7 Summer Storage Tips

Store Documents in Airtight Containers

When storing documents, be sure to keep them in a cool, dry place. In addition to keeping moisture away from your documents, you can also use a dehumidifier or vacuum sealer to remove excess humidity from the air. Airtight containers are also a good way to keep out excess moisture and prevent mold growth. If you need long-term storage for important papers, consider using the freezer or placing them in airtight containers with desiccants like silica gel packets or baking soda.

Store Mattresses Upright

In order to keep your mattress clean and dry, it is recommended that you store it upright with its packaging. If you don’t have a box spring or foundation, place the mattress directly on the floor in a dry place. To keep dust and debris from settling into the fibers of your mattress, wrap it in plastic before storing away. Mattresses should also be protected from insects and rodents by enclosing them in plastic bags or encasing them within protective covers made specifically for this purpose. You may also consider using bed bug traps as additional protection against infestation. Finally, mattresses should be stored in a dark area where sunlight cannot reach them as this can cause mold growth that could damage your furniture over time!

Keep Belongings Off the Ground

Keeping your belongings off the ground is one of the most important things you can do to prevent moisture from seeping into them and causing damage. This also helps to deter pests, rodents, and insects from damaging your items.

Seal Boxes

There are several benefits to sealing cardboard boxes. The most obvious is that it keeps the contents from falling out of the box, which can happen if the sides cave in under their own weight. Another benefit is that it prevents moisture from entering the box, which can cause mold or mildew growth inside and damage your belongings. This is especially important if you have items like clothing or textiles that should be stored in an airtight container to prevent them from becoming brittle over time. Lastly, using tape or other appropriate sealant materials to seal your boxes will make them easier to stack neatly in a storage unit.

Protect Wooden Furniture

While many people assume that all woods are alike and can be treated the same way, this is not true—the wood species and age of any given piece can affect how it holds up over time. For example, oak is more durable than pine or cedar when exposed to moisture; however, if left in contact with water for extended periods of time (like when placed up against a window), older oaks will warp and crack more quickly than newer ones. Wooden furniture must also be protected from heat sources such as radiators or baseboard heaters, air conditioning vents, direct sunlight, windows, doors, sinks, and drains.

Keep Bed Sets Together

When it comes to storing beds and bed sets, keep them in one place. Beds are heavy and awkward, and the last thing you need is for them to get damaged during storage. Beds are expensive (especially if they’ve been custom-made), so you want to make sure that everything can be put back together as easily as possible when it comes time for you to move into your new apartment. Additionally, storing beds and mattresses on top of each other will help prevent dust from settling into any crevices between the foam or fiber layers inside each mattress. This reduces the risk of bed bug infestation!

Label Boxes Clearly

Label each box clearly with a permanent marker. If you are using a label maker, make sure you choose boxes that can accommodate the label material’s size and have enough room to write your labels clearly. Also, be sure to use durable labels and make them large enough, so they are readable from afar. Labeling your boxes will make it easier to access the specific items you need throughout the year.

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