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I have worked in remote communities for many years. I loved the connection I formed with the communities, and I amassed quite a collection of Aboriginal artwork on bark. It's actually worth quite a bit of money now, in addition to the massive sentimental value when I recall my relationships with the artists who made the work. I still have to move for work regularly, so I've become quite an expert on how to move delicate artworks on non-traditional formats. This blog is all about strategies for moving and storing delicate artwork so they can be enjoyed for years to come.

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Six Tips to Help If You Are Storing Your Car in the Summer

25 August 2016
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If you are planning to leave your car in storage while you go travel the world or for any other reasons, there are a number of tips that you should keep in mind. However, if you are storing your car in the summer, you have to keep in mind the unique challenges associated with the summer heat. Here are some ideas to help protect your car.

1. Store your car inside.

If at all possible, look for a place where you can store your vehicle inside. A climate controlled garage is the most effective option, but in lieu of that, a metal shed or even a covered carport can work. If you cannot store your car inside, cover it with a tarp wherever you store it.

2. Place cushions around the tarp.

The summer season tends to be one of the stormiest seasons, and if there is a hail storm or if high winds are blowing about debris, your car needs a bit of extra protection. Consider putting a bit of foam padding over the car and underneath the cover. You can make your own padding by cutting up foam bed toppers, or in some cases, you can buy padded car covers.

3. Cover the wheels.

If you store your car outside, make sure that the tarp covers the wheels. If it doesn't, invest in four wheel covers. The hot summer sun can wear down the rubber on your tyres and degrade it. If possible, you may even want to have someone move your car once a week so that you vary the part of the tyre that is sitting directly on the pavement.

4. Disconnect the battery.

If you don't have anyone moving your car on a regular basis to protect the tyres, you should disconnect the battery. Batteries can drain and lose power when not in use, but disconnecting them helps to avoid this.

5. Empty and clean the car.

If you are storing your car anywhere that pedestrians will have access to it, make sure to remove everything that you own from the vehicle. If a thief sees your car and realises that it's not being driven, he or she may remove the cover to check what's inside it. To be on the safe side, make sure nothing valuable is in it.

6. Clean the car.

In addition to emptying the car, also clean it thoroughly. If you leave any errant bits of food in the car, they will fester in the heat, and when you return to your car, it may be full of unbearable smells. Additionally, if you are storing the car in a humid area, consider popping some desiccants in it to absorb moisture, reduce humidity and prevent the growth of mold.