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125 Things You Can Put in a Storage Unit

Ever wondered what you might need with a storage unit? Well, there are a ton of things you can put into one and in the process make room in your home, garage, basement, or backyard. To help you visualize your possessions better, we’ve put together this list of 125 things you can put into a storage unit. This is by no means a complete list. But just a primer to get your decluttering brain turned on. Enjoy!

Sporting Equipment

close up picture of golf clubs in a golf bag

  1. Golf Clubs
  2. Snow Skis
  3. Water Skis
  4. Kayak
  5. Canoe
  6. Climbing gear
  7. Bowling ball
  8. Hockey equipment
  9. Football equipment
  10. Soccer equipment
  11. La Crosse equipment
  12. Fencing equipment
  13. Baseball equipment
  14. Surfboards
  15. Wakeboards
  16. Small Sailboat
  17. Weightlifting equipment
  18. Track & Field equipment
  19. Tennis Rackets/Balls
  20. Volleyballs and Nets

Furniture

picture of sofa and chair

  1. Sofas
  2. Loveseats
  3. Futons
  4. Recliners
  5. Occasional Chairs
  6. Lamps
  7. Coffee Tables
  8. Side Tables
  9. Sofa Tables
  10. Chaise Lounges
  11. TV Stands
  12. Mattresses/Boxsprings
  13. Nightstands
  14. Headboards/Footboards
  15. Bed Frames
  16. Cribs
  17. Bunkbeds
  18. Mirrors
  19. Dressers
  20. Armoire
  21. Rugs
  22. Bathroom Vanities
  23. Accent Chairs
  24. Ottomans
  25. Desks
  26. Filing Cabinets
  27. Bookcases
  28. Office Chairs
  29. Hall Trees
  30. Storage Benches
  31. Shoe Racks
  32. Coat Racks
  33. Room Dividers
  34. Decorative Trunks
  35. Dining/Kitchen Table & Chairs
  36. Bar Stools
  37. Sideboards/Buffets
  38. China Cabinets
  39. Dining Hutches
  40. Kitchen Islands
  41. Curio Cabinets
  42. Food Pantries

Outdoor

picture of outdoor sofa and table

  1. Patio Table & Chairs
  2. Outdoor Sofas
  3. Outdoor Loveseats
  4. Bistro Sets
  5. Chaise lounge chairs
  6. Adirondack Chairs
  7. Outdoor side tables
  8. Outdoor Rugs
  9. Hammocks/Hammock Stands
  10. Outdoor Décor
  11. Storage benches
  12. Firepits
  13. Grills
  14. Lawn equipment
  15. Playground equipment
  16. Camping Gear
  17. RVs
  18. Tent Trailers
  19. Coolers
  20. Ladders

Appliances

cat pushing buttons on a dryer

  1. Refrigerators
  2. Ranges
  3. Dishwashers
  4. Freezers
  5. Microwaves
  6. Air Conditioners
  7. Washing Machines
  8. Dryers
  9. Vacuums
  10. Small appliances
  11. Televisions
  12. Fans
  13. Stereo equipment

Pets

rabbit leaning on cage wall

  1. Dog Crates
  2. Dog Beds
  3. Cat Trees
  4. Chicken Coops
  5. Aquariums
  6. Bird Cages
  7. Rabbit Cages

Seasonal Decorations

picture of santa claus figurine in front of lights

  1. Christmas Decorations
  2. Halloween Decorations
  3. Easter Decorations
  4. Fourth of July Decorations

Clothing

closeup of clothes on hangers

  1. Pants
  2. Shirts
  3. Dresses
  4. Shorts
  5. Skirts
  6. Undergarments
  7. Sweaters
  8. Workout Clothes
  9. Sleepwear

Kids Toys

skateboard in the air

  1. Board games
  2. Baby toys
  3. Dollhouses
  4. Bikes
  5. Strollers
  6. Sleds
  7. Skateboards
  8. Scooters
  9. Bassinets
  10. Go Karts

If you need help deciding if something will fit into a storage unit, give your local West Coast Self-Storage facility a call. Our knowledgeable staff has years of experience in understanding

About the Author: Derek Hines

About the Author: Derek Hines

Digital Marketing Specialist

Derek is originally from the great state of Wisconsin (go Badgers), but is slowly becoming a Pacific Northwesterner. As part of the Digital Marketing team, he writes extensively on storage, moving and life for West Coast Self-Storage, based in Everett, Washington.