When you close the door on a storage unit for the first time, it can feel a little… mysterious. What actually happens to your furniture, boxes, clothing, business inventory, or family heirlooms while they sit in storage for months — or even years? Do they just “pause in time”? Not exactly. Let’s walk through what really happens during long-term storage — and how to make sure your belongings come out exactly the way they went in. 1. Your Items Enter a “Low-Activity” State Think of storage like a pause button — but not a freeze button. Your belongings aren’t being used, handled, or moved. That alone dramatically reduces wear and tear. However, they are still influenced by: Temperature changes Humidity levels Air circulation Dust exposure How they were packed The better you prepare your items before storing them, the better they’ll hold up long term. 2. Temperature & Humidity Are the Silent Influencers One of the biggest factors in long-term storage is environmental c...