Humidity refers to the amount of water vapor in the air. While some degree of humidity is naturally present in any climate, higher levels can have adverse effects on items you keep in storage. To protect your belongings, learn more about the effects of humidity.

Cardboard Boxes

Many people use cardboard boxes to contain their items in storage. But when humidity is high, some of the dampness from the air will settle onto the boxes and be absorbed by the cardboard. The cardboard will then become soggy and start to break down. Your possessions could ultimately be exposed or damaged without the protective barrier of the box around them.

Wood

Wood items will absorb moisture from the air in the same way cardboard does. The moisture will penetrate the layers of wood and cause them to warp, bend, buckle, or swell.

On a small wooden picture frame or an old chair this might not be a serious issue, but on a major investment or prized heirloom, like a guitar, piano, dining room table, or antique breakfront, this could be devastating.

Metal

Water vapor causes metal parts to oxidize, resulting in corrosion. You might initially fear for larger metal goods like appliances, tables, and chairs; however, it also presents issues for any possessions that contain even a small amount of metal, such as the staples in a comic book or magazine collection, the settings of jewelry, and the inner workings of electronics.

To avoid the consequences of high humidity, choose a climate-controlled unit at Advantage Storage, headquartered in Flower Mound, TX. They’ve served customers throughout Texas, Arizona, and Colorado for more than 20 years with business and household storage units. Call (972) 212-5225 to reserve a unit or request a quote. Visit their website for more information on their storage features.