Seasonal Storage of Garden Equipment and Furniture

The days are getting shorter, the evenings are cooler, and before you know it, autumn will be here. While there’s still time to enjoy the garden, now is also the perfect time to start thinking about where you’ll store your garden furniture and equipment when the weather turns.

Leaving everything outside through the colder, wetter months can mean damaged furniture, rusty tools and equipment that needs replacing come spring. But if your shed, garage or loft is already packed to the rafters, finding somewhere suitable to keep everything can be a challenge.

That’s where Flexible Storage can make seasonal storage much easier.

Why store your garden furniture and equipment?

Garden furniture and equipment can be expensive, and much of it isn't designed to withstand months of rain, frost and damp conditions.

Garden chairs, tables, parasols, barbecues, lawnmowers, gardening tools and other outdoor equipment can all benefit from being stored somewhere dry and secure over winter.

Putting these items into storage can help:

• Protect furniture from the elements by reducing exposure to rain, frost and damp that can cause rust, mould and general deterioration.
• Extend the life of your garden equipment with proper storage meaning less wear and tear over time.
• Keep your garage, shed or garden clear rather than filling every available corner.
• When warmer weather returns, your furniture and equipment is already together and ready to use.
• Avoid unnecessary replacement costs by after expensive garden equipment now to save you money later.

What should you put into seasonal storage?

There’s no one-size-fits-all list when it comes to seasonal storage. It depends on what you have at home and how much space you need.

Common items include:

Garden furniture

Tables, chairs, benches, loungers and outdoor sofas can take up a huge amount of space. If you're not planning to use them during the colder months, moving them into storage keeps them out of the way and protected.

Where possible, clean and dry furniture before storing it. Cushions and fabric items should be particularly well protected from moisture.

Lawn and garden equipment

Lawnmowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers and other garden machinery can be expensive to replace. Giving equipment a clean and preparing it for storage before winter can help keep it in good condition.

Smaller gardening equipment such as spades, forks, shears and other tools can also be stored safely away rather than left exposed to the elements.

Barbecues and outdoor cooking equipment

Barbecue season might be coming to an end, but that doesn't mean your barbecue needs to sit outside all winter. A dry storage unit can give larger outdoor cooking equipment somewhere safe to stay until you're ready to fire it up again.

Parasols, gazebos and accessories

Parasols, gazebos, outdoor heaters and other seasonal accessories can be awkward to store at home because of their size. Moving them into a storage unit can free up valuable space without having to get rid of them.

Don't let your shed become a winter dumping ground

It’s tempting to simply move everything into the shed and shut the door until spring. The problem is that sheds can quickly become overcrowded, making it difficult to find anything when you need it.

A packed shed can also make it harder to organise your gardening equipment properly. Whereas with a storage unit, you can keep seasonal items together while leaving your shed available for the things you actually use throughout autumn and winter.

Flexible storage for changing seasons

One of the biggest advantages of self storage is that you don't necessarily need the same amount of space all year round.

You might need extra space during the summer for garden furniture, bikes and outdoor equipment, but much less during the winter. With Flexible Storage, you can choose a unit that suits what you need to store and change your requirements as the seasons change.

Instead of paying for a larger permanent space at home, you can use storage when it makes sense for you.

Get your garden ready for autumn

You don't have to wait until the first cold snap to start preparing your garden for winter.

As summer draws to a close, take a look at what you have outside and decide what you won't need over the coming months. Clean it, prepare it and move it somewhere suitable before the autumn weather arrives.

Whether you're storing a few garden chairs or a whole collection of furniture and equipment, Flexible Storage can give you the extra space you need without making a long-term commitment.

Ready to clear some space before autumn arrives? Get in touch with your local Flexible Storage site to find a storage unit that works for you.