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Leather furniture is popular due to its visual appeal, soft texture, and longevity. However, over time, leather can wear down naturally due to normal wear and tear. If you're storing leather furniture in a storage unit, consult the guide below to ensure you prevent rips, stains, and other damage when storing the furniture. 

How Should You Prepare Leather Furniture for Self-Storage?

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Before transporting leather furniture into a storage unit, thoroughly clean the piece. Wiping leather down with a soft, microfiber cloth to remove dust, debris, and residue will keep the material in good condition. Next, treat the surface with a leather conditioner that will protect against wrinkles. 

Be sure the leather is completely dry and then cover the piece with a breathable cover, such as a canvas drop cloth, a bedsheet, or a soft blanket, so there's a barrier between dust as well as other items you're storing without the risk of trapping moisture. Since moisture and dampness have a tendency to hit walls and the floor first, set up crates in the unit to elevate the furniture. Make sure the sofa or chair isn't touching the walls. 

Why Choose a Climate-Controlled Storage Unit?

A climate-controlled storage unit provides a stable environment where temperature and humidity are properly tracked and managed. By choosing this option for leather furniture, you won't have to worry about high heat and humidity creating condensation and moisture that can prompt mold growth, stains, and general discoloration. Similarly, you won't have to worry about dry air causing leather to dry out and shrink, creating cracks and other signs of age. 

 

If you're looking for a self-storage facility that has plenty of climate-controlled storage units perfect for leather furniture, count on American Mini Storage. Since 1997, residents throughout Staunton and Augusta County, VA, have depended on this company for reliable, secure storage at fair prices. To secure a unit, call (540) 885-7231. For more information on their units, visit their website.  

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