, you could use these spaces temporarily for your storage needs.
Find The Right Storage With The Box Co.
At The Box Co., we know the challenges of finding the right storage size. Whether you need a 10x15 storage unit or something else, we’ll help you find the most affordable storage solution to match your needs.
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