Hanging colorful lights and ornaments around your home is a fun tradition for families during the holiday season. But there tends to be less ceremony about taking them down. Sometimes, this haste can result in damages. To protect your belongings, the guide below offers several tips to follow when putting holiday decorations into storage.

How to Preserve Your Decorations

1. Use an Ornament Storage Box

Ornaments are fragile and must be stored with care to prevent them from shattering. Purchase a special container with several fabric-lined layers that also features dividers and padding. Wrap each ornament in tissue paper before placing them into their own compartment. This allows you to stack ornaments without risk of harm.

2. Wrap Holiday Lights

String lights can be a pain to untangle every year. First, identify and toss any damaged or burnt out bulbs. Then use a spool with hooks to wind up the string lights. Alternatively, you can wrap them around rectangular pieces of cardboard. Keep each set of lights in a zippered insulated bag labeled with the length of the string. 

3. Buy Plastic Storage Containers

Rather than using bags or cardboard boxes, purchase plastic storage containers. They are sturdy and easy to stack and can hold everything from wreaths and garlands to more delicate items like wrapping paper or children's holiday artwork. Place tree skirts and tablecloths in a vacuum-sealed bag for protection from moisture, dust, and moths. 

To save space in your house, also consider placing the decorations in a storage facility. Oak Tree Storage, located in Duncan, OK, offers units of various sizes to suit your needs and budget. They also have climate-controlled options, state-of-the-art electronic key codes, and 24-hour access. Call (580) 255-5858 to request a free estimate from one of their customer service representatives or reserve one online.