An independent artist knows that finding a suitable workspace can be difficult. Available studio space can be hard to find, especially in a busy city. If you are a working creative, it is crucial to have a comfy and productive studio space. For artists of all types, utilizing a storage unit can help you feel safe and productive without breaking your budget on rental costs. Let’s take a look at some factors to consider when choosing a storage unit for an artist’s studio and how to enhance the basic unit into something inspiring.
Climate Controlled Units For Proper Storage
When it comes to storing delicate art pieces, you will need to limit humidity and extreme temperatures. Climate-controlled storage units are the best options for painters, crafters, and wood carvers. These units are able to stay at a constant temperature, whether you are working inside the unit or just storing art/art supplies. If you are using temperature-sensitive materials, a climate-controlled unit will protect them from humidity and moisture damage.
Storing Artwork
Canvas paintings should be stored upright and away from heavy objects or doors. Storage units allow you to have multiple options for storing your completed paintings or artwork. You can include shelving, hooks, and other options that will keep your creative work in pristine condition. Units are blocked from the sunlight and weather, which helps the longevity of your piece.
Affordable Art Studio Space
Storage units are often more affordable than large studio spaces or dedicated office spaces. Renting a storage unit means that you can start creating and storing immediately. Larger units (10×10) are able to fit supplies, finished pieces, tools, canvases, chill areas, and more without feeling cramped. These units are still hundreds of dollars cheaper than art studios in a downtown area.
Security For One Of A Kind Pieces
Self-storage units are equipped with high-tech security and individual locks to protect your unique pieces. Camera surveillance, security guards, electronic locks, and keypad locks are additional protection measures that can be beneficial for artists. Storage units will protect pieces that are works in progress or ones that need to gain value before they are sold.
Units also offer privacy while you are creating and when you leave. The storage facility will be quiet and few people will be accessing their units during the day, so you can ensure focus during painting, crafting, or constructing. Once you lock up the unit, your pieces will be kept from the eyes of anyone else until you are ready to reveal them.
Install Proper Lighting
The biggest thing for an artist is proper lighting, especially if you are using a storage unit that doesn’t have windows. You will need to install lighting if you hope to work inside your unit and be able to see colors and details properly. Before you install electrical or different lighting options in a storage unit, make sure you clear it with the facility. Following their rules and guidelines will keep you and other renters safe.
Construction floor lights, hanging battery-operated lights, or ring lights are some of the best options for artists. If natural light is not needed for your work, portable lighting is a great option to make your unit easily accessible. On rare occasions, you may be able to install electrical for overhead lighting.
Receive A Deduction On Your Taxes
If you are a full-time artist, your work is your livelihood, so utilizing a storage unit could qualify you for tax breaks. Because the unit is being used as a part of your business or for work-related purposes, you can write off the monthly rental price on a 1040 form. Renting a storage unit can be tax-deductible if you utilize it for work or sales.
Climate-Controlled Units From 700 Block
Our Salt Lake City facility offers multiple climate-controlled units of varying sizes to serve all types of people. 700 Block Storage is proud to offer units that can protect your creative works and give you space to be productive. We encourage renters to look into all laws and regulations around storage units before trying to create or earn a living inside one. Our units can protect these precious items from humidity and moisture, and our facility is highly secure from theft and pests. Reach out to our team to schedule your unit and start moving items in today!
