10x10 Storage Unit
10x10 self storage units are a popular storage choice, providing space for large appliances, furniture and multiple boxes or bins. For answers to common questions about 10x10 storage units, keep reading below.
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How big is a 10x10 storage unit?
A 10x10 self storage unit is approximately 10 feet wide and 10 feet long, totaling about 100 square feet. Most of our 10x10 storage units have 8+-foot ceilings, which gives renters 800 cubic feet of storage space.
When visualizing the size of a 10x10 storage unit, it can be helpful to picture an average small bedroom or half of a single-car garage.
Is this there enough space in a 10X10 storage unit for a two-bedroom apartment?
Our 10x10 self storage units can typically store the contents of a living area or two bedrooms, boxes and all. In total, 10x10 storage units can usually hold the items from up to three rooms, including mattress sets and appliances. For the best fit, it helps to stack these items.
10x10 storage units are great for two-bedroom apartments less than 800 square feet. If your home or apartment is bigger than 800 square feet, we recommend checking out our 10x15 or
10x20 self storage units.
What does a 10x10 storage unit look like?
Our 10x10 self storage units are about the size of a large back-yard shed or half the size of a single-stall garage. This is perfect for holding items from one family room or a two-bedroom apartment. 10x10 storage units are convenient for storage during a home remodel project or for a student moving between apartments.
What can you fit in a 10x10 storage unit?
10x10 self storage units can typically fit the contents of up to three rooms. A 10x10 unit is a good size for the stuff found in two bedrooms, an entire family room or a modest one- or two-bedroom apartment. Several large appliances and pieces of large furniture can easily be stored in a 10x10 storage unit as well as mattress and box springs, desks, sofas, dining room furniture and multiple boxes.
For small businesses with excess inventory, a 10x10 storage unit has plenty of space for boxes, documents, records and inventory. To determine exactly what fits in a 10x10 storage unit you can use our
storage unit size calculator.
Can a car fit in a 10x10 storage unit?
No, unless you drive a smart fortwo car we don't recommend you try fitting your car in a 10x10 self storage unit. Even hatchbacks and compact cars are too large to fit. We have larger, dedicated storage units for vehicles and parking spaces if you need one. A
10x20 vehicle storage unit provides enough space for most cars and trucks.
How many boxes fit in 10x10 storage units?
Calculating how many boxes a 10x10 self storage unit can hold, is difficult. If you chose to store only med-sized boxes with dimensions of about 20” by 20”, you could store about 144 boxes in a 10x10 unit! But less than 100 boxes is more realistic, giving you room at the top, to close the door and you need to create an aisle to access boxes all the way to the back of your space. If you plan to pack boxes that tall make sure you have heavy duty ones so they don’t crush the bottom ones.
Most storage renters put a combination of items like couches, desks, chairs and shelves. The other items you choose to store in your 10x10 unit will impact the total number of boxes you can fit.
How do you pack a 10x10 storage unit?
Packing efficiently can help maximize the available space in a 10x10 storage unit, fitting the items from about three full bedrooms. Keep in mind that Olympic Self Storage packing recommendations are guidelines, not rules. If you store furniture or large boxes, the number of items you can pack in your 10x10 storage unit may differ from other renters. Follow these steps for guidance during the packing process:
- Create and maintain a list of all your items and boxes. Label everything appropriately. Organization is key.
- Select a couple of standard box sizes. This makes it easier to stack boxes evenly and strategically.
- Box everything you can. Loose items are hard to store and don’t pack evenly.
- You can use free-standing shelving to maximize a storage area, allowing you to stack items vertically.
- Use covers for your mattress and furniture to prevent scuffs or scratches and help fend off unwanted dust bunnies.
What size moving truck should I get for a 10x10 storage unit?
Regardless of if you've rented a 10x10 storage unit for bonus garage space or to easily move to your new apartment, these units are popular for good reason. The shape, size and number of items you intend to store impacts the exact size of the moving vehicle you need, generally a 15-foot moving truck is a great size to consider.
Be aware that packing a moving truck and storing your items in a 10x10 storage unit involve different storage processes and requirements. When packing a moving truck, you don’t necessarily need space to move around. In a 10x10 storage unit, you’ll likely want extra space for access. Before renting a moving vehicle or a self storage unit, it’s always a good idea to plot out and measure the number of items you plan to store.
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