Most people pack a storage unit in a hurry, and the rules on items not allowed in storage units only come up after something is already in a box: a can of lamp oil in the kitchen carton, firecrackers left over from last Diwali, a sack of rice from the pantry. Storage providers set limits for good reasons, and ignoring them can put your belongings, other customers' belongings and your insurance cover at risk. This guide explains what storage providers generally do not accept,