Shifting towards greener habits isn’t just for the granola crowd anymore. As the winds of change blow us in the direction of sustainability, even our mini price storage locations habit are under the microscope. Yup, it’s time to spruce up our storage game with an eco-friendly twist! You’d think storing all your stuff out of sight means they’re out of mind—and for the environment, too. Not a prayer. Your storage practices leave a footprint.
First things first: box battles. Cardboard is so original when it comes to storage, but you really don’t have to join the ranks of people playing with the mindless cardboard game. Recreate your storage boxes with recycled or biodegradable materials.
Dig out those old gift boxes or reusable totes that scream a hint of eco-chicness to stash your treasures in. Perhaps even add in some fabric storage bins-they add a touch of elegance while doing old Earth’s cleaning up a notch. Though the storage boxes won’t win Oscars for excitement, they sure can score eco-points.
Bubble wrap, move over! We loved you, like an old security blanket, but it’s officially time to pass on. We have seen a greener alternative today: packing peanuts made of cornstarch. I swear they aren’t for snacking-most of the time. Pro-tip: sheets and towels do wonders. Why not wrap your fragile heirlooms in fuzzy hugs? Free, soft, sustainable. It is an eco-friendly trifecta! Location, location, location! Surprise! Ministorage placement matters more than your mother-in-law thinks. Less driving, less fuel used, translates to planet Earth getting to breathe a bit easier. Bonus points if your facility is into solar panels or has a pal who’s into them. Sun’s in abundance, so let’s use it! Remember Marie Kondo? Yeah, she’s applicable here too. Less is more! If you rent storage larger than what you actually need, it’s just saying “Cha-ching!” to dollars and energy costs.
