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Vintage Toy Storage in Doncaster

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Author: Harry Merrett | Director of Blue Box Storage Doncaster

Published:

December 11, 2019

Who remembers the classic toys such as, Barbie, G.I Joe and Camelot? If you do, sadly these vintage toys could be collecting dust in the attic, getting broken with all the pressure of years and years of storage boxes piling up on them. But, if you're a collector, then you might be interested in protecting these precious items! In which case, you need vintage toy storage.

Maybe it’s best for you to keep them safe and secure in a secure, sealed self storage container unit. Maybe, sometime in the future, your Son, Daughter, Grandchildren may come across them in self-storage looking a lot better than they did stuck in the attic.

Vintage Toys: Are they Valuable?

Vintage Toys are more than just a Childs Play thing, they’re antiques! An item must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage, while an antique is at least 100 years old, regardless to which toy is vintage or antique, our vintage toy storage containers are safe and secure.

Limited access makes it more desirable, and collectors or nostalgic buyers are willing to pay more. Condition is also a key factor. While some buyers don’t mind a little wear, you’ll get top dollar if your toy is unused and in its original box. If that’s the case, making sure the original box is always a must when storing it away.

So, if you're looking to maintain the condition of your vintage toys, then the right vintage toy storage solution is a must. And, our self storage containers are the perfect choice.

Secure Vintage Toy Storage Solutions

All of our storage units are great for vintage toy storage. The containers are designed to be entirely sealed when closed so, whatever the weather, you can rest assured your vintage toys are safe from the elements and won't succumb to any issues like damp.

Plus, the containers are also sealed to prevent pests from entering. So, if you're concerned about moths getting at your vintage toys, you needn't worry. Our storage containers are well sealed and provide a secure environment, better than most attics!

Plus, when it comes to the security of the site as a whole, we leave nothing to chance. We offer 24/7 CCTV remote monitoring, fire protection equipment, alarm systems, security fencing and floodlighting to boot.

So, if you're looking for peace of mind when it comes to finding the best vintage toy storage solution, Blue Box has you covered.

Our Self-Storage units can be rented by the week or month for as long as you need it for. Though some units may use smart keypads, others may need your own padlock, and, unless you’ve agreed otherwise, you will be the only person with access to your own Self-Storage Box.

You can come and go at the space during normal working hours, or outside of them if arranged by Blue Box Storage, which has facilities in Doncaster, Kirk Sandall. Check with your home and insurer to see if your cover extends to goods in secure storage. If not, most storage space providers can provide insurance cover for you. Some providers won’t let you in without proof of insurance. Others leave it up to you but won’t take liability in the event of damage or theft.

If you need a push to clean out the attic or your self-storage unit, this is it! We are open 24/7 every day of the week, with high-end security systems in place to make each container as safe as possible. Still need more room? Contact Blue Box Storage Doncaster – Self-Storage, we offer affordable storage in Kirk Sandell, Doncaster.

Are Vintage Toys still Desirable?

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If you don’t want to store the vintage/antique toys away, then the other tip would be to advertise on eBay, which was used for Pez collectors to connect, buy and sell items of interest. Still have that Action Man doll from the ‘80s? You could be a few hundred dollars richer if it’s in mint condition. Your collection of wrestling videos could be worth a ton of money; a single WWF VHS tape can fetch as much as £250. And if you spent a good portion of your millennial childhood with your nose in a Harry Potter novel, you could be in luck. If you own one of only 500 copies of the first edition, you could net five figures from the sale of your book.

Harry At Blue Box Storage

About the author:

Harry Merrett

Director of Blue Box Storage Doncaster

He is the Director of Blue Box Storage Doncaster and has helped hundreds of Doncaster residents safely store belongings in one of the highest rated outdoor self storage facilities in Doncaster on Google. He has ensured Blue Box Storage remains accredited with the Self Storage Association and a Platinum Accreditation with the CaSSOA. 

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