Car Seat Stored In Attic

These images from 1977 explain why.

Car seat stored in attic.

Because just a generation ago car seats were basically just fancy plastic buckets. The hair on an antique rocking horse may deteriorate if the attic isn t properly ventilated but a baby s plastic activity seat will likely stand up well. For two weeks from sept. Costs nothing to operate and seems to keep the attic at a very reasonable temperature.

Using a large plastic bin storage bag or even a plastic bag to cover the car seat can be helpful but you may want to only loosely cover the restraint to keep moisture from getting trapped inside. This homeowner created a nice window seat in the attic. My resale home came with a solar powered fan in the garage attic. In my not so humble opinion the solar powered fan is definitely worth having installed.

Excess heat or freezing temperatures could cause damage to plastic parts of the seat which could lead to structural damage. Look for indications of damage including mold or decay. Keep smaller items in plastic bins or sturdy boxes. Inspect the car seat after you remove it from storage.

I have about 50 plastic storage tubs in that space and they are doing just fine. Old toys and board games that you can t part with also find a place in your attic. Make sure you regularly clean your car seat as food waste and soiled padding could impact your car seat s safety as well as your child s well being. Your holidays might just be a lot less merry this year if you ve been storing your decorations in the attic.

Create a guest bedroom in the attic with storage space and pull out bed. Holiday decorations can be damaged by the extreme heat in attics says santoro delicate fabrics and items that are painted are particularly prone to damage when stored in the attic and plastic decorations like ornaments may melt or warp in the heat. Besides that the homeowner has added some storage space below the window seat. It is a nice place to relax with a book or with friends.

Many millennial parents will be familiar with a slight skepticism from boomer grandparents about the strictness of current rules about car seat installation and use. Consider the composition of each item. 13 through 26 target stores will. Add to storage space beneath window seat.

Store the car seat in a cool and dry location away from excess moisture and drastic temperature changes.