Thursday, October 29, 2015

How to Store Halloween Decorations





How to Store Halloween Decorations

Halloween decorations are fun, scary, and sometimes really big! Deciding where to put all the spider webbing and fake coffins to get just the right reaction from trick-or-treaters is half the fun!

But when it comes to changing out all the ghosts and goblins for pilgrims and cornucopias, what do you do with all that stuff? At TNT Moving Systems, we know a thing or two about packing and storing things. Here are some tips on how to store your Halloween decorations:

 Lights
The best way to store lights is to wrap them around a piece of cardboard to keep them from tangling. Nowadays, they do sell fancy light storage wheels that prevent lights from tangling or breaking, but they are only necessary if you have a lot of lights. Wrapping a strand of lights around an empty paper towel roll works just a well. 

Knickknacks
Small items like ceramic figurines or plastic pumpkins can easily be stored in storage bins. Look for storage bins that have dividers or use a tackle box. The dividers will prevent the knickknacks from bumping into each other and breaking.
 
Large Items

Keeping the boxes for large decorations is a good idea. You can easily fit them back into the original box. We recommend storing the items so that the things you need first are on top. This will make it easier next year when you are unpacking them. If you didn’t keep the box, consider getting large orange plastic bins to store your Halloween items. They even make clear orage bins so you can see what’s inside without opening it. 

Halloween Costumes

Storing costumes can be tricky because you want to keep them intact. After the fun of trick or treating, wash the washable parts of the costume and store in a garment bag. For extra-large costumes, store them in vacuum sealed storage bags. This will help keep your costumes dry and dust-free for years to come.

If you need more space in storing your decorations, consider getting a storage unit. And when it comes time to move all your belongings, including your decorations, be sure to call us for a free quote- 704-523-1155.

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