04/21/2023
It is getting to that time of year where temperatures are going to start reaching the high 90's and low 100's. Having certain items stored in a climate controlled environment is extremely important. Here at Mechler's Place Storage we have some 10X15's left at competitive prices. Don't miss your chance to store your important items in a temperature controlled environment before its too late.
Climate controlled storage, sometimes referred to as temperature controlled storage, is a type of storage unit that is specially designed to maintain steady temperatures and humidity levels. Typically, the temperature will remain stagnant at between 55 degrees and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature and humidity are important metrics when it comes to optimizing the climate in a space because they work together to create moisture. More heat and more humidity equal more moisture; meanwhile, more humidity means more heat in the air (and less humidity means less heat in the air). Keeping both temperature and humidity controlled and steady means that moisture can’t form and your items stay protected.
Pretty much all items in storage will benefit from climate control, but some truly need it. These are the big ones.
Furniture (anything made of or containing wood, metal, wicker, leather, or upholstery)
Other items made out of the materials listed above
Electronics
Media (DVDs, videos, vinyl records, etc.)
Artwork
Clothing, particularly if it’s lace or leather, or if it’s going to be stored in bags
Important documents
Photographs
Musical instruments
Wine
Collectibles (stamps, coins, comic books, etc.)
Medical supplies and medications
Makeup and toiletries
Household appliances
Sports equipment
Bicycles with leather seats
Why these items require climate controlled storage becomes more clear once you start to think about how they react with moisture. Wood, for example, can become warped, cracked, or rotted from moisture exposure, while leather can become discolored and is susceptible to mold and mildew. Electronics, on the other hand, can become cracked or rusted, rendering them unusable or dangerous to use later on. And paper items (including photographs) can actually disintegrate, or become otherwise illegible.
When trying to decide if an item should be stored in a climate controlled unit, ask yourself the following questions about it:
Can it get mold or mildew?
Can it warp, crack, deteriorate, or become discolored from interactions with moisture?
Would high heat cause it to expand or contract?
Is it designed to be stored at a certain temperature (for example, wine or artwork)?
Is it sensitive to extreme heat or cold?
Is it rare, sentimental, and/or valuable?
If your answer to any of the above questions is yes, then it is going to be in your best interest to rent a climate controlled storage unit.