Comments on: What is the best way to store furniture in a storage unit?

By: Lynda M ♥

Lynda M ♥ — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:59 +0000

I would suggest getting them off of the ground. Storage units are notorious for ruining things b/c of leaks. The furniture plastic is a good idea. Also, there is a product called Damp Rid that works wonders. It will absorb the moisture in the area. I would suggest buying 3 or 4 small tubs (around $10 each) and replacing them every 4-5 weeksYou might also want to get mouse traps or rodent repellent just to be safe. Good luck!!
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By: shortstuff

shortstuff — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:18:59 +0000

Go to a local furniture store & ask them if you can "have" the plastic that mattresses come in. Then you can put your furniture inside it or cover your furniture carefully. You can set cans of charcoal around in the storage unit to help aborb the dampness.
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By: Bare B

Bare B — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:51:59 +0000

Of course it is best to store in a climate controlled unit, but if you can’t you should cover the antiques with a soft cover. I would scatter dryer softener sheets liberally to control the musty smells. The dryer sheets will also repel rodents. When you finally remove the items, make sure you stabilize the pieces in your home for a few months keeping them at a constant relative humidity before using or sitting on them.

Remember these antiques have lasted lots of years in adverse conditions. They will survive for a little while in storage.

I do not know of any battery operated dehumidifiers.
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Auctioneer of antiques