Space Bags for Quilt Storage--Good or bad?
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Space Bags for Quilt Storage--Good or bad?
Can quilts be safely stored in the "space bags" that have the air compressed out to save space? I have so many quilts that the "space bag" idea would save storage space. I have read that a quilt has to breathe.
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I would not use them for quilts. Cotton does need to breath or it can begin to break down much the way a compost pile does. It is a natural material. Cotton against any petroleum product or wood product can cause a chemical reaction and is usually what causes the rusty looking marks on old quilts. I store mine in cotton pillow cases in my closet and then air and refold in a different way every 3-4 months. They were all made by my grandmother in the 20's-40's.
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for short term storage ok---but they would need to be taken out (often) fluffed & refolded- or your will get permenent creases/and possible discoloration (since they are not acid free)
it is never a good idea to store quilts long-term in plastic
acid free storage containers- are best choice- if you need to pack quilts away- you can get ones that fit under the bed.
it is never a good idea to store quilts long-term in plastic
acid free storage containers- are best choice- if you need to pack quilts away- you can get ones that fit under the bed.
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I use them for storing my batting, Hobbs and W&N cottons. Maybe that isn't such a good idea if what you are saying is true. Sounds logical. Maybe need to rethink the idea. (Or get my act in gear and finish some of these quilts I am making!!)
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It's not a problem. I was told to be sure to air them out every 6 months. They leak after about 4 months and have to be redone anyway. The bigger problem is that some people report an 'odor' on the quilt. Doesn't happen to me so it may have something to do with storage conditions.
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