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How Self-Storage Can Help You While Moving

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How Self-Storage Can Help You While Moving

Self-storage can be a valuable resource when you're in the process of moving. Whether you're relocating, downsizing, or simply need temporary storage for your belongings. Self-storage facilities offer several benefits that can make your move smoother and less stressful. Here's how self-storage can help you during a move: Temporary storage solution: Self-storage units provide a secure and convenient place to store your belongings while you're in the transition phase of moving. This can be particularly helpful if there's a gap between when you need to move out of your current home and when you can move into your new one....

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Some tips to help speed up the packing process

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Some tips to help speed up the packing process

PACKING TAKES AGES. Do not under-estimate how big the job will be. Start early Make a packing list Order packing supplies Room labels are genius! Enlist help Sort and de-clutter Pack systematically Make sure they're well-labelled in case you have to go back and find something after you've packed it.  Don’t underestimate how long garages and sheds take to pack. It can be days. Plus tip runs, you’ll do loads. It’s a huge job. Remember, packing doesn't have to be a stressful experience. By planning ahead, staying organised you can make the process much smoother and quicker.

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Wine in the Post? How to Package a Parcel Safely & Effectively

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Wine in the Post? How to Package a Parcel Safely & Effectively

Here are some tips on how to package a parcel safely and effectively when shipping wine: Use a sturdy box that is the right size for the wine bottle. Wrap the wine bottle in bubble wrap or packing paper. Fill any empty space in the box with packing peanuts or crumpled newspaper. Seal the box with packing tape. Label the box with "Fragile" and "This Way Up". Ship the parcel via a reputable shipping company. It is also a good idea to purchase shipping insurance in case the wine bottle is damaged in transit.

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Let your wonderful Mum know how much she means to you

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Let your wonderful Mum know how much she means to you

Mother's Day falls on Sunday, 19th March. Why not show her how much she means and treat her to a gift of a specialty wine or maybe a bottle of champagne. Gift your bottle in a secure bottle box, we stock an extensive range of alcohol packaging. So if you're shipping a wine, gin, champagne, whisky or vodka bottles within the UK why not try us! Packaging is available from stock for single, twin & triple bottle kits. Next working day delivery available.

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Wrap gifts with low-waste all year round

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Wrap gifts with low-waste all year round

Believing that small changes can make a big impact on the environment.  Last year the team at Bags of Room pledged to source and stock from suppliers whose products are responsibly produced with a minimal carbon foot-print. Where possible, we have undertaken the task to replace our stock items with lines that are recyclable and/or biodegradable. Bags of Room are currently in the process of sourcing items that will make excellent substitutes for most of our popular lines. That task is still on-going but, by the end of 2022, we intend to be very close to our target.

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