Furniture put into long-term storage the wrong way comes out warped, musty or damaged. Done right, it comes out exactly as it went in. The keys are cleaning, the right wrapping, and climate control.
Anything you store should be thoroughly clean and bone dry. Dust and food residue attract pests, and any moisture trapped in wood or upholstery breeds mold over months. Clean wood, vacuum upholstery, and let everything dry completely before wrapping.
Use moving blankets for wood and upholstered furniture — not plastic directly against them, which traps condensation and causes mold over time. Cover glass and mirrors, pad corners, and bag mattresses in proper breathable covers. Disassemble what you can to save space and reduce stress on joints.
For long-term storage in LA, climate-controlled space is strongly recommended — the heat and humidity swings warp wood, crack veneers, and damage electronics, leather and anything delicate over months. It costs a bit more but protects exactly the items worth storing.
Put heavy, sturdy items on the bottom and lighter ones on top, keep everything off the bare floor (on pallets), and leave a little airflow between pieces rather than packing solid. Our movers can load, store and re-deliver your furniture in one coordinated flow — see our moving storage guide and unit size guide.
Clean and fully dry everything first, wrap wood and upholstery in breathable moving blankets (not plastic directly), use climate-controlled space, and stack with heavy items on the bottom and airflow between pieces.
Not directly — plastic against wood or upholstery traps condensation and causes mold over months. Use moving blankets for the furniture itself; plastic can go over the blanket if needed.
For long-term storage in LA, strongly recommended — heat and humidity swings warp wood, crack veneers and damage leather and electronics over time. It's worth the small premium.
Heavy, sturdy items on the bottom and lighter on top, everything off the bare floor on pallets, glass and mirrors padded, and a little airflow between pieces rather than packing solid.
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