Winter is here! The temperature has dropped, the trees have shed their leaves, and Devon’s crisp autumn air has given way to colder days. With temperatures now hovering between 5-11°C, it’s time to make the seasonal swap at your Exeter storage facility – store away your summer items and bring out those cosy winter essentials from your personal storage unit in Exeter!
With energy costs still a major concern for households across Devon, getting your winter items out of storage now can actually help you stay warm without breaking the bank. Those thick jumpers, winter coats, and cosy blankets you stored away last spring? They’re your first line of defence against the cold, and they cost nothing to use!
Here are some of the top recommended items that you may want to take out of your storage unit.
It’s time to switch out your summer wardrobe! Your winter coats, jackets, thermal layers, scarves, gloves and woolly hats have been patiently waiting in your storage unit. These items will help you stay warm and cosy.
It’s time to switch your summer duvet to your thicker, heavier and warmer winter duvet, along with any blankets, shawls and throws you may want to leave around your home. Adding extra throws to your sofa not only keeps you cosy during those chilly evenings but also adds a lovely wintery feel to your home
It’s ski season, do you have any upcoming ski or snowboarding holidays planned? Ski equipment can be bulky and hard to store, which is why our long-term storage options are perfect for seasonal-dependent items, like your winter recreational gear. Get prepared for your winter sports holidays by swapping your BBQs, garden furniture and surfboards for your ski gear!
If your home, like many homes across Exeter and Devon, doesn’t keep in the warm too well, you may want to get any portable heaters or radiators out of your Exeter storage unit. By using a small portable heater or radiator, you can concentrate your efforts (and money) on heating just one room or area of your home, as opposed to boosting your central heating and warming up your entire home.
With Bonfire Night just behind us and Christmas just around the corner, now is the perfect time to get those festive decorations out of your storage unit. Whether it’s your Christmas tree, fairy lights, outdoor decorations or that box of treasured baubles, having them ready now means you can enjoy a stress-free start to the festive period.
Why wait until the last minute? Get ahead of the Christmas rush and transform your home into a winter wonderland early this year.
Learn more about how our containers can help with festive decorations in our blog ‘Exeter storage hire for your Christmas decorations.‘
Winter means more time spent indoors, so now’s the perfect time to retrieve board games, puzzles, books and indoor hobby equipment from your storage unit. Whether it’s family game nights or cosy reading sessions by the fire, these items will help you make the most of those long winter evenings. If you only need access to these items for the winter months, our short-term storage options are perfect for seasonal swaps.
For those who love exploring Devon’s beautiful countryside even in winter, now’s the time to retrieve your waterproof hiking gear, thermal camping equipment and all-weather outdoor clothing from storage. Don’t forget your essential footwear too – Wellington boots, snow boots and sturdy waterproof shoes are crucial for navigating the wet conditions and muddy trails.
With shorter days and longer nights, it’s worth getting out any additional lamps, fairy lights or emergency lighting from storage. Not only do they create a warm, cosy atmosphere, but they’re also practical during power cuts which can occasionally happen during winter storms.
Now that you’re retrieving your winter essentials, it’s the perfect opportunity to clear space at home by storing away summer items. Here’s what should go into your rental unit:
As mentioned in our guide on what you can and can’t put in your Exeter storage unit, make sure items are clean and dry before storing them away for the season.
Making the switch between summer and winter storage doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow these simple steps to make your seasonal swap quick and hassle-free:
If you need help choosing the right size storage unit for your seasonal swaps, check out our blog on what size storage unit you need.
While you’re doing your storage swap, it’s also worth taking a few steps to prepare your home for the colder months:
These simple steps, combined with having your winter essentials to hand, will make your home much more comfortable throughout the season.
Having an Exeter-based personal or business storage unit can be incredibly beneficial and comes with a wide range of benefits, including:
For more information on our competitive pricing, visit our self storage prices page.
Do you think you would benefit from renting an Exeter-based storage unit to store all of your seasonal or lesser-used items? At Your Store Exeter, we have a wide range of cost-effective storage options available for homes and businesses of any size, so that we can provide you with a storage solution which suits your needs.
Contact our friendly team on 01392 253119 or email us at info@yourstoreexeter.co.uk. Get a free quote today and enjoy a clutter-free, cosy winter at home!
