You’ve decided to give up on your clutter and rent a small storage facility. Congratulations! You’re done! But before you gleefully throw everything into boxes, and call it a night, let us talk about common mistakes people commit when using Mi Ni Cang. Consider this your handy guide to storage. A little knowledge will go a long way in saving you time.

Think of storage in the same way as you would a Tetris. Tetris can’t be won by simply throwing the pieces about without any thought. Another common mistake is to pile up all the pieces as if you were building an open fire. Balance and diversity are key! The bottom layer should be heavier and the top layer lighter. This will prevent the entire pile from toppling like a stack of cards.

The porcelain ducks you have collected are not meant to be shattered.

Another trap? You try to keep everything. Imagine rummaging though the unit a few years later and scratching your head wondering what you were thinking when you stored the broken toaster or your chemistry note. Keep only the items you really want to keep. These are usually things that have sentimental value or can be used in a practical way. Labeling. Let’s be real: When you’re in a hurry and diving into that mystery package to look for holiday ornaments, unlabeled box could as well send you back into Frustrationville.

Clearly labeled cardboard boxes can help you navigate what would otherwise be a sea full of cardboard confusion. Put a big label on each of the sides, in pretty, large fonts. Make sure you cover all your bases. A little bit of organization will help. Create logical storage systems. For example, create aisles to accommodate your winter gear or camping equipment.