Some things can be damaged by heat, humidity and cold. A climate-controlled unit may help keep your stuff within a set temperature or humidity range.
Need to stop by your storage unit on a regular basis? A climate-controlled unit may make sure your visit is comfortable in either hot or cold weather, year-round.
High heat and humidity can cause photos to curl, fade and degrade rapidly. Climate control may keep your photos looking good for generations.
Moisture and condensation are the enemies when it comes to photo gear and electronics. Camera bodies can corrode and lenses can be destroyed by humidity-loving fungi.
“The climate-controlled environment is a must-have under Texas weather conditions!”
Dennis W.“The climate-controlled environment is a must-have under Texas weather conditions!”
Dennis W.“The climate-controlled environment is a must-have under Texas weather conditions!”
Dennis W.Heat can melt an LP record very easily, leaving it warped and unplayable. Magnetic media — such as cassettes, reel-to-reel tapes, computer disks and hard drives — are sensitive to humidity and condensation.
Stringed instruments can warp and their glued joints can fail. Bacteria, mold and mildew can grow in brasses and woodwinds. Pianos can suffer all these effects. If you're storing a musical instrument, go with a climate-controlled space.
Leave space for air to move between boxes and furniture. It reduces the chances of mold or mildew invading your things.
Cardboard boxes will soak up any moisture they can find, even the dew that condenses on concrete floors in humid environments. Use wire shelving, 4-by-4-inch lumber or other strong supports to store everything at above-floor level.
Those little packets that say "Do Not Eat" are your best friends when it comes to preventing moisture damage. You can buy them in various sizes, from little packets to large, vented boxes designed for camera and electronics cases.
There is a lot of science to preserving the things you care about. Reading up on preservation techniques can help you maximize the life of your possessions.
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