Stress-Free Storage for Students: Len's Winter Tips

You’re probably asking yourself questions like: “Will my stuff will be safe at uni? Where could I put my belongings? How do I have so many things? Where can I find temporary storage that is actually affordable? Who can help me out with a van and a few extra hands when I move?”. 

Well, you have come to the right place for answers! Len’s has 60 years of experience helping students in Edinburgh with reliable self-storage. All of Len's Student Storage Options include our Van & Driver pick-up service. It’s that easy, once you've chosen the Storage Option that suits you, give us a call and we can arrange your pickup for a day that suits you! 

We’ll store your items, saving you the hassle and cost of taking belongings away with you. You can even get together with friends and share a locker to share the cost. 

Self-Storage Makes Student Life Easier 

Tips And Tricks: 

Take advantage of our student discounts: 

• Len’s Self Storage run incredible student discount promotions. For example, take Len’s offer of 50% off your first 2 months of storage.
• If you choose to split the costs with your roommates, your items will be safe, secure and for the price of a coffee. 
• The student storage promotion also includes free insurance up to a value of £3,000. 

Convenient temporary storage space:

• Student self-storage can be leased for as little as one month, so you do not have to get locked into a long-term contract you don’t need.
• You store your belongings in a secure storage room within our facility which can be accessed 7 days a week. This flexible space solution allows you to be prepared for any eventuality. 

Secure your belongings in a monitored environment: 

• Each unit is secured with your own padlock that comes with the student package. 
• We have internal and external CCTV cameras throughout the facilities and all our premises are alarmed to ensure your goods are safe. 
• We are also patrolled by the security group G4S. Storing valuables in a secured storage facility ensures your items stay safe and provides unparalleled assurances. 

Pack Smart: 

• Labelling your storage boxes and using quality packing materials will make your student storage experience seamless.
• Quality packing materials mean durability. You want to make sure your stuff remains protected while in storage or while being transported. 
• Labelling your items means less stress and frustration when trying to find small items packed up in a storage unit
• Quality packing materials can be found at Len’s Box and Packaging shop. 

How To Pick the Right Student Storage Unit Size 

Storage facilities will have many different-sized storage spaces to serve a variety of needs, like e-commerce storage, personal storage or bulk inventory storage for businesses. For student storage purposes, the following three sizes are best suited for your unique needs. 

Small 16 Sq Ft Lockers (Equivalent to 1.48m2) 

• Enough room to fit disassembled small furnishings, a single mattress and small bookshelf 
• Excess clothing and shoes placed in boxes, bags or a suitcase
• Small appliances like a bar fridge or lamps
• Six medium sized Len’s storage boxes will fill the floor space, so by stacking and neatly packing you will have enough room to fit up to 18 boxes in your unit.

Medium 20 Sq Ft Lockers (Equivalent to 1,85m2)

• Enough room to fit small furnishings like a desk and chairs or a small sofa.
• Seasonal and sports gear like bulky clothes or a bicycle
• Smaller excess appliances like a fridge, microwave and vacuum cleaner
• Seven medium sized Len’s storage boxes will fill the floor space, with up to 21 boxes able to fit, with neat stacking and packing

Large 25 Sq Ft Lockers (Equivalent to 2.32m2) 

• Larger furnishings like a small dining table and a few chairs
• A single or double mattress
• A small wardrobe or desk
• Eight medium sized Len’s storage boxes will fill the floor space, with up to 24 boxes able to fit with neat stacking and packing 

If you need more space than our dedicated student offerings, you can check out Len’s personal storage service options or use our storage size estimator to get a custom solution that suits your particular needs. 

Ready To Store? Use Our Affordable, Durable Packaging: 

• Bubble wrap helps protect fragile items from bumps, dents, scuffs and scrapes. It is also a great way to fill voids in packing boxes to stop contents from moving around. 
• Use breathable covers to protect furnishings and other items. Plastic covers will trap moisture that could lead to mould and water damage to stored items.
• Store important documents and paperwork in waterproof containers. Generally, storage units are safe, dry and climate stable, but it's better to be safe. 
• Buy quality materials to store your stuff in. Make purchases from reputable sources like Len’s Box and Packaging shop; here, you will find specially designed storage materials purpose-built to withstand moving and storage