Garage Storage No-Nos

bed-sheets-isolatedClothing and bedding are garage storage no-nos.

The garage is a natural when it comes to storing things. With all that open space, there's room for just about anything. Except the garage storage no-nos, that is. 

But that doesn't mean everything can - or should - be stored there. Certain things don't belong there. Here are three garage storage no-nos to avoid. If you want to keep your items in storage safe and pest-free that is.

1   Garage Storage No-Nos: Clothes and Bedding

Clothing and bedding are garage storage no-nos. Rats would just love to nest in your expensive duvet. Let them find an Airbnb farther down the block. Also, garages are usually too damp to store clothing; it will mildew.

2   Fresh Foods

In theory, a nice, cool garage would be a great place to keep extra potatoes, carrots, onions, etc. Ants, mice, and rats think so, too. Keep them indoors instead. 

3   Wine

No wine storage in the garage. Since garages usually are not insulated, the temperature fluctuates too much to make it a good spot to keep the fruits of the vine. Now, if you have a temperature-controlled fridge for them to chill in, it can be a afe storage zone.