Where Should Your Furniture Go During a Holladay Home Project?

A fresh coat of paint sounds like a weekend project until the sofa, dining table, and bookcases are all in the way. Flooring work and room renovations can create the same puzzle: you need empty space to work, but you still need a safe, practical place for the things you own. If you are updating a Holladay home, a little storage planning can make the whole job feel much easier.

Start with the project footprint

Walk through the rooms that will be affected, including the path workers or family members will use to bring materials in and out. A living room refresh might only require moving a couch and a few tables. A flooring project can quickly extend into hallways, closets, and adjoining rooms. Make two lists: items that can stay in an unaffected room and items that need to leave the house for a while.

For anything going into storage, take quick photos before you pack. Photos make it easier to remember how a room was arranged and document the condition of larger pieces. Measure furniture and doorways, then estimate how much space you will need. It is much nicer to learn that the sectional needs an extra few feet before you have loaded the truck.

Pack furniture for the time it will actually be away

Clean and fully dry furniture before storing it. Empty drawers, remove loose cushions, and put hardware from disassembled tables or beds into labeled bags. Tape each hardware bag to the corresponding piece, or place all bags together in one clearly marked box. Wrap corners and fragile surfaces, and use breathable covers where appropriate. Avoid sealing damp or recently cleaned items under plastic.

Put the heavy pieces in first and leave a small route to anything you might need before the project ends. If the job may take longer than expected, keep tools, documents, and seasonal necessities near the door. You can also ask the Holladay Self Storage team about the unit types currently available for your particular furniture and timeline.

Plan the return trip, too

Before moving everything back, make sure paint, flooring, and other finishes have cured according to the installer’s directions. Clean the room while it is empty, then bring in the largest pieces first. You may discover that some items work better in a different room or that you like the extra space. A temporary unit gives you time to decide without stacking furniture in the garage.

If the project or move takes you elsewhere in the valley, our sister locations can help you choose a more convenient stop. Explore Millcreek Self Storage or A-1 Access Storage in South Salt Lake for nearby alternatives; Airport Landing Self Storage in West Jordan may make more sense on the west side. For a move farther afield, see Ogden Self Storage, Logan Self Storage, or Tooele Self Storage.

Your renovation should give you more room to enjoy your home, not leave you navigating an obstacle course. View storage options at Holladay Self Storage and choose a space that fits the work ahead.