BOXLY Blog — tips and experiences around storage

Every household has an overwhelming number of fragile items — from plates, cups and glasses to framed artwork to sensitive electronics such as TVs, monitors and printers. Lamps, mirrors, jewellery, aquariums and antique furniture also need to be properly packed for the move. The most important preparation: an inventory of all fragile items and the decision of what really needs to come — the less, the less packing material and effort.\n

The right packing material is crucial: dish and glass boxes with dividers for better protection, acid- and ink-free packing paper or tissue paper, bubble wrap for maximum protection, and black and red marker pens for labelling. Before packing, reinforce the bottom and sides of each box with quality packing tape and place packing paper or bubble wrap on the bottom — this creates a soft cushion for particularly delicate items.\n

Label EVERY box immediately after packing. Write FRAGILE and HANDLE WITH CARE in red pen on at least 2 sides of each box, plus a description of the contents and destination with a black marker. This saves time when unpacking and protects your items during carrying — anyone who sees FRAGILE automatically handles the box more carefully. Need a safe temporary storage for your delicate items? At BOXLY they're stored in climate-controlled conditions and securely.\n

Planning a world trip or a longer adventure abroad — that's pure freedom, but also means a lot of organisation. When you're away for longer, it's often most economical to give up your apartment and put your household goods in storage. Instead of paying months of rent for an apartment you're not using, you save significantly with a storage unit — and your belongings stay safe and clean.\n

At BOXLY you'll find storage units in various sizes for every need — from small boxes for a student room's contents to large units for the complete furnishings of a 5-room apartment. We're happy to advise you on the options and help you find the right unit size. With our size advisor or a personal viewing you'll quickly get an overview.\n

While you're lying on the beach or trekking through the jungle, your furniture and personal belongings are safely stored at BOXLY — in optimal conditions, with 24/7 video surveillance and alarm system. Plus: with our flexible rental agreements you can rent indefinitely, from 7 days minimum. The trip takes longer than planned? No problem, your unit simply stays reserved. For long-term rentals from 3 months you even benefit from discounts of up to 15%.\n

Bought a new SUP but it fits nowhere except on the balcony? It really belongs in the garage, but the bikes are already there. In the cellar, carnival costumes, Christmas decorations and skis are already piling up. Sound familiar? An external hobby storage room is the elegant solution. At BOXLY you can rent hobby space flexibly in Basel, Zurich/Dübendorf or Lucerne/Kriens — easily accessible and available 365 days a year.\n

The things you love but don't use every day — sports equipment, outdoor gear, seasonal items, collections — can be safely stored in a BOXLY unit. This creates space for new things and gives you more living and moving room. Suddenly the SUP fits in the cellar in summer, and in winter it goes into the storage unit instead of the skis. You share the BOXLY app with your hobby friends so everyone has their own access to the shared sports equipment.\n

For every hobby we have the right unit size — from a small locker (1 m³) for seasonal items to a mega-box (43 m³) for complete hobby equipment. Rent online today and use it right away — move-in is possible immediately, with the BOXLY app you open your unit directly. Want to see the options first? By appointment we'll happily show you a location in person or by phone and advise you on choosing the right unit.\n

When equipment, stock, tools or goods are lying around at your workplace, an external storage unit is often the ideal solution. Flexible storage units are excellent for entrepreneurs across all sectors — from SMEs to startups to tradespeople and e-commerce shops. Security comes first: 24-hour video surveillance, alarm systems, individual access codes and fire sensors protect your goods around the clock.\n

Organisation and efficiency are gold dust for business owners. When you clear inventory and stock out of your workplace, you can optimise your operations — staff have more room to move, productivity rises, and you still have easy access to your goods when needed. A tidy, clean workplace is the perfect environment for boosting productivity and making the workplace more pleasant.\n

Compared to owning your own warehouse or large commercial space, an external storage unit is extremely cost-efficient. With seasonal businesses (online shops with Black Friday peaks, event companies, fashion businesses) you can flexibly adjust the unit size — sometimes larger, sometimes smaller, without extra costs. A storage unit is also a lifesaver during an office move: temporarily storing unneeded furniture and equipment makes the transition much more efficient. With the BOXLY app you can securely share access with employees — and still keep track of who was in the unit and when.\n