Halloween Decoration Storage

Whether you are decorating for Thanksgiving, the December holidays, Easter, or Halloween, the holidays seem to come faster and faster each year. When it comes to Halloween, all the decorations and costumes will soon consume your home. Skeletons, ghosts, spider webs, and more will be covering most surfaces in homes, stores, and restaurants. So what happens when the holiday has come and gone, and now it’s time to figure out your Halloween decoration storage plans? Heroes Moving & Storage can help.

Our storage services include a high-quality HVAC system to keep our units climate-controlled and protect whatever our customers need to store. We also offer both long and short-term storage solutions. 

7 Top Tips for Halloween Decoration Storage

The experts at Heroes Moving & Storage have put together seven of the best Halloween decoration storage tips to keep your spooky stash safe and organized.

Tip #1: Use Easily Identifiable Storage Containers

Most people store their decorations in cardboard boxes. Using cardboard can be an issue because if not labeled clearly, there can easily be confusion about which boxes are for the different holidays. 

Not only are cardboard boxes harder to differentiate, but they aren’t as stable as other storage systems. Stacking too many boxes on top of each other could literally end up crashing down. Plus, silverfish and other bugs can easily penetrate cardboard boxes.

Tip #2: Use Easily Identifiable Plastic Bins

Plastic bins are one of the best options for storage because they fit a lot,  are easy to work with, and are easily stacked in storage units or attics. These containers will also protect the decorations from any environmental changes.

You can even use a color-coding system, such as having bins for Halloween. For example, if you are celebrating Christmas, you might consider red or green bins. For those who observe Chanukah, white or blue might be good choices. Each holiday can have its own color. You can also add fun stickers to the containers to make the holiday theming stand out.

Tip #3: Take Inventory for Each Tub

In the same way that you would create a moving checklist when you are moving, you should make a list of what decorations are inside each container as you are packing each bin so that you can keep yourself organized. This list will help you find certain decorations more easily in the future. Then, when you go to repack them, you’ll already know you can use the same bin they came out of.

Tip #4: Use Resealable Plastic Bags for Paper and Fabric Items

To keep more fragile items, like those made of paper or fabric, safe from damage like bugs and moisture, you could also use Halloween Tupperware to keep all the smaller wrapped paper and fabric pieces together.

Tip #5: Label Each Bag With Contents

Labeling everything inside each bag, much like labeling each bin, will help keep you organized and let you know what goes where because it already fits. It will be like a checklist for you every time you unpack and pack the decorations again.

Tip #6: Use Bubble Wrap to Protect Items

When packing fragile items or decorations that are glass or breakable, wrap them in bubble wrap to protect them. Padded envelopes for smaller items are great, too. The more protective layers also mean more space will be taken up in the bins, so plan accordingly.

Tip #7: Place Smaller Items Inside Larger Items

When storing decorations and trying to create more space, the easiest way to do so is to put smaller items inside larger ones. Make sure to secure the items to reduce any rattling or damage to the smaller items.

How Do You Store Large Halloween Decorations?

Oversized props like skeletons, tombstones, or spooky inflatables can be tricky to store. The best method is to disassemble or deflate them completely. Once they’re flattened, place them in large plastic bags or totes with moisture absorbers. Avoid folding pieces with wires, and if possible, keep original boxes for odd-shaped decorations.

Should You Store Halloween Decorations in the Garage?

Storing Halloween decorations in the garage can work if you have weatherproof containers and a space free from extreme temperature swings. However, attics and garages that get very hot or cold could damage delicate items. That’s why many homeowners prefer climate-controlled storage to protect their investment in high-quality decor.

Bonus Tip: Declutter Before You Store

Before packing everything away, take a few minutes to assess what you actually use each year. If something hasn’t been displayed in a while or is no longer your style, consider donating it. Donating unused items helps reduce clutter and frees up space for next year’s finds. Creating a small inventory list while packing can make setup easier the following season.

Need Help With Storage?

If you want to keep your Halloween decorations safe, organized, and out of the way until next year, Heroes Moving & Storage can help. We offer secure, climate-controlled storage that is perfect for seasonal items of all sizes. 

Contact us online or call us at 804-409-0429 today for a free estimate or to learn more about our moving and storage services.

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