But garages aren’t ideal for storing absolutely everything.
Moisture and humidity can build up.
Or unwanted pests may end up ruining these documents, which can be quite a nuisance to replace.
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), or even that copy ofWar and Peaceyou plan on reading every year but dont.
No matter what it is, these volumes belong on your bookshelf or someplace else inside the home.
If you have books you dont want anymore, donate them to your local library or thrift shop.
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Pet Food
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We all love our pets.
So its only natural to want to keep extra food on hand.
But its best to leave that 40-pound bag of kibble indoors.
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Unless you want to attractrodents and vermin, storing pet food in your garage is a terrible idea.
Most paint should be stored between 60 and 80F.
Extreme heat or cold can ruin the paints consistency.
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While theres a chance frozen paint will be usable when it thawsits simply not worth the risk.
Its probably time to invest in a wine rack or fridge instead of storing it in your garage.
Wine needs to be kept in a temperature-controlled environment or it could impact the taste.
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Moths can eat through clothing and ruin it.
Moisture can cause mold or mildew to grow.
Rodents can nest in and chew through those old jeans.
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If you absolutely must store clothing in your garage, invest in vacuum-sealed bags and airtight containers.
Use tarps or firewood racks to store it far away from the garage.
And gas cans and propane tanks can also leak, leading to a fire hazard.
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It’s best to store hazardous products in a separate outdoor shed away from your house.
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