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Thứ Tư, 28 tháng 1, 2015

A Look At Comic Book Storage

By Janine Hughes


Anyone who collects comics you probably get excited when you find rare valuable books. Many people enjoy buying and keeping popular comics until the increase in value. To protect your collection it is important to practice proper comic book storage. Some collections may be valued at several thousand dollars so it is very important that you learn to properly store your collection.

Folks who are comic collectors take pride in their most popular and valuable books. These are the collectors who go to auctions and various trade shows to look for treasures. Those who own large collections will often display them at convention. Books that slightly worn and have been correctly stored will have a high value. Learning how to store books to ensure limited damage through the years is important.

The most important thing collectors need to properly store their comics is a controlled environment. The area in which you store your books must maintain a specific temperature. If you rent a storage unit it is important to make certain it is temperature controlled. Controlled air keeps your books safe from moisture that will cause mildew and mold.

Basements and attics are not appropriate places to store your comics because temperatures can vary. Because a closet typically has the appropriate temperature and sunlight free they can make good storage spaces. It is important that you consider the climate in which you live. If you live in an area that is very hot and you have no central air conditioner, storing at home is not a good idea.

If storing books for display they are best stored upright. The upright position will prevent bending that may warp the book pages. You may also enclose the comics in clear sleeves that protect them from dust. It is also best not to put too many comics on a single shelf since crowding can cause damage. If you do not want to display your comics you can store them in boxes made from cardboard that is acid free.

Specially made acid free boxes are designed specifically to store comics and are available in two sizes. The short sized box will accommodate 100 comic books while the larger box holds three times more. You can find the boxes by searching online which give you the opportunity to compare prices.

Most collectors are not just interested in storing their comic books properly to preserve the value. When the collection is correctly preserved you can be sure that their readability is protected. You may intend to pass on the collection to family members. When properly preserved you are guaranteed their value will increase and they will not be damaged so that you can enjoy them in years to come.

Making sure your books are cared for properly will keep them from becoming damaged. No matter if you are going to keep your comics, take them to auction, or display at a trade show, it is vital to store them correctly. When you correctly preserve the collection its readability and value will be maintained.




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