Andrei Popa
Andrei Popa is a writer and editor for StorageCafe. After writing real estate copy for two years, he made the jump to editorial writing and data-driven storytelling with a focus on the self storage industry.
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Scuba Gear Storage Guide: Keep Your Kit Dive-Ready

The best way to store scuba gear is in a cool, dry, shaded space where equipment can hang or lie flat without compression. Salt residue, moisture, heat and UV exposure are the main causes of premature breakdown in neoprene, rubber and metal components. Rinsing thoroughly after every dive and allowing everything to dry completely before storage prevents most long-term damage.

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Large Storage Units Explained: How to Know What Size You Need

Large storage units start at the 10’x20’ and climb from there. The 10’x20’ is the most common — the familiar lock-up garage you see at nearly every facility. Above it sit the 10’x30’, 20’x20’, and 20’x30’ plus specialist spaces for storing boats, RVs and commercial equipment.

Boat storage. Boats in front of large self storage units.

How StorageCafe’s Boat Storage Directory Helps You Find the Right Space

You’d think finding boat storage would be straightforward. Type something into Google, get a list of nearby facilities, pick one. In practice, it rarely works that way. Most search results surface generic self-storage pages where the largest unit tops out at 10’×10’ — fine for a couch, useless for anything on a trailer. You end up calling around just to find out who takes boats.

Why Miami is one of the most fun cities in the U.S.

Most Fun Cities In The U.S.: Miami & Orlando Rule The Fun Access Map, While Phoenix Reveals A Growing Leisure Divide

Are Americans going out less, or just living in places that make going out harder?

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Where to Donate Clothes in Houston (And How to Prepare)

If you are sorting through your closet and none of your friends and relatives need your clothes, you may be wondering where to donate clothes in Houston, TX. Luckily, the city offers plenty of convenient options for clothes donations, all rooted in a strong culture of community giving. Your simple gesture will keep wearable items in circulation, reduce waste, and may directly support someone’s health and dignity by providing weather-appropriate, clean clothing.

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Self Storage Software: 8 Benefits for Big and Small Businesses

Self storage software is how operators turn scattered tasks, spreadsheets, and disconnected tools into one coordinated system that’s easy to run and easy to grow. It’s a digital home for everything from move‑ins to accounting, so the entire operation becomes more consistent and more profitable. But before jumping in, operators should know what self storage software delivers in practice, plus where options for smaller and larger operators fit in.

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How to Store Hats the Right Way

Growing up is realizing that there’s a wrong and a right way to store your hats. It’s up to you whether they stay sharp or end up crumpled, discolored, and linty. Back when hats were an everyday essential and travel didn’t involve A/C, leather hat boxes were such a hit that even panettone boxes borrowed their iconic design. So let’s honor the tradition and get serious about hat storage.

Cheap Storage Units: How to Save and Find Deals

Cheap storage units become much easier to secure when you focus on one clear goal: pay only for the space and features you truly need. Small units, non-climate-controlled space, move-in promotions and facilities outside the highest-priced neighborhoods often provide very attractive value, while careful comparison across providers helps you locate the lowest rates for both small loads and sizeable household contents.

Best Websites For Finding Storage Units (Without Overpaying)

If you’re looking for a storage unit, you likely want two things: to see what’s available near you and to avoid overpaying.

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Garden Tool Storage: 11 Simple Ideas To Get Organized

Garden tools feel effortless to manage when everything has a clear place and a simple routine. These garden tool storage ideas focus on layouts and habits you can use in a shed, garage, or outdoor cabinet and, when you need extra room, in a storage unit(opens in new tab) as a seasonal “overflow closet.” That way, you always know exactly where you can find each tool.

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What Is A Storage Condo? Things To Know, According To Experts

If you’re wondering what is a storage condo, you’re not alone: interest is growing for this niche market, as more clients are looking into ownership. Put simply, storage condos let you acquire a specific unit in a facility and sell it whenever you want. A maintenance fee is usually involved as well. Storage condominiums basically sit one step above traditional self storage: more commitment, more control, and more responsibility. They work best for people and businesses who know storage will be part of their long‑term plan. But before making a commitment, it’s good to see what the experts have to say about the basics of storage condo ownership and what hidden costs you may incur.

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How To Store A Mattress The Right Way: From Cleaning To Storage

We spend one-third of our lives sleeping. That’s about three decades spent in bed, and a quality mattress can make or break all that time meant for recharging. In turn, storage can make or break this very item. Luckily, it only takes a few minutes to learn all about how to store a mattress correctly. If you’re here, you know why it’s worth it: You save the money and time you’d lose searching for a mattress ruined by poor storage. So, let’s go through this step by step.