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Keep memories intact with climate-controlled storage. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Choosing a storage unit can be\ndifficult. How much space do I need? What type of access is necessary? How\nshould I pack all of my various stuff so it is best-protected while it\u2019s\nstored? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It becomes even more complicated\nwhen you store valuables. Of course, anything someone chooses to store has\nvalue, but certain items \u2013 such as art or antique furniture or wine \u2013 can\nactually be pretty easily ruined if they\u2019re not stored in a climate-controlled\nstorage unit. We tell our customers to think of it this way: if you wouldn\u2019t\nstore an item long-term in a garage or shed, you should probably only<\/em><\/strong>\nstore it in a climate-controlled storage unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why? A climate-controlled storage unit limits the temperate and humidity swings an item would be subjected to in a non-climate-controlled storage unit. We maintain temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees in our climate-controlled storage units<\/a>, which is reasonable for most items \u2013 though some people might find it a little uncomfortable. There are a number of things that need to be stored in climate-controlled storage units to protect their longevity. We\u2019ve already coveredhow to store canvas paintings<\/a>, and even how to store holiday decorations<\/a> in past blogs, so let\u2019s get to the ones that might be a little more prone to damage temperature things than you might know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Cosmetics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve never tried to use lip gloss after it\u2019s been in the car all day, we’ll be the first to tell you: makeup melts. All of the expensive lotions and potions also<\/em> stop being as effective when they get too hot, and frozen makeup separates and clumps up and never works quite right again even after it gets back to room temperature. Not only do you have to maintain the temperature of all of our cosmetics, but you can\u2019t store them in direct sunlight or<\/em> in a high humidity spot (ahem, bathroom counter). Cosmetics are high maintenance, but as many make-up artist know, so are many clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Electronics and Appliances<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hitting the road for a while? Make sure your appliances are stored properly.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no question that\nelectronics have been made much, much tougher over the years, but they still do\nnot handle wide fluctuations in temperature very well. Computers, specifically,\nwill incur quite a bit of damage to their batteries, timing function and\nelectrical resistance, even to the point of making them cease to function. The\ngood news is that Staples accepts old and inoperable electronics for free recycling<\/a>, and\nmany schools and other non-profit organizations also take donations of used or\nout-of-date electronics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Wine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You don’t have to own a restaurant to use climate-controlled storage for wine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re an official wine\ncollector or just a wannabe wino, there\u2019s a chance you\u2019re running out of space\nfor your that new, enviable vintage you just picked up. You already know how\nimportant temperature, humidity and light are to the structure and body of\nwine. Though a wine cellar may be within your budget, there\u2019s a chance you may\nnot have the right conditions or space to keep your wine stored properly. Many\nrestauranteurs find that wine storage<\/a> is a\nbetter option than storing fine vintages and large boxes of product in their\nestablishments.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Photos, Documents, Memorabilia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The pieces of paper and other\nmementos of our lives that are so meaningful are also oftentimes exceptionally\ndelicate. Be sure to store them with the utmost care in archival boxes in a\nclimate-controlled storage unit as extreme heat or cold can cause your\nphotographs to crack or even begin to separate the base layer from the emulsion\nlayer. Paper can also become extremely dried out and brittle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Vinyl Records, Cassette Tapes, CDs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Old tunes need love too. Keep them in peak condition in proper storage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve got any old records, tapes or CDs lying around you\u2019re thinking about putting into storage, definitely spring for the climate-controlled variety. Otherwise, you\u2019re just asking for your sweet sounds to be permanently warped and made unplayable by the variances in temperature and humidity of a regular storage unit. These items grow hotter by the day to collectors \u2013 both sentimental and monetary \u2013 so are definitely worth the extra funds to ensure the extra peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Vintage Furniture and Antiques <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Antiques make your home unique, when storing them ensure they have a low humidity environment. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Though storing furniture in a storage unit is a no-brainer, certain types of furniture and upholstery do much better in a climate-controlled storage environment. Whether it\u2019s that velvet chair you picked up at an estate sale, or an older antique you plan on rehabbing later (when you have a garage) you can use climate-controlled storage to keep the integrity of your piece intact. Pro-tip: Ensure that your vintage furniture piece has a protective covering made of an appropriate material, e.g., linen, cotton, or even bubble wrap, to avoid dust while in storage and dings from other items as you move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Musical Instruments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Musical instruments are another item that can definitely require specific conditions to last the years.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of whether you play brass, woodwind, brass, strings or a piano, musical instruments in general do not take well to temperature or humidity extremes, with the cold weather being a source of more damage than hot. Too much humidity can also be a source of extreme damage to wooden instruments, by softening the wood, weakening the glue joints and even creating permanent deformations in the structure. Your songs will definitely never sound as sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Glassware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Help your glass last in a climate-controlled storage unit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Glassware is surprising because most people store it with utensils, plates, mugs and other dishes that can be stored in variable temperatures. It turns out that glass can become extremely brittle and easily breakable if left in freezing temperatures. This goes double for thin glass, like a coffee carafe or flower vase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Leather and Vintage Textiles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Textiles like leather, linen and suede can be susceptible to deterioration without climate-control. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

More durable clothes like\nsweatshirts or socks can definitely be stored in sealed containers in\nnon-climate-controlled storage units, but you\u2019re going to want to put the more\ndelicate materials and clothing (especially leather, suede or other kinds of\nanimal material) in a unit with more regulated temperatures. Too much heat or\ntoo little humidity can dry out leather and vintage textiles, leaving you with\nunusable pieces on your hands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many of us don\u2019t take into\naccount how fragile certain art pieces can be. High humidity and light can wreak\nhavoc on oil paint, clay, wax, and other mediums. According to Art\nBusiness News<\/a>, 55% humidity is ideal for keeping art\nat an optimal state. Instead of storing your art in a shed or garage, make sure\nyour art is packed away in a climate-controlled storage unit within dry, dark containers.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With our climate\u2019s ever-shifting\nweather patterns, the days of being able to count on relatively stable\ntemperatures anywhere in America may be past us. Play it safe by always putting\nanything that is at all fragile in climate-controlled storage. It\u2019s better to\ninvest now, than to pay the ultimate price of losing the item down the road. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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