The seasonal change is one of those moments that many find tiring and chaotic: wardrobes to empty, clothes to put away, sports equipment to arrange, and bulky items to find a free space for somewhere in the house.
However, with a bit of organization, this activity can turn into a great opportunity to tidy up, free up space, and prepare for the new season in the best possible way.
Organizing Clothes: Decluttering and Method
Step 1: Sorting and Cleaning
The first step is to completely empty your closets and drawers, so you get a full picture of what you own. Divide your clothes into three categories:
- Keep: clothes you’ll use in the coming season or want to store long-term.
- Donate/Sell: items still in good condition but you no longer wear.
- Throw away/Recycle: damaged or unusable clothes.
Before putting clothes away, wash or have them cleaned. Invisible stains, perfumes, or traces of sweat can attract moths and damage fabrics. Now is also the perfect time for small repairs: buttons, zippers, seams.
Step 2: Smart Storage
- Proper containers: use clear plastic boxes with lids or vacuum bags for bulky items like duvets and blankets.
- Labeling: clearly indicate the contents (e.g. “Winter sweaters,” “Children’s summer clothes”).
- Moth protection: dried lavender or cedar wood are excellent natural remedies.
- Location: choose cool, dry places, avoiding direct sunlight. Spaces like the top of the wardrobe or under-bed drawers are ideal.
Sports Equipment and Bulky Items
Apart from clothes, the seasonal change also includes sports equipment and items that take up a lot of space.
Cleaning and Inventory
Before storing, carefully clean and dry bicycles, boots, skis, wetsuits, or snowboards. For example, ski boots should be stored fastened to keep their shape.
Home Storage Solutions
- Vertical space: use wall hooks and mounts for bikes, skis, and boards to free up floor space.
- Shelving and pegboards: perfect for helmets, gloves, balls, and small accessories.
- Sturdy containers: ideal for camping gear, balls, or rackets.
- Sorting by sport: keep items for the same activity together so you can find them more easily.
Tips for Better Space Management at Home
- Use under-bed space: perfect for low boxes and pull-out drawers.
- Multifunctional furniture: ottomans and storage benches are excellent space-saving solutions.
- Don’t overload: avoid compressing vacuum bags too much to prevent fabric damage.
- Go by zones: tackle one wardrobe or room at a time to keep control of the activity.
How the Hotel of Things Simplifies the Seasonal Change
Even with the best organization, home space is often not enough to store all your seasonal items.
This is where Casaforte self storage comes into play, a practical solution for anyone who wants to live in a tidier, freer home.
The Advantages of Self Storage for Seasonal Change
- Customized extra space: you can choose the right-sized box for clothes, sports equipment, or seasonal furniture.
- Flexible contracts: Casaforte’s contracts let you pay only for the period you need.
- Guaranteed security: boxes are under video surveillance and have controlled access for maximum protection.
- Optimal conditions: dry, well-ventilated spaces, ideal for fabrics, books, or sensitive objects.
Practical Ideas for Using Self Storage
- Wardrobe switch: store off-season clothes in labeled boxes to free up space at home.
- Sports equipment: skis, snowboards, bikes, and boards can be kept in a box until the next season.
- Bulky items: garden chairs, barbecues, or kids’ inflatables find their place in temporary storage.
- Seasonal rotation: easily retrieve what you need when the season changes.
A Real-Life Example: The Bernasconi Family from Bellinzona
The Bernasconi family lives in an apartment in Bellinzona. Every seasonal change used to be a nightmare: wardrobes overflowing, garage cluttered with bikes, skis, and camping gear.
After discovering Casaforte self storage, they decided to rent a small box near home. Now they use the box as an extra “seasonal wardrobe”: in winter they store summer gear and vice versa.
This way, their home stays tidy and functional, without sacrificing hobbies or the comfort of their living spaces.
Casaforte Self Storage for the Seasonal Change
Organizing clothes, sports equipment, and bulky items during the seasonal change requires method and plenty of patience, but luckily there’s a much easier and more practical solution.
When space at home isn’t enough, Casaforte’s Hotel of Things is the ideal answer: it offers secure, flexible, and easily accessible boxes – perfect for clearing out your home or garage and making the transition from one season to another much easier.