beans Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 I'm moving to Japan for a few years in July, and I've decided that I don't like the idea (or the cost!) of trying to ship my records overseas with me. As much as it kills me to do so, I'm putting my whole vinyl collection, turntable, and stereo set-up into storage for a while. Does anyone out there have experience with doing this? I already plan on using a temperature controlled storage unit, but is there anything I should know other than that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unravelled Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 No experience but watch out for water/flooding. At least you'll prolly come back with a nice haul from japan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C_Corday Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 I put my collection into storage at the end of last year when I moved house as it is unfortunately quite difficult to find apartments these days with enough space to store +500 records! Anyway, the only advice I can offer is temperature control (which you've already thought of), and to obviously take care of how you arrange the boxes. Maybe damp would be the other concern, but if you're going into a place that's temperature controlled hopefully they will also take sufficient precautions regarding any wetness getting into your shed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flood Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 definitely using some kind of shelving to keep it off the ground, as well as not having too many boxes stacked on top of each other.. that much weight over time won't do your lps any favors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somethingvinyl Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Just sell everything to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hezagenius Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 I use these pallets from Amazon in my storage unit. They keep stuff off the ground in case of a flood. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SI704A/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1 You can also buy bags of dessicant to help keep the moisture down. They make all kinds of stuff for this. Target sells some plastic storage cubes that are about 13" x 13" x 13" on the inside and they are stackable. Those would be good for storage as well. I have some at home and I love them. Very sturdy and the stacking feature is nice. I can't find a link to them so maybe they are only available in store. They come in white or blue. There may also be a black one. This probably goes without saying but you will want a climate controlled storage area with indoor access only. These will be much better protected from the elements than outdoor units. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korgull Of Morgoth Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Be careful: http://www.discogs.com/groups/topic/381330 Japan is the best place in the whole world to do record shopping so you're not gonna miss what you'll leave behind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hezagenius Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Korgull is right. Insure your collection if it is valuable. You will need to maintain a list and you might have an additional premium add-on to your homeowner's insurance but it is generally small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whenicomearound Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Just sell everything to me. You would buy someone's whole collection? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drds89 Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 Just sell everything to me. You would buy someone's whole collection? double sarcarsm font in one thread, w00t! for the OP...Climate control, valuables insurance rider + pictures and documentation, elevation - check, check, check. Only thing left is 24 hr security guard and you're all set Have a great time in Japan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokedDecline Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 I stored my collection, about 500 LP's/700 7"s for three years, two and a half years in one place and then moved them and stored them for another six months. I have two, 2X4 Ikea Expidits and I put them lengthwise on top of each other and on top of an executive desk and filled them like normal. Not too tight, not too loose and never laying flat. It was as if a day hadn't passed...As annoying as they are, I use polyE resealable jap bags on my records, I'm sure they helped some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beans Posted April 13, 2014 Author Share Posted April 13, 2014 Thank you guys so much for the suggestions. I think I'm going to store them in the expedits that they are in now. I will definitely have to check into an insurance policy for them. I'm also interested in the desiccant idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derby625 Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 Don't forget to pay the rent. You don't want your stuff on "storage wars" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejesseb Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 Don't forget to pay the rent. You don't want your stuff on "storage wars"That's a $50 bill right there. grizzlyfoz and andystix 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agaetisbyrjun Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 That's a $50 bill right there. YUUUUUUP! andystix 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Letseatchairs Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 if they have to be near the ground put plastic underneath and make sure they are all upright Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mxv Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Never trust any unmanned storage. It's best that you just give them all to me. If you really cared about them you'd want them to be happy and go to a good home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.