With the constant changing of seasons and temperatures, it can sometimes be daunting to choose the best method of blanket storage.
When Old Man Winter retires for the spring and the mercury starts to rise, make sure your winter blankets are stored and sealed in the perfect spot-- a dust-free environment away from the threat of moisture and bugs.
Launder your linens before retiring them for the season, so they will be fresh and clean when the evenings start to cool down again.
A well-made, high-quality wooden trunk is a viable storage option, as are large, plastic bins, vacuum bags (especially if you have limited space as all the air is removed), or a high shelf within a temperature-controlled hallway closet.
The addition of moth balls ensure that no pests will intrude on the selected storage location, but the smell can occasionally prove bothersome.
Try cedar chips instead because they are organic and less foul smelling.
Large canvas and plastic casings are also available from many online distributors, which usually keep blankets dry and fresh.
Consumers seem to favor many of these items because they fit easily under beds or dressers and take up little space.
Another thing to keep in mind is choosing a spot devoid of sunlight.
Unfortunately, this life-sustaining entity can fade even the most colorful fabrics.
This is especially true when it comes to antique blankets, such as heirloom quilts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
Blanket storage is easy; it just takes a bit of thought and preparation.