Energize and Organize: Outdoor Shed/Garage Storage

It's summertime, it's hot and humid,  and sheds/garages typically are not temperature controlled spaces.  When making decisions about what to and what not to store in your sheds and garages, this informative list written by Lisa Milbrand for Real Simple is an excellent resource and guide.  

1.   Pantry Foods  (food spoilage and damage from moths, mice, other pests)
2.  Clothing and other Fabric Items (mold, dust, pests, unwanted moisture damage)
3.   Propane (gas buildup and potential fire/explosion if tank leaks)
4.  Important Papers (damage from pests, dirt, moisture)
5.  Wine and other Drinks (quality compromise)
6.  Electronics (temperature extremes could wreck havoc on the electronic wiring)
7.  Refrigerator or Freezer (huge energy use in hot weather)
8.  Books (damage from moisture, pests, dirt)
9.  Valuables (temperature extremes, lack of adequate security)
10.  Batteries (high temp causes batteries to lose some of their power and/or could spark)
11.  Wood Furniture (warping or cracking in high temps, weakening of the joint glue)
12  Paint (requires temperature controlled environment to avoid paint separation)

Remember if you need assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ...
Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer, 617.640.2366
Organizing Barnstable, Bourne, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Hyannis, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro and Yarmouth