Shed storage in California
Shed storage in California
So once I get my first new doll I plan on storing her laying down on some memory foam in my shed. (Maybe standing up I'm not sure)
My concern is the heat. Luckily, I live in California and our weather is seasonal and it doesn't get sun surface hot. I can only store her in my house when my lady is out of town....
What tempature should I look for in my shed in case it gets to a melting scenario?
Moderator or elders can you give me some advice please?
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As for the memory foam vs standing, I think most dolls prefer standing because pressed up against things causes pressure dents or can permanently alter a dolls figure depending on the creator.
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Maybe U might want to put a cheap thermometer in the shed to see what average temps are. If it gets too hot beyond your worry level...put a cheap outlet timer and fan in there just to be safe. But honestly I dont think you need to worry too much unless in the 100s. As for mold, whole nother story. I wouldnt want to risk that on my Doll..so Id advise looking into some mold resistant bags for the wet winter months..maybe a dehumidifier...U get the idea. GOod luck
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I think this is the best answer for my dilemma. Rest the no name doll lying down. Bring her in during moderate weather and maybe an extra layer of starch when stored. All of toys have been taken cared of.... Diving into full tpe requires more thought and preparation.tubee wrote:If TPE she should rest lying down. Come fall and winter I wudn't store her outside. You're asking for mold. I don't know what elevation you're at but a metal shed in the back yard is going to heat up unless it's under a shade tree. If temp and humidity control is out of your hands I'd go silicone. It's the safest route given the circumstances.
Thank you for all the pre-prep precautions you all have advised me.
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*My juicy Cherry: viewtopic.php?t=154759
*Z-cup Moira: viewtopic.php?t=138543
*BBW Breanna: viewtopic.php?t=143116
*Yulia: viewtopic.php?t=122950
*Tina viewtopic.php?t=121819
*Aurora Jolie: viewtopic.php?t=106838
*World-famous Una Carha: viewtopic.php?t=93292
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Well, I had one of those butt-type mini torsos (my first experience with tpe) and I stored it without much care (didn't know about cornstarch so there was probably some damp absorbed into the outer layer after cleaning) and when I went to get it one day it had filthy black dots all over it and inside it, which do NOT come off. Like I said, the culprits sow roots into the flesh and would have to be cut out. I threw it in the frigging bin. A $400 lesson in bio-hazard reduction! Another (cheaper) tpe toy I had went a similar way because it was so difficult to dry the interior. Having just bought a doll I'm taking no chances. There is a bucket of silica gel nearby to absorb damp and when I do wash her then she will be rendered as dry as a baby's freshly powdered arse afterwards . If you've read my review then you'll know I have to keep her in a closet while at work but it is dry and has been cleaned thoroughly and she comes out while I am around to make sure she gets regular air flow. I'm pretty sure she will not suffer the same dreadful fate!CF wrote:Itvman, what you said about mold and tpe is frightful. That has really occurred with dolls?
At the other extreme of that is an outdoor shed: no environmental control, micro-organisms everywhere, constant temperature changes and damp air on cold nights. It's a recipe for disaster.
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Yes, silicone too.CF wrote:Itvman, what you said about mold and tpe is frightful. That has really occurred with dolls?
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White cleaning vinegar is an effective mold and mildew killing agent. The spores swell up and burst, although that will not remove any stains. The smell disappears completely once it's evaporated, and it's non toxic.
Also a canary for mold is a simple mirror (or a cd!). Any spores present in the environment will show up clearly on the glass surface and you can take steps before things go wrong.