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The main function of a garage is a place to store personal vehicles. But often the garage is also used to store several items.
However, not all items in the house can be stored in the garage. A garage door that is opened frequently can create humidity and an opportunity for pests to enter.
Launching Better Homes & Gardens, Monday (11/11/2024), here are several items that you should not store in your garage.
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Paint and Chemicals
If the garage door is opened frequently, the garage will be exposed to heat and cold when it rains. This will make the paint can rust and damage the remaining paint.
Likewise with chemicals that can emit fumes from pesticides and cleaning products. This will pollute the air and pose health risks.
It’s best to store these items in an outdoor shed or place away from heat sources.
Cloth Items
Anything made of fabric will be attractive to insects, plus mold and mildew will start to grow in hot, humid places.
Avoid storing clothes, bedding, mattresses, carpets, or other upholstered furniture to avoid damage.
Paper Goods
Often in the garage you find paper items, such as documents, photos or books that have piled up.
Paper becomes a breeding ground for mold and mildew when exposed to heat and humidity, and can attract termites which can spread to any area.
Toy
Indoor toys should stay indoors, especially dolls or baby items.
If you want to keep it in the garage, make sure to put it in plastic to prevent mold and insects from damaging the stored toys.
Electronic goods
Moisture can easily damage electronic devices and small pests can get into the components.
Hot temperatures can also melt electronic items, such as black plates that you collect. Get rid of items that are no longer used so that they don’t build up at home.
Gas cylinders
Gas cylinders can pose a serious danger if left in the garage. The gas cylinder has the potential to leak which could start a fire.
Avoid storing flammable substances in the garage, including filled gas containers and oil-soaked rags that can catch fire in high temperatures.
These are some items that you should not store in the garage. Hope this is useful, detikers!
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What Not to Store in Your Garage: A Cautionary Tale
Ah, the garage: that wonderful land of forgotten items, dubious storage solutions, and questionable life choices. It’s where dreams of tidiness go to die… or worse, get replaced by an army of mold spores! Buckle up, dear readers; we’re diving headfirst into the murky waters of garage storage and what items are a sure-fire way to regret.
Paint and Chemicals
Storing paint in the garage? Oh, darling, that’s like leaving a naughty child alone with a bag of sweets in a candy store! Frequent door openings means temperature changes, and before you know it, your high-end paint cans have rusted. Not only that, but those chemicals can emit fumes that’ll have you dreaming of a career in the gas mask business. Better to find them a cozy nook in an outdoor shed or somewhere far from heat. You wouldn’t want your oils stirring up unintended toxic ‘art’ smells, would you?
Cloth Items
Ah, fabric – nature’s sponge! Anything made of cloth left in the garage is simply begging for mold, mildew, and the attention of your new insect roommates. Seriously, it’s like hanging a “Welcome” sign for moths. If you want your clothes to live long and prosper, keep them inside, lest they become a buffet for tiny critters or turn into museum pieces, full of dust and secrets!
Paper Goods
Documents, photos, books… our beloved paper goods don’t deserve a life in a damp garage. While you might think of it as “vintage ambiance,” it’s more like a death sentence for your paperwork. Heat and humidity will have those papers breeding mold like rabbits, and termites taking notes in the corner. Seriously, it’s a nightmare waiting to happen! Archive your precious memories elsewhere; grateful tree spirits will sing your praises!
Toys
Indoor toys in the garage are like that uncle who drinks too much at family gatherings: best kept inside! Especially soft toys—they’ll turn into fuzzy little petri dishes of doom. Keep those cherubic dolls and baby items protected in plastic. Otherwise, instead of playtime adventures, you’ll end up with a horror story involving a family of mold and a particularly adventurous spider!
Electronic Goods
Electronics and garages are like oil and water. Moisture will turn your beloved gadgets into useless bricks quicker than you can say “I should’ve listened.” And hot temperatures? They’ll melt anything that’s not the heart of an actual volcano. If you’re hoarding old tech, be ruthless; it’s better to clear out the clutter than to host a tech graveyard party.
Gas Cylinders
Now, let’s have a serious chat about gas cylinders. Storing these in your garage is basically playing a game of “Will It Blow?” leaking gas is a ticket to potential chaos, and no one wants their garage to morph into a scene from a Bruce Willis film. It’s an absolute NO. Tuck those dangerous items away where they belong: far from your vehicle and that quirky uncle who can’t take a hint!
Conclusion: More Room for Less Regret
So there you have it, a round-up of the absolute worst items to store in your garage. Keep it clean, keep it un-moldy, and perhaps consider labeling where things belong before you learn the hard way. After all, you want your garage to be a haven for vehicles, not a breeding ground for chaos. Now go forth and clean out that garage, my intrepid readers! Your future self will thank you.
**Interview Segment: What Not to Store in Your Garage**
**Editor:** Today, we’re joined by home organization expert, Sarah Thompson, to discuss the common mistakes people make when it comes to garage storage. Sarah, thanks for being here!
**Sarah:** Thanks for having me! It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Editor:** The garage often ends up being a catch-all for various items. What are some of the biggest offenders that people should avoid storing there?
**Sarah:** Ah, there are quite a few! First off, paint and chemicals are a big no-no. With the temperature fluctuating every time the garage door opens, paint can rust and become unusable, not to mention those chemicals can emit harmful fumes. It’s much safer to store them in an outdoor shed or a designated area away from heat.
**Editor:** That makes sense. What about items made of cloth?
**Sarah:** Great question! Cloth items are also problematic. They can attract insects and develop mold and mildew in humid environments. Storing anything like clothes, linens, or upholstered furniture in the garage is just asking for trouble. It’s best to keep those indoors where they can stay dry.
**Editor:** Interesting! And what about paper goods? I see many people storing old documents or photos in their garages.
**Sarah:** Exactly, and that’s a huge mistake! Paper becomes a breeding ground for mold and mildew in a hot, humid garage, which not only damages the items but can also attract termites. I advise people to store important documents and cherished memories in a climate-controlled environment.
**Editor:** And it’s not just about durability, right? Safety is a concern as well.
**Sarah:** Absolutely! For example, gas cylinders should never be stored in the garage. They can leak and potentially cause a fire. It’s crucial to avoid keeping any flammable substances, including oil-soaked rags, within that high-temperature space.
**Editor:** Lastly, what advice do you have for those who may want to store electronic goods in the garage?
**Sarah:** Another item to leave out of the garage! Electronic devices and gadgets can easily be damaged by moisture and temperature extremes. It’s best to avoid that buildup and only keep items you regularly use.
**Editor:** Thank you, Sarah, for all this invaluable advice. It sounds like a little mindfulness can go a long way in keeping our garages safe and organized!
**Sarah:** Absolutely! Happy organizing, everyone!
**Editor:** That’s all for today’s segment. Remember, it’s about creating a space that serves its purpose without compromising safety or your belongings. Stay tuned for more insights and tips!
