Tip one:
If you are packing fragile items for long-term storage, you should take special care when packing them. Do not use crumbled newspaper as the ink from the newspaper rubs off onto everything and can stain your items. You can use old soft clothes or acid free packing paper to wrap your fragile items. Another alternative is using bubble wrap.

Tip two:
Be sure to line the bottom of the box to provide about four inches of cushion for your fragile items. You will want to wrap each item individually so that they cannot clink together and get accidentally broken. If an item comes apart into two or more pieces, each piece should be wrapped separately.

Tip three:
After placing an item in the box, you should place crushed paper or some other type of filler in between the items. This will provide further protection of your fragile items. Be careful not to overload the box, it can cause the box to break open. If the box breaks, your items are spilled out onto the floor where they can break.

Tip four:
When storing clothing for long term do not store them in plastic or vinyl bags because it can lead to discoloration, mildew, and musty odors. Some plastic bags also emit PVC gases that can deteriorate delicate fibers over time. So when storing clothes use cotton bags or ventilated containers. Make sure that you clean your clothes before storing them. Stains from foods can attract moths, silverfish, or other insects that will feed on these stains and thus put holes in your clothes.

Tip five:
When storing clothes for long-term you should place acid-free tissues inside the clothes. The clothes should also be stored in a dry and dark place, not a hot attic, or a damp basement. Attics and basements can damage the clothes fibers because of their extreme temperatures. On occasion, you will need to remove the clothes from storage, clean the bags they are being stored in, and refold the clothes so the fibers are protected. Mothballs can also be used to help protect the clothes.

Tip six:
When storing wood furniture for long-term you should disassemble all of the furniture that you are able to. Either before or after you disassemble your wooden furniture you should wax the wood really well with wood varnish, this will prevent moisture from destroying your wood furniture. If you do disassemble, your furniture be sure to place all hardware in a Ziploc bag and tape it the disassembled furniture, so that you do not accidentally lose the hardware. When you are placing, the items in storage place some type of thick cloth (moving blankets or old carpet) in between each piece of wood to prevent scratching. If you have furniture that is made of metal or a similar alloy before storing it, you should apply a thin coat of oil to it.

Tip seven:
Before placing a DVD player, CD player, VCR, or a TV into the box, you should first wrap the item in plastic (when wrapping these think in terms of how it was packaged when you first bought the item). When it comes to your CDs or DVDs do not place them in plastic wrap or plastic bags because if the storage place gets too hot it can destroy your CDs or DVDs. When possible your electronics should be stored in their original boxes.