Summer furniture storage dilemma

Once you’ve decided to store your garden furniture over the winter, the next step is choosing the right unit size. Too small, and you’ll struggle to fit everything safely. Too large, and you could be paying for space you don’t need. The key is finding a size that allows you to store your items securely, with enough room for airflow and easy access when summer returns.

📦 Choosing the Right Storage Unit Size

Not sure what size unit you’ll need? It all depends on how much outdoor furniture you’ve invested in—but here’s a simple guide to help:

🔹 Small Unit (10–25 sq ft)

✅ Ideal if you just need to clear space without storing bulky items

🔹 Medium Unit (35–75 sq ft)

• A full patio set (table + 4–6 chairs)
• Parasols and bases
• Compact outdoor bars or storage benches

✅ Great for most households with a standard garden setup

🔹 Large Unit (100+ sq ft)

• Large outdoor dining sets or sectional sofas
• Full garden bar setups
• Multiple furniture pieces, BBQs, and accessories

✅ Best if you’ve created a full outdoor living space and want everything stored safely together

💡 Top Tip:

If you’re unsure, it’s usually better to go slightly larger than you think, because this allows for better air flow, easy access to items and safer stacking!

Find out more about self storage by either calling our customer support team 0330 202 0602 for advice on the size of unit you need or visiting one of our 30+ locations

Find our seasonal storage checklist right here.

~Self Storage Made Easy with US Storage Company~