If you’ve ever wondered what really hides behind the roller doors at StoreSmart Self-Storage, the answer is: just about everything! While most customers book our self storage Cape Town facilities to declutter a garage or hold furniture mid-move, a surprising number use our secure storage Cape Town site for much more imaginative purposes. Here are ten unexpected items we see every month—proof that flexible self storage and 24 hour storage access unlock endless possibilities.
1. Festival Costumes & Film Props
Cape Town’s booming creative scene leaves plenty of residents with elaborate outfits, giant set pieces and intricate props that simply won’t fit in a city apartment. Stashing them in our storage units Cape Town keeps wardrobes clear, while short-term access rentals mean you can grab that eight-foot alien suit whenever the next shoot or festival calls.
2. Surfboards & Stand-Up Paddle Boards
With the Atlantic on our doorstep, many locals own more boards than bedrooms. Longboards, SUPs, and even inflatable kayaks slide neatly into a 3 m² locker—no sand in the lounge, and no need to sell seasonal gear. Choose short term storage rentals over winter, or keep the quiver safe year-round.
3. Vintage Arcade Machines
Retro gaming is back, but full-size Pac-Man cabinets weigh almost 140 kg! Collectors rely on our affordable storage solutions to protect rare electronics until they have space at home—or until the next gaming expo invites them to show off their treasures.
4. Fine-Wine & Craft-Beer Collections
Corked wines and canned stouts love our climate controlled storage units. Consistent 15 °C temperatures safeguard investment bottles, especially during Cape Town’s sweltering summers or Eskom load-shedding. Bonus: 24 hour storage access lets you pop in for that special vintage before an impromptu braai.
5. Mobile Food Trucks & Pop-Up Stalls
Entrepreneurs park entire trailers—plus fridges, signage and folding counters—inside a single 18 m² unit. Because business storage Cape Town is fully gated and CCTV-monitored, assets stay protected between markets. Opt for month-to-month flexibility so you only pay when festival season’s in full swing.
6. Classic Car Parts & Engine Blocks
Restorers often disassemble engines at home, then realise gearboxes and bonnet panels consume half the garage. A private 9 m² unit keeps greasy components organised and secure, while freeing up driveway space for daily vehicles.
7. Home Gym Equipment & Weights
From squat racks to rowing machines, exercise gear can dominate a spare room. Many fitness enthusiasts rotate bulky items into secure storage during injury recovery or when apartment living tightens floor plans.
8. Off-Season Wedding Décor
Event planners love personal storage near me for crates of table settings, faux-floral arches and neon “Just Married” signs. With 24 hour storage access, stylists can load up the van at dawn and return leftovers after midnight receptions—no extra warehouse lease required.
9. University Research Specimens
You’d be surprised how many postgraduate students house fossil casts, rock cores or entomology cabinets in mini lockers. Our self storage Cape Town site meets strict security and humidity criteria, making it the perfect field-study base between lab sessions.
10. E-Commerce “Flash-Sale” Stock
Online sellers often import bulk consignments—Bluetooth speakers one month, eco-friendly water bottles the next. Because StoreSmart offers flexible self storage plus short term storage rentals, entrepreneurs can ramp space up or down as seasonal demand shifts, all without signing a long warehouse lease.
Ready to Store the Unusual?
Whether you’re a surfer, sommelier, or side-hustle hero, StoreSmart Self-Storage delivers affordable storage solutions that grow with you. Our storage units Cape Town range from 3 m² lockers to 36 m² mini-warehouses, all protected by alarmed perimeters, CCTV, and individual unit access codes. Need midnight access to that vintage pinball machine? No problem—our 24 hour storage access keeps your schedule free. Prefer a temperature-stable space for artwork or aged Cabernet? Ask about our climate controlled storage units.