Force Storage Unit Size Guide

Need a storage unit, but not sure what size unit is right for you? Continue reading our Storage Unit Size Guide to see what our units can hold. Force Storage offers 24-hour access to our storage units, so you can access your items at your convenience. Select your unit with our online booking system, so you can start using your secure storage unit today.

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5ftx10ft

With 50 square feet and 400 cubic feet of storage space, a 5×10 storage unit is similar to a medium-sized walk-in closet. A 5×10 Storage unit has the capability to hold the contents of a mid-sized bedroom (including boxes). This unit is commonly compared to the space of a small room or a larger closet. This storage unit size is ideal for customers that have a studio apartment or one-bedroom worth of items to move. In total, you can store one or two large pieces of furniture in 5×10 self-storage, perfect for a college dorm room or studio apartment.

Some items that can fit in a 5×10 unit include
  • Queen mattress set
  • Dresser
  • Nightstands
  • TV stand
  • Flat-Screen TV
  • Couches
  • Recliner
  • Accent chair
  • Bicycle
  • Sporting equipment
  • Boxes of clothing/household Items
  • A couple of pieces of large furniture
  • Up to 15 boxes
  • Lawn mower
  • Motorcycle
  • Most refrigerators
What are common uses for a 5×10 storage unit?
  • Moving to/from apartments
  • Housing belongings mid-renovation
  • Storing extra inventory & office supplies
Force Storage - 5x10 Storage Unit Size Guide

10ftx10ft

Roughly half the size of a standard one-car garage, 10×10 storage units offer 100 square feet and 800 cubic feet of storage space. With enough space for multiple sets of bedroom furniture with room to spare, 10×10 storage units are commonly used to store the contents of a one or two-bedroom apartment. Generally, this size is the most common storage unit size at any indoor facility. You can store up to three rooms of items or 2 full bedrooms. For instance, this size would fit an entire family room or a modest one- or two-bedroom apartment. A 10×10 storage unit has ample space for boxes, documents, records and inventory rolling carts.

Common items found include:

  • King mattress set
  • Living room furniture set
  • Coffee & end tables
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Entertainment center
  • Flat-Screen TV
  • Boxes of clothing/household items
  • Contents of two bedrooms
  • Entire living room
  • Grand piano
  • Appliances
  • Pieces of large furniture
  • Desks
  • Couches
  • Dining room sets and
  • Multiple boxes

What are common uses for a 10×10 storage unit?

  • Remodeling a room and need to move items out
  • Freeing up space in garage
  • Housing apartment or small home for short-term move
Force Storage - 10x10 Storage Unit Size Guide

10ftx15ft

A 10×15 storage unit offers 150 square feet and 1,200 cubic feet of storage space. This makes them great for storing the contents of a two-bedroom apartment. This storage unit is able to fit up to four rooms worth of your belongings. Our 10×15 self-storage units are the perfect solution for storing larger items. Our 10×15 units work well for storing the contents of most standard-size homes or full apartments, including items such as big-screen TVs, tables, couches, and several medium or large-size boxes.

What fits in a 10×15 storage unit?

  • Several bedrooms’ worth of furniture
  • Contents of two to three bedrooms
  • Living room furniture
  • Contents of garage
  • Some compact cars
  • Materials for business storage
  • A couple of large appliances
  • Big-screen TVs
  • Tables
  • Couches
  • Several medium or large-size boxes

What are common uses for a 10×15 storage unit?

  • Remodeling a room and need to move items out
  • Freeing up space in the garage
  • 2-3 Bedroom apartment or small home for a short-term move
  • Long-term storage of collectibles 
10x15 Storage Unit Guide

10ftx20ft

The 10×20 offers ample space for larger storage needs with 200 square feet and 1,600 cubic feet of storage space. This unit is capable of storing the contents of a multi-bedroom house. A 10×20 storage unit is great for storing up to five rooms of space. Free up the standard one-car garage space at home and load your extra belongings into a 10’ x 20′ storage unit. This space can store up to 4 bedrooms, or you could use it to store a vehicle.

Common items found include:

  • Bedroom furniture (multiple rooms)
  • Living room furniture set
  • Major appliances (washer/dryer/refrigerator)
  • Dining room set
  • Patio furniture
  • Exercise equipment (weight Sets, treadmill, etc)
  • Boxes of household items/clothing/kitchenware
  • Patio furniture
  • Lawnmower
  • Snow blower
  • Large quantity of boxes

What are common uses for a 10×20 storage unit?

  • Moving between home closings
  • Housing belongings during deployment
  • Storing household furnishings during renovation
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10x30ft

Commonly the largest space at any storage facility, this unit has the space of a standard 1 1/2 car garage. The 10′ x 30′ storage unit is large enough to house an entire household of belongings, including up to a fully furnished 4-bedroom home and garage. Our 10′ x 30′ can also be used to store recreational vehicles.

Common items found include:

  • Bedroom furniture (multiple rooms)
  • Living room furniture set
  • 4 to 6-person dining room set
  • Major appliances (washer/dryer/refrigerator)
  • Exercise & sporting equipment (treadmill, bikes, etc)
  • Boxes of clothing/household items/shoes
  • Large Household Items
  • Made for a 3-4 bedroom home 

What are common uses for a 10×30 storage unit?

  • Storing belongings in between home closings
  • Storing vehicle along with belongings
  • Additional warehousing space for businesses
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No matter what your storage needs are, Force Storage has the space. From our more humble 5’x10’ units to our massive 10’x30’ units, you can trust Force Storage with your storage needs. Click here to book your unit today online!

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