General Art Storage issues to consider:

• Avoid Plastic - Avoid plastic because it can trap humidity, and promote the growth of mould if you are in a damp area.
  
  
• Avoid Tissues - Facial tissues are no good for storage, they breakdown quickly and disintegrate. Tissue Paper, however which is manufactured for packing and storage is fine and is best as it will allow your artwork to breathe.



• Avoid concrete - Concrete is porous and dampness can rise through it, you should never sit, or store an artwork directly touching a concrete floor, especially an unsealed floor such as garages.



• Temperature - To preserve artwork it is best to have a consistent temperature. Warm or cold is not so bad as long as it is consistent. The best temperature for storage of artwork is preferably a cool, dry, mild temperature.



• Avoid hot spots - Avoid storing artwork or art materials in cupboards or any area that may adjoin a bathroom, hot-water system, dishwasher or fireplace. These places fluctuate in temperature.



• Light - The most damaging light is sunlight. However all light is damaging to a degree. Try to store works away from light. If you use the storage rack method, install a cotton curtain that you can draw across the area.



• Air - Good air circulation is preferable. This can simply be achieved by not storing artwork in an area with bad ventilation or high humidity.



• Leaning art against walls - A temporary solution which is fine, however ensure that the artwork is sitting parallel to the wall and the entire top edge is touching the wall evenly. A stretched canvas leant against a wall unevenly will begin to warp.