Can you store suitcases in loft?

Luggage and suitcases are well suited to attic storage. But before you stash them away, think about a spot that will be easy to reach—you'll thank yourself the next time you head off for a vacation or work trip. Most sports gear is designed to withstand the elements, so it should be fine in the attic.



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Here are some of our favorite luggage storage ideas:
  1. Under your bed. The space beneath your bed is the perfect spot to keep your luggage short term. ...
  2. Nesting dolls. ...
  3. Use your suitcase for storage. ...
  4. In the closet. ...
  5. Hang luggage. ...
  6. Display your suitcases. ...
  7. Avoid humid areas. ...
  8. Think about a storage unit.


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A loft may be the prime place to store large items such as wooden furniture, but it is not the ideal location. Whether it's an antique garden chair or a dining table for summer, wood can warp in the damp, crack in the heat, and grow mould in humid conditions.

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One of the most common areas to store luggage is under your bed. Most beds have one to two feet of dead space below, allowing you to quickly push your suitcase under the frame. It's easy to pull out when you need it yet this keeps the luggage out of your way when not in use.

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You may also consider storing your luggage in the garage. To prevent moisture and mildew from ruining the bags, store them off the floor. Garage cabinets can easily hold large luggage items such as duffel bags and wheeled hard suitcases. An enclosed cabinet is ideal to keep the luggage clean and out of the way.

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Mould doesn't need a lot to grow, and it can occur in many rooms of your home, including kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and, of course, lofts. As long as there is water, food and oxygen present, then mould has all the conditions it requires to survive and thrive.

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Be Careful What You Store in an Attic Roofs have a horrible tendency to leak because regular maintenance isn't done on them to prevent it. Even if your roof is well-maintained, an attic floor is just joists for the room below. This is not a sturdy foundation upon which to stack heavy boxes.

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Possible locations for storing luggage include the following:
  1. In the space beneath beds.
  2. In a dedicated suitcase closet with luggage organizers and space for travel accessories.
  3. Under staircases.
  4. In bedroom closets under closet organizers and hanging clothing.
  5. In linen closets.


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5 storage ideas for your suitcases
  1. Under the Bed or Couch. The area under your bed or couch is a hidden but golden storage spot that you can use to store virtually anything. ...
  2. In the closet. Another common option is to store your suitcase inside the closet. ...
  3. Behind the curtain. ...
  4. On a hook on the wall. ...
  5. Behind furniture.


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