Bad winter storage can lead to some disasters. Avoid them all with our storage Wixams. 

As winter rolls around each year, we all have to consider what to do with our outdoor furniture, summer clothing and summer sports equipment. You need to find the right place to store these items and, during the winter, it can be even more tricky to find the right spot. Winter brings with it such cold, wet weather that many spots, that are fine in summer, may now be a place where your items will be damaged. 

Within this article, we have put together some of our top tips for avoiding winter storage disaster and will let you know how our storage Wixams will help. 

Why Is Proper Winter Storage Important?

Winter brings many challenges when it comes to storage, particularly items that are sensitive to changes in the weather, temperature and humidity. Items such as outdoor furniture and sports equipment are very susceptible to cold temperatures and damp conditions. 

Not storing correctly can lead to permanent damage such as rusting and warping. Mould and mildew can also be an issue for clothing and other cloth items not stored properly. 

Using our storage Wixams will help to prevent these types of issues and it will increase the lifespan of the product. 

What To Avoid With Your Winter Storage

In order to do winter storage properly, there are some mistakes that you need to avoid. Within this section, we will talk you through what to avoid. 

Improper Packing

One of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to their winter storage is not packing their items properly. Improper packing will lead to your items getting damaged.

It is very important that you invest in some high-quality packing materials, such as multi-walled boxes and bubble wrap. You will also need to invest time into sorting through and packing your items properly. You will also need to label each box. 

Proper packing will prevent your items from getting damaged via breakages or being affected by environmental factors. 

Ignoring Temperature And Humidity 

Many items that are placed into storage during the winter months need to be in a place where you can control the temperature and the humidity. Electronics, leather furniture, wooden furniture, artwork and some fabrics are highly sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations.

There are some areas in your house that will see high levels of temperature and humidity fluctuations such as your loft, garage and garden shed. These will not be good places for storage. You can get sensors that will monitor the temperature and humidity of an area but it is best to store your items in a place that is dry and at a steady temperature and humidity level. Our storage Wixams will be an excellent option. 

Not Being Organised 

Wherever you decide to store your winter items, you need to be organised. A disorganised space will inhibit you from retrieving items and it could lead to you wasting space. 

Our storage Wixams will allow you plenty of space so you can store your winter items in an organised manner. 

Not Storing Things At All 

A really big winter storage disaster would be not storing items at all. Items such as outdoor furniture are particularly sensitive to winter weather and many people just cover them and think this will be enough to shield them from the elements. This is not true. Moisture can still seep through covers and, with a strong enough wind, covers can easily come off. 

It is best to store items like outdoor furniture in a dry, indoor environment such as our storage Wixams. 

Our Storage Wixams Will Stop Winter Storage Disasters 

It is very easy to have a winter storage disaster. Whether it is through improper packing, disorganised storage, not thinking about temperature and humidity or simply not storing items at all, it is very easy to make mistakes with your winter storage. 

Our storage Wixams will provide you with dry, clean storage that is the perfect size for your winter storage needs. If you would like to know more, please give us a call on: 01234 745 881 or click here.