Fur coats are expensive and require specialized care to ensure they remain in good shape. During the warm months of the year, when you aren’t wearing your furs, it is important to keep your fur coat fur cool and dry. Unfortunately, this often means you can’t keep it in your home during the hot summer months. Many people mistakenly believe that as long as their air conditioning is running, your home is a suitable environment. Learning why this isn’t a good idea will ensure your understand the importance of proper fur storage.

Changes in Humidity and Temperature

Even when your air conditioning is running in your home, the temperature and humidity can fluctuate drastically throughout the day. Many homeowners also choose different settings for various times of the day or night. This can create a poor environment for storing fur coats. Fur coat fur is highly sensitive to these changes in the environment. Fur storage facilities keep the temperature steady below 50 degrees and also maintain the appropriate humidity levels to keep your furs looking great. If you keep them in your home, despite the use of your air conditioner, you will find the leather becomes brittle and fur may fall out in patches, leaving bald spots on your coat.

A Cedar Chest

Many people keep a cedar chest in their home in which they store their fabric items, such as clothing and blankets, to store them safe from moths and other damage. Unfortunately, cedar is not suitable for keeping your fur coat fur in good shape. A cedar chest or closet has a tendency of drawing the moisture out of your furs, drying them out so the fur becomes brittle and breaks. This means it is not the ideal option for your precious fur coats or other fur accessories.

Storing your furs at home may seem like a cost-effective method, but it won’t keep your furs in great condition. Fur coat fur requires specialized care to ensure the leather and the fur itself remains in the best possible condition. Using your air conditioning doesn’t give your fur coats the right temperature and humidity to keep the fur fibers safe. Storing coats in a cedar chest or closet is also not advised because of the tendency of drawing moisture out of the air and the furs, causing even more damage.

If you are looking for reliable fur storage for your luxurious furs, contact us. We can provide affordable storage options to keep your furs safe.