{"id":1332,"date":"2026-01-16T20:54:31","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T20:54:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/?p=1332"},"modified":"2026-01-20T15:48:42","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T15:48:42","slug":"what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage\/","title":{"rendered":"What Items Are at Risk of Cold Damage in Storage?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Table of Contents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage\/#what-causes-cold-damage-in-self-storage\">What Causes Cold Damage in Self Storage?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage\/#items-that-are-most-at-risk-for-cold-damage-in-storage\">Items that are Most at Risk for Cold Damage in Storage<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage\/#climate-controlled-storage-a-good-solution-to-cold-damage\">Climate Controlled Storage: A Good Solution to Cold Damage<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/what-items-are-at-risk-of-cold-damage-in-storage\/#rent-a-climate-controlled-storage-unit-with-nsa-storage\">Rent a Climate Controlled Storage Unit with NSA Storage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re thinking of putting your items in self-storage, or if you&#8217;re one of millions of Americans who already have a storage unit, it&#8217;s important to know how to protect your stored items. In the winter months, extreme cold can damage your belongings. Even worse is that the signs of cold damage are hard to see until it\u2019s too late. Figure out which items are vulnerable and how to protect them with this guide from NSA Storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-causes-cold-damage-in-self-storage\">What Causes Cold Damage in Self Storage?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might think that cold damage is all about freezing temps. What actually causes most cold damage, however, is moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Person leaning against windowsill with a window covered in condensation.\" class=\"wp-image-1333 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_2398344175-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Falling temperatures cause moisture in the air to turn into condensation. This moisture can cause wood to warp, metal to rust, and electronics to corrode. It also causes mold and mildew, which can be extremely damaging to many items. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another reason for cold damage is that, when something freezes, it contracts. Then, when it warms up again, it expands. If this happens often enough, the contraction and expansion can weaken and even destroy, many items. That\u2019s why major temperature swings can cause damage while something is in a storage unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To summarize, cold damage in storage can be caused by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temperatures below 32\u00b0F\u00a0or 0\u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapid or constant temperature swings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Condensation and the moisture it creates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contraction and expansion of materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"items-that-are-most-at-risk-for-cold-damage-in-storage\">Items that are Most at Risk for Cold Damage in Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a wide range of items that are at risk of cold damage in storage. Below we\u2019ll take a look at all of them, what can happen, and how to avoid costly or irreversible damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"electronic-equipment\"><strong>Electronic Equipment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electronics are one of the most commonly damaged items in storage due to cold. Moisture from condensation is typically the culprit, damaging internal components, screens, and, especially, batteries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electronics most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TVs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computers, including laptops and PCs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaming consoles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Printers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stereo equipment like speakers, subwoofers, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, keep in mind that tools and appliances are also electronics, just on a bigger scale. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fridges and freezers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Washers\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dryers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lawn equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage Prevention Tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whenever possible, store electronics in their original packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store them off of the floor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrap electronics in moving blankets if you don\u2019t have their original packaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"furniture\"><strong>Furniture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many kinds of common furniture can be damaged by cold while in storage. The expansion and contraction leads to cracking, warping, and other damage. Leather-bound furniture can dry out and crack, and any type of fabric can grow mold and mildew if it gets wet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furniture most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anything made of wood, like tables, chairs, and dressers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Furniture with veneers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upholstered furniture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leather furniture\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage Prevention Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don\u2019t cover furniture in plastic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use breathable covers or moving pads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure good ventilation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"clothing-and-textiles\"><strong>Clothing and Textiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moisture can cause mold and mildew, which breaks down the fabric. This can happen quite quickly, so prevention is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clothing and textiles most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anything made with leather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wool clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vintage clothes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wedding dresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blankets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rugs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage Prevention Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean everything well before storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry thoroughly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use garment bags or wardrobe boxes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"documents-photos-and-paperwork\"><strong>Documents, Photos, and Paperwork<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s probably not a surprise that most paper can be negatively affected by moisture. Condensation due to cold swings affects papers, documents and photos, which can become brittle, discolored, and cracked. Even worse, restoring them afterward is almost impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paper items most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Photographs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal docs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comic books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paintings\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posters\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage Prevention Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep papers off of concrete floors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use specialized archival boxes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-kitchen-items\"><strong>Common Kitchen Items<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many everyday kitchen items were never designed to be frozen, especially if they contain liquids. Expansion can make them brittle and even cause some containers to burst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common kitchen items most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ceramics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glassware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tableware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anything with liquid inside<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage Prevention Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dry everything well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use boxes with plenty of padding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrap things well with paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid storing liquids<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"musical-instruments\"><strong>Musical Instruments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-1024x749.jpg\" alt=\"Corroded trumpet in an open case.\" class=\"wp-image-1334 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-1024x749.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-768x562.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-1536x1123.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/shutterstock_1620767503-2048x1498.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Musical instruments are especially sensitive to extreme cold. Cold air, for example, affects their tension. Expansion and contraction damages wood integrity, also, and can damage metal components.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Musical instruments most at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pianos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brass instruments like trombones, and trumpets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodwind instruments like clarinets, flutes, and saxophones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>String instruments like guitars, violins, violas, and cellos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prevention Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store instruments in their hard case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean and dry them well before storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep them off concrete floors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For long-term storage, loosen their strings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"climate-controlled-storage-a-good-solution-to-cold-damage\">Climate Controlled Storage: A Good Solution to Cold Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the very best ways to prevent cold damage in storage is to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/storage-help\/types-of-storage\/climate-controlled-storage\">climate controlled storage unit<\/a>. These specialized storage units provide several benefits over normal units, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Humidity control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temperature maintenance <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved air circulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protection from direct sunlight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/storage-help\/types-of-storage\/climate-controlled-storage\">Climate controlled storage units<\/a> keep the temperature and humidity stable year-round. This prevents the contraction, expansion, and condensation that are the main cause of cold damage in storage. It\u2019s like having an extra layer of protection for every item you have in your storage unit! If you live in an area that also has hot or humid summers, climate-control is a no-brainer for your stored items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rent-a-climate-controlled-storage-unit-with-nsa-storage\">Rent a Climate Controlled Storage Unit with NSA Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re going to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/storage-help\/types-of-storage\/self-storage\">rent a storage unit<\/a> to store things you want to keep, protect, and preserve, the tips above will definitely help. Most are easy to use and don\u2019t require anything special or costly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\/storage\">reserve a climate controlled storage unit<\/a> from NSA Storage, simply click the link and fill in your info! Once you\u2019re done, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsastorage.com\">storage units<\/a> will be ready to use at your discretion! Until then, be sure to stay warm!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents: If you&#8217;re thinking of putting your items in self-storage, or if you&#8217;re one of millions of Americans who already have a storage unit, it&#8217;s important to know how to protect your stored items. In the winter months, extreme cold can damage your belongings. 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