Storage units enable tenants to profit from clean, secure extra space that they could customize and use in countless ways to de-clutter and improve their living spaces. On the other hand, storage units in Las Vegas vary a great deal in size, features and price. Some of the most popular additional features, like climate control for instance, raise the price of a unit a bit, but they can elevate the overall quality of one’s storage unit experience, especially when it comes to storing the following five categories of goods that demand special storage conditions. Delicate Clothing Items. Storing clothes made of delicate fabrics, such as wool, silk or fur, inside a standard, non-climate control, is not the best idea, especially when you can rent a room designed to maintain an ideal humidity and temperature level indoors. Climate control can prevent moisture damage, leading to other major issues, such as staining and a potential mold problem. Furniture. Furniture, especially those expensive, rare vintage pieces, requires special storage conditions. If you are determined to preserve the value of your antique furniture, opt for quality packaging materials tailored to the nature of your stored goods (for instance, glass surfaces demand plastic peanuts or bubble wrap to prevent breakage, while upholstery and mattresses should be protected using cotton furniture covers). Moreover, consider spending a bit more on climate-controlled units to avoid premature signs of aging. For example, extreme temperature variations can make wooden surfaces warp or crack, causing noticeable aesthetic flaws. Electronics. Did you know that cold weather could compromise the functionality of your electronics? While every product has its specific operating guidelines, for instance, it seems that iPads and iPhones function properly in environments with temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit, it would be highly recommended to rent a room that preserves an optimal temperature for all the goods that you’re planning on leaving ion storage. Artworks. Artwork, including paintings, can be damaged not only by fluctuating temperatures and moisture, but also by extensive sun exposure. To avoid these concerns, it would be a smart move to store paintings inside a climate-controlled Las Vegas storage unit, and take additional measures of precaution to limit light exposure. For instance, one could design custom frames for valuable paintings, and frame their artwork behind thick glass with a high grade of UV protection. Documents. Documents can also display signs of staining and fading colors in the long run, especially when they are kept in non-climate controlled environments. This is why it would be best to keep important paper goods, such as stamps, old records, or letters and postcards with a high sentimental value, in envelopes or boxes placed on shelves or arranged inside cabinets, in a room ensuring a superior protection against some of the most common threats, including chemical deterioration, theft and vandalism, light, moisture and extreme temperatures. To recreate these special storage conditions for the five categories of goods listed above, rent your room with American Mini Storage, and use a great storage unit in Las Vegas to deposit and protect your fragile valuables in a risk-free manner. American Mini Storage 8250 South Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89123 (702) 625-9943
