Experts have shared common household items that should be kept away from outdoor storage during hot weather, as they can become very hot and humid during summer
Homeowners are being advised not to store a particular item in their shed during the summer months. Garden building specialists have highlighted common household items that should be kept away from outdoor storage when the weather heats up. Sheds can become extremely hot and humid in the summer, with internal temperatures potentially rising to 10C higher than the outside temperature.
The absence of insulation or ventilation can cause heat to rapidly accumulate and remain trapped inside. A representative for GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk stated: “It’s easy to think of your shed as a place for all storage, but many everyday items simply aren’t designed to withstand the heat and humidity that builds up inside over summer.
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“We’re encouraging homeowners to take stock of what’s in their shed now before the warm weather really kicks in. People don’t often realise something has spoiled or warped until it’s too late. A quick check now could save both money and memories later.”
Paint is one of the key items to avoid storing in your shed. High temperatures can cause it to dry out too quickly, thicken, and potentially lead to problems such as uneven coverage, poor adhesion, and even explosions in aerosol cans.
Furthermore, heat can reduce the paint’s open time, making it harder to work with. Using paint that has been overheated can result in bumps and blisters on the wall surface, leading to an uneven finish.
Electronics are another category of items to avoid storing in the shed during the summer months, reports the Express. The intense heat within a shed can wreak havoc on the internal workings of various electronic devices.
Lithium-ion batteries, which are prevalent in mobile phones, laptops, and power tools, are particularly susceptible to heat, leading them to expand, leak, or even ignite in severe instances.
Additionally, it’s crucial to store photographs in a cool location. Photos exposed to heat and humidity can suffer irreversible damage.
High temperatures can cause photographic paper to warp or curl and colours to fade, while damp conditions foster the growth of mould and mildew.
