Collecting
Why self-storage is the key to success for small businesses
Walking down the aisles of our Aberdeen self-storage facility, each vault door appears the same on the surface, but behind each door lays a different story, with a different purpose. While families might store their Christmas ornaments safely for another year, and a winter sports enthusiast might store their snowboarding equipment ready for next season, […]
How do you use self storage? Q&A with Stefan Skogh of Aberdeen Blind Specialists
We continuously say that there are so many different uses for self storage, and that we have such a diverse client base. So we want to showcase this by speaking with a range of our customers, digging deep into why they use storage and why it’s beneficial to them. We recently caught up with Stefan […]
How to be a student packing pro
Exams are over, and you’re now free from university or college for the entire summer. If you’re moving home, moving away, or going travelling for the summer months, then you may have to find a new home for the things you’ve accumulated over the past year – from textbooks and sports equipment, to furniture and […]
Workplace analysis – getting the best from the workspace
Put simply, workplace analysis is the combination of a number of tools and feasibility studies that help business owners to better understand their organisation’s layout, how people use it and how to get the best out of it. Whether you’re gearing up for a move to a new office or you are looking to improve […]
Spring cleaning for the office
Why leave your office out of the spring cleaning list? We all might be a little guilty of knocking workplace tidiness to the bottom of our priorities, but there’s more reason to conduct a little corporate spring clean than you might think. It has been scientifically proven that the tidier an office is, the higher […]
How to take the chore out of spring cleaning
Have you been avoiding your annual spring clean? We know the answer to that is most likely ‘yes’, and we know that the thought of clearing the clutter can often feel like a huge, daunting and unpleasant task. While there might be some big jobs to consider, it is important to remember that by separating […]
4 tips for planning an epic student travel adventure
Travelling the world is on the bucket list of many, but for students this is a very real possibility during the summer or before entering the world of full-time employment. However, if you’re a student, travelling can be a daunting thought. Where do you start with planning? Where do you go? And how can you […]
Five less obvious things you should not forget when renovating your home
Flexistore, the self storage provider, and Tinto Architecturehave teamed up to provide you with excellent tips for renovating your home, many of which are often forgotten about during what can be a busy time! 1. Notify your insurance This is all too often a forgotten step when you embark on a home renovation project. Richard […]
The History of Collecting Through the Ages

Perhaps you’re the proud owner of a collection of some sort or know someone who is? Collecting is far from a modern phenomenon, with a pretty fascinating history. Keep reading to learn more about the history of collecting through the ages!
Celebrity Collections: Comic Books

Comic books are an excellent distraction for most kids and adults alike. Collecting comics is a popular hobby, but in order to achieve a really impressive collection you need a bit of time and money. Like these 4 celebrities who have a passion for collecting comics.