Storage Tips for Students

One thing about life in a hostel during school term is having to make do with the limited space available. Unlike being at home where you have the luxury of storing your belongings almost anywhere, you will find yourself suffocating your things at every nook and cranny. In addition, you will have to share the space with a roommate as well.

It is important to keep your hostel neat to promote a good night’s sleep as well as provide a conducive environment for studying. Here are some ways to make the most of the little space available:

Pack light


We all know the term “travel light”, and it can be applied here as well. Try not to bring heavy and bulky items with you when moving in because they take up a lot of space. For example, you may think bringing a printer with you will save you a lot of trouble. It may be useful if you need to print things in bulk for a reasonable number of students, but if you do not need as many copies, it is best to use the school’s services to conserve space.

Shrink everything
Items such as vacuum cleaners, shoe racks, drying racks and book shelves may be necessities as you are expected to keep your room clean. But upon purchasing these, think about the size of your room. You can look for a miniature vacuum cleaner with a collapsible handle and without vacuum bags.

Opt for more lightweight and smaller drying racks and book shelves so that they can be easily removed when moving out. And instead of using shoe racks, consider a shoe holder that goes on the back of the door to create convenient shoe storage.

Making the most out of the space available
Instead of taking up too much floor space, install simple shelves for luggage, sports equipment, musical instruments and other large items that cannot fit in your closet. You can also utilise the space above your closet.

Ultimately, if you still find yourself lacking in space at your hostel, you may want to consider sourcing for storage facilities. It is understandable that as a student cost is an issue, but Singapore self storage providers have made it affordable and hassle-free for students who want to store their personal belongings.

Find a friend with similar storage needs so that you can share the costs.

Choose the appropriate storage size that meets your needs. Self storage facilities offer various sizes ranging from large lockers for students and backpackers and small 16 sq. ft. walk in storage units which can store a few boxes, to big 450 sq. ft. units which are suitable for large furniture.

Source for the most convenient location and decide on which storage facility you want to rent. Singapore self storage providers have their facilities strategically located island wide to make your belongings highly accessible as and when you need them.

Pack the items you want to store neatly in boxes and label them accordingly. This makes finding what you need easier later on. Using uniform-sized boxes is recommended for easier stacking and prevention of toppling. Shelves can also be bought and used in the self storage unit.

You can either move your items in straight or reserve a unit for later, but it is best to check on the unit sizes available in advance.

If you are worrying about the renting period, fret not, as Singapore self storage facilities have flexible rent periods. This will be very useful to university students who have to temporarily vacate their hostels during school holidays. Storage period can be as short as just two weeks.

Not only can you have a peace of mind that your belongings are safe with the security systems in check, but also having 24/7 access to your storage unit to retrieve and put in things as and when you like.