Storing vinyl... what size box!

Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by Brian Gupton, Apr 11, 2017.

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  1. CraigVC

    CraigVC Senior Member

    Location:
    Portland, OR
    I endorse these boxes as well - the PLASTIC version is way superior, and they are okay to break down for compactly keeping (under beds, etc.) until your next move. I've been using the same 35-40 plastic corrugated record storage boxes from Bags Unlimited for nearly 20 years (including three major moves, driving with them stacked in a moving truck for 2000 miles, and keeping them in storage for several months last year. Never had a single problem with the records throughout all these moves.

    On the other hand, I went with cardboard for the CD boxes from Bags Unlimited, and they haven't lasted as well. I had to buy another 15-20 of the cardboard ones for last year's move, as quite a few cardboard ones had gotten too banged up.

    EDIT: Also I should mention that all of my LPs were first placed in clear plastic outer sleeves (also from Bags Unlimited) and taped shut, before I put them in the plastic corrugated boxes. Bags Unlimited has gotten a lot of business from me over the last 20-25 years or so ... !

    Craig.
     
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  2. gslasor

    gslasor Forum Resident

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    Canada
    For temporary vinyl storage, I use empty beer cases :laugh: - the extra space on the side is good for outer/inner sleeves and other related vinyl storage
     
  3. seed_drill

    seed_drill Senior Member

    Location:
    Tryon, NC, USA
    When I bought a 32" CRT HDTV from Tweeter the guy came over and lifted the entire 200+ pound box by himself. He was a freak of nature (and probably not natural).
     
  4. seed_drill

    seed_drill Senior Member

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    Tryon, NC, USA
    When I bought a couple pick up truck loads of records from a retired dealer they were all in KERR Drug boxes, which happened to be a perfect fit. I used the same boxes to haul them to shows.
     
  5. rischa

    rischa Forum Resident

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    Mt. Horeb, WI
  6. Kristofa

    Kristofa Enthusiast of small convenient sound carrier units

    Location:
    usa
    These are what I have used over the past couple of moves and thought they worked very well. Not sure if I want them stored long term in them due to critters.
     
  7. Kristofa

    Kristofa Enthusiast of small convenient sound carrier units

    Location:
    usa
    Those plastic coated ones are fantastic! I still store my 7" records in them but haven't taken the plunge for storing all of my 12" records.
     
  8. Marlene

    Marlene New Member

    Location:
    Canada
    If you are storing it for a long term, better ask for the climate control storage. The heat and moisture can damage your vinyl collections. The climate controlled storage area keeps the temperature stable and hence alleviate the issue. Also, make sure to organize the records accordingly without causing any damage. It is said to keep the records upright and never store them in stacks. You can pack the records with plastic or bubble wraps for extra safety. And remember to keep the records away from the opening in order to avoid the dirt from getting in.
     
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