Whether you plan to relocate residences or have a big renovation project on the horizon, you might need to keep some belongings in self-storage. Certain items require climate-controlled storage to prevent damage caused by temperature fluctuations and excess moisture. The following guide outlines what you should put in a facility that offers units with heating, cooling, and ventilation. 

4 Items to Put In Climate-Controlled Storage

1. Fine Art

Storage units with humidity controls keep artwork from absorbing excess moisture that disintegrates paper or fosters mold growth. Additionally, they prevent humidity from penetrating, freezing, and expanding in ceramic sculptures, keeping pieces intact and free from cracks. 

Climate controls prevent temperatures from rising high enough to melt and bleed paint on canvases. Also, frames won’t be at risk of warping or cracking due to a fluctuating environment.

2. Leather Furniture

Leather sofas and chairs can begin to crumble in dry spaces, but climate controls keep enough moisture in the air to condition the material. Leather may also shrink when exposed to cold air, but a climate-controlled space maintains the same temperature, preventing the fabric from contracting, warping, and tearing. 

3. Electronic Devices

Since electronic devices such as TVs, computers, and stereo systems contain mechanical components made from metal, they require climate controls to regulate humidity levels and prevent corrosion.

Additionally, excess moisture can cause circuit shorts that prevent electrical currents from flowing to devices, rendering them nonfunctional. Stored devices should be kept in an environment with 30% to 50% humidity.

4. Musical Instruments 

Musical instruments made from wood, such as flutes and clarinets, can dry-rot when exposed to moisture. Brass instruments, including trumpets and trombones, can rust due to oxidization in humid environments.

Additionally, harmful mold and bacteria can grow in inner valves and tubes when temperatures get warm. Putting instruments in climate-controlled storage can prevent costly damages and health risks.

Protect your valuable and sensitive belongings by storing them at West Village Mini-Storage. This facility provides climate-controlled storage with 24-hour surveillance and coded gate access to residential and commercial clients throughout Little Rock, AR. Call (501) 224-2028 to ask about their boat and RV storage options, or visit the website to find a unit that will protect your belongings until you need them again.