Smart Storage: Organising Your Christmas Decorations

The Christmas season brings with it endless joy, presents and (less excitingly) clutter. From heaps of baubles, to piles of tinsel – the festive décor that previously brought warmth and whimsy to your home is quick to turn into a storage nightmare once the New Year rolls around. 

While it may feel like it’s far too early to start thinking about packing away all of the festive fun, it pays to be prepared. Instead of tripping over boxes of tangled lights, imagine starting the new year with a clean, organised space or - even better - preparing for next year’s festivities and finding all your ornaments still intact, no bald tinsel or shattered baubles in sight.

With the right approach, and some durable storage, you can keep your decorations looking smart for many Christmases to come.

To help you tackle the post-Christmas clear up like a pro, we’re sharing everything you need to know about storing your decorations safely and efficiently, including:

• Why smart storage matters.
• How to organise your festive décor.
• How to store Christmas decorations.
• How to protect against damp and mould.
• Why racking is the best choice for storage.

 

Why Smart Storage Matters:

 

Your Christmas decorations aren’t just festive trimmings, more often than not they’re part of the magic that makes the season special.  From heirloom ornaments to the luxury, size-sized nutcracker you splashed our on last year – these items hold both sentimental, and financial, value.

Taking care of your ornaments could just save you money in the long run. In 2025, 65% of surveyed Brits admitted to spending over £150 on Christmas decorations alone – most of these becoming broken and discarded at the end of the festive season. That’s £150 that could be spent on mince pies and pigs in blankets…

That’s where Rhino comes in. Our heavy-duty shelving systems offer durable, vertical storage that keeps your decorations safe and organised without taking over your whole garage, shed or loft. With adjustable shelving configurations, and robust steel frames, Rhino Racking makes it easy to store all your decorations in a way that’s secure and space efficient.

 

Step One) Organise Your Decorations:

 

Before you even think about packing things away, take a little time to sort through your festive décor properly. It’s tempting to just throw everything into a box and shove it in the loft, but that’s how lights get tangled, and baubles get broken.

Start by grouping similar items together: baubles, lights, garlands, wreaths, and tree toppers. Untangle those fairy lights now (future you will thank you), and make sure delicate ornaments aren’t mixed in with heavier pieces. This simple step helps prevent damage and makes decorating next year a breeze.

While you’re sorting, check for broken or damaged decorations and discard anything beyond repair. There’s no point storing items you’ll never use again - they’ll only take up valuable space. By the time you’re done, you’ll have a neat, organised collection ready for safe storage.

 

Step Two) Use Labelled Containers:

 

Once you’ve weeded out the unusable decorations, it’s time to store them all away for the year. While it’s tempting to leave them bundled up on the shelf, future you will thank you for giving them a bit of organisation. Labelled containers are a budget-friendly, and efficient way to keep all your decorations separate and organised.

Since it’s unlikely that shards of shattered baubles will be 2026’s biggest Christmas trend, it’s crucial to start by wrapping up breakable decorations in bubble wrap or sturdy tissue paper before storing them away. With labelled boxes for each room, or genre of decoration.

Got awkward sizes of décor? Our Rhino Racking systems have fully adjustable shelves, so they can adapt to any container. Whether it’s a box of tiny glass ornaments or your life-sized Santa figurine, everything will have a safe, secure spot to rest until next Christmas.

 

Step Three) Protect Against Damp and Dusk

 

A year is a long time for your decorations to sit untouched, and unfortunately, your garage or shed isn’t always the most forgiving environment. Dust, damp, and fluctuating temperatures can wreak havoc on delicate ornaments, leaving them looking tired by the time next Christmas rolls around.

To keep your decorations in tip-top condition, make sure your storage boxes are properly sealed. This helps prevent dust build-up and keeps moisture at bay. For extra protection, consider placing silica gel packs inside boxes containing fabric items, wooden decorations, or anything that might react poorly to humidity.

And don’t forget about your shelving! If you want to give your storage system some TLC, consider applying a weatherproof sealant to the MDF boards. This simple step ensures your shelves stay protected against damp and mould all year round, keeping both your racking and your decorations safe.

 

Why Choose Racking?

 

Piles of boxes stacked in the corner of your garage aren’t just unsightly, they’re impractical. They take up valuable floor space and often make it impossible to find what you need. That’s why racking is a game changed for festive storage.

By maximising your vertical storage space, racking uses height to your advantage. This means you can store all your Christmas décor away, without making your garage a no-go zone for 11 months of the year.

Plus, our units boast a load capacity of 200kg per shelf, adding up to a massive 1000kg across five shelves when evenly distributed. That’s serious strength to make storage of heavy Christmas trees or bulky outdoor lights easy.

 

Post-Christmas clutter and damaged décor are common frustrations, but they don’t have to be part of your festive tradition. With the right storage solution, you can say hello to a stress-free start to the new year.

Racking offers a simple, durable solution to cluttered decoration storage that keeps your garage or shed safe and organised. Plus, with Rhino Racking’s 5-year guarantee, you can rest assured your storage system will be with you for many Christmases to come.

Ready to reclaim your space and make next year’s decorating effortless? Shop now to find the perfect unit for your home.

Enjoy a hassle-free holiday season, and a cracking New Year!