health
March 5, 2026
10 Things You Should Never Store in Your Garage
Although most people use their garage for parking cars, it often becomes a place to store various items – from bicycles and garden loungers to freezers and boxes of old objects. What we don't want in the house often ends up in the garage. However, experts warn that the garage is not suitable for all types of things, as moisture, temperature changes, and pests can cause great damage.
TL;DR
- Garages are unsuitable for storing artwork due to uncontrolled temperature and humidity, which can lead to damage, fading, or mold.
- Important documents like passports and property papers are susceptible to damage from moisture and pests, and should be kept in a secure location indoors.
- Books can be ruined by moisture, which can warp pages, cause them to stick together, or lead to mold growth.
- Pet food stored in garages can attract pests, whose packaging can be gnawed through, contaminating the food.
- Paints and varnishes require specific temperature ranges (15-27°C) and can become unusable if exposed to extreme heat or cold in a garage.
- Wine needs a stable temperature; fluctuations in a garage can spoil its taste and quality.
- Clothing and bedding can develop mold due to moisture and be damaged by moths or nesting rodents; airtight containers or vacuum bags are recommended if stored.
- Firewood, while needing to stay dry, attracts insects and rodents when stored in a garage, potentially bringing them closer to the house.
- Electronics can be permanently damaged by moisture and temperature fluctuations if the garage is not temperature-controlled.
- Hazardous chemicals like pesticides and gasoline pose risks of leaks, toxic fumes, or fires in a closed garage and should ideally be stored in a separate garden shed.
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