Category: Personal Storage

This month at Edinburgh Self Storage, we’re going back to basics with a look at the birth and growth of self storage facilities in the UK.   The UK is home to over 1,500 self storage facilities. To put that into context, there are more self storage sites in the UK than there are McDonalds. But…

We know it’s not the cheeriest thing to be thinking about in October, but it’s time we started thinking about getting ready for winter and preparing our homes for the inevitable colder months ahead.  Research from UK insurance companies found that 70 per cent of us don’t carry out this essential preparation, and can be…

So what’s the difference? One is more or less the opposite of the other.  On the surface, you’d think that minimalists might just prefer to keep a zero clutter house – or office – and this applies equally to home offices and shared workspaces. But many of us are now opting for a less consumerist…

If you’re moving home, in between homes or going on extended holiday you might find self-storage useful, so you can rest in the knowledge that your belongings are safe and secure. Stress-free storage with Edinburgh Self Storage As with most things in life, preparation is key, so we’ve prepared this brief guide to prepare your…

Whatever your travel plans for summer, there will most likely be some packing involved. If it’s a staycation – well, we need to be mindful of the vagaries of the British weather and pack accordingly. We like to think we’re quite good at packing here at Edinburgh Self Storage – it’s kind of our business…

There are so many reasons why you should choose Edinburgh Self Storage for your self storage needs – but here are our top ten. Our state of the art, digital security facilities makes Edinburgh Self Storage your first choice for storage in Edinburgh and beyond. We’re open seven days a week and you can access…

The world of self-storage has moved on a lot since its early days, although over the years, Hollywood has done little to dispel the myth that storage units were dark scary places hiding terrifying secrets. You’ll be relieved to know that they’re now bright, modern facilities with state of the art access and technology. That…

With its long and bloody history, Edinburgh’s a spooky place to be at Halloween – although arguably it’s a spooky city all year round with its dungeons, tales of hauntings at the ancient Castle, and a plethora of places scary enough to chill you to the bone. This Halloween, there’s lots to do if you’re…

Summer officially ends on Sunday 23rd September in the northern hemisphere and autumn begins. The turn of the season is always a good time to review your wardrobe so we’ve rounded up some tips for you in this month’s blog post. There are many suggestions on how to organise and optimise your wardrobe – from…

Ever considered a side hustle? In these days of financial uncertainty, it’s increasingly less likely that we’ll have a reliable pension when the time comes. That’s why more and more people are starting a ‘side hustle’ – a part time business that can fulfil many functions. Saving for kids’ university days, retirement, paying off mortgage…

It’s hard to ignore the omnipresent chatter recommending that we declutter, downsize, detox, diet, organise and optimise our lives and our homes. Apparently there are, according to science, some real mental health benefits to decluttering – so maybe there is some truth in the saying that a tidy house leads to a tidy mind. The…

Updated May 2019 The start of the summer is one of the most popular times of year for people to put their house or flat on the market. Lots of people are on the look-out for their next dream property before the start of the next school or university term. Photos for the viewing schedule…

Summer Holidays How often have you been asked recently where you’re going on your holidays? Us too. It’s got us daydreaming about all the ways to spend our precious time off. Some of us fly off to sunny climes for sun, sea and surf. Others nip off for a city break taking in a weekend…

It’s that time of year when kids in school start to get a bit giddy. Thoughts turn to the summer holidays stretching out before them. No homework, no teachers and no school uniform. What could be better? The parents among us might not be quite so giddy at the thought but that’s another story! There’s…

Edinburgh Festival As we leave Spring behind, folk in Edinburgh are starting to think about festivals. Not just one festival but a whole load one after the other all through the Summer months. It’s not called The Festival City for nothing. Apparently, all of the festivals combined attract audiences of over 4.5 million people. That…

Edinburgh Self Storage is proud to sponsor the Edinburgh Accies One of the things we’re really excited about at Edinburgh Self Storage is our partnership with Edinburgh Academical Football Club, or Edinburgh Accies as they’re more affectionately known. Despite the name, they’re actually the oldest rugby club in Scotland (and the second oldest in the…

Revised May 2019 What did you get up to for the late Bank Holiday Monday? What do you think of when you think about Bank Holidays – wet weather, traffic jams, crowded beauty spots? The story goes that bank holidays were introduced by a banker in Victorian times who wanted days off to go and…

Why we love a wedding at Edinburgh Self Storage We love a wedding here at Edinburgh Self Storage: the dress, the flowers, the cake, the tears (not to mention the party afterwards). As Most Rev Michael Curry put it at the weekend, “Two young people fell in love, and we all showed up.” Awwww. It’s…

Today, we’re bombarded with ‘life-hacks’ and ‘handy tips’ to help us feel, work and live – better. So, if you’re still battling with a cluttered home, you may well be running out of excuses! You don’t have to be a minimalist to benefit from a cleaner and clearer living space and if you’re not quite…

We marked mid-January this week with the infamous ‘Blue Monday’. Heralded by many as the most miserable day of the year! But if there’s one easy way to lift your spirits during this dreary month, it’s by decluttering your home after Christmas to help kick start the year ahead. This month, we’re sharing our top…

What makes Christmas such a magical time? Maybe we’d all answer this differently. But one thing we can agree on is that Christmas is so much more than the big day itself. The run-up to Christmas is full of excitement and mystery. But how can you keep your festive surprises safe from curious creatures? In…

Christmas is barely a few weeks away and here in Edinburgh we really know how to get into the festive spirit. The city comes alive with Christmas Markets, ice skating in Princess Street Gardens and of course, the festive season goes out with a bang at our legendary Edinburgh Hogmanay Street Party. But with the…

Moving home, despite being one of the most stressful events in life, often coincides with another life-changing event like a new job or a growing family. Having access to a household and personal self storage unit can make preparing to move house much easier for students, couples and families alike. This week, we’re sharing our…

Edinburgh is a vibrant hub of arts and culture all year round, but there’s no better time to visit than during the Edinburgh Festival. Every year thousands of international festival goers descend on Scotland’s capital city to be amused, amazed and entertained throughout August. And yes, for us locals this might mean hailing a taxi…

  Wanderlust can strike at any time of life. And in a world that’s smaller than ever, international travel has become a lifestyle choice – even a necessity – for many people. But what if you have more than troubles to pack up in your old kit bag? Whether you’re embarking on a gap year…

School’s out – and so are you. Whether that’s home for the holidays or off on a summer-long adventure. But what about all that stuff you feel like you just moved into your student halls or university accommodation? If lugging all of your worldly possessions home only to bring them back again in September sounds…

Our explanation of what self storage is, what you can use it for, and what are the features and benefits, as well as points to consider when making the choice to store.

Fed up of tripping over the many chair legs and “Objets d′art” that clutter your house? Here are some handy ways to de-clutter.

While everyone considers how they can eat less, use less energy and buy less, downsizing a house never usually makes the top of anyone’s list.