Winter Storage Tips for Your Seasonal Equipment
Properly preparing and protecting seasonal equipment is important as winter approaches. Take good care of your lawnmower, garden tools, sports gear, and patio furniture with our seasonal equipment storage tips so you can enjoy them next summer!
Winter Lawn Mower Storage: How To Store Lawn Mowers in Colder Months
If you want your lawnmower to last longer and work well in the spring, you must winterize it. Start by cleaning off all the grass and dirt. Next, change the oil to keep the engine healthy while the mower is in storage. We also recommend emptying the fuel tank, as gas can go stale. Finally, store the lawnmower in a dry place to help shield it from the winter weather.
Garden Tool Winter Storage
Garden tools can rust if not stored properly. You can prevent this by brushing away dirt and sap with a wire brush. Sharpen pruners and shears so they’re in good shape and apply a thin layer of oil to the metals to keep them from rusting. When you store your garden tools, hang them up to save space and keep them organized during the winter.
Sports Gear Winter Storage
Taking care of your sports equipment, like bikes, tennis rackets, or camping gear, is vital to enjoying them as long as you can. No matter what kind of sports gear you plan to store, start by cleaning out dirt, grime, or sweat that may have built up from usage. If you have any broken or worn parts, like flat bicycle tires, take care of necessary sports gear repairs. Once you’ve cleaned and repaired your sports gear, ensure everything is completely dried, like pads, helmets, and shoes, to prevent mildew from growing.
To keep larger items off the floor, use wall-mounted racks or shelves. Labeled bins are a great option for smaller items like helmets and gloves.
Patio Furniture Winter Storage
You may love lounging on your patio furniture in the summer, but you won’t love finding your cushions have faded or your metal table has rusted over the winter without proper storage. Instead of leaving your patio set exposed to snow, ice, and sleet, tuck them away in storage. Before storing your patio furniture, clean it with mild soap and water, and make sure it’s completely dry. If you have metal furniture, use rust-resistant spray as well.
Spot clean and dry your cushions before packing them in waterproof bags or bins. If you don’t have space at home for patio furniture inside, cover it with heavy-duty covers to help protect it from snow and ice. If you’re concerned about covered patio furniture being an eyesore, consider self storage as a convenient solution.
Secure Your Seasonal Gear With Storage of America
In the harsh winter months, Storage of America’s climate controlled storage units can help shield your lawnmower, garden equipment, sports gear, and patio furniture from intense cold and wild weather conditions. With our convenient locations, you can easily access your belongings whenever you need them and enjoy more space at home without giving up items you still need or want.
Give your seasonal property a home away from home during the winter with Storage of America. Call or contact us online today!