ABC3 Report post Posted April 29, 2009 Will a small amount of moisture in the basement hurt unfinished leather? Or should I store all hides up stairs? I normally keep hides in bulk for a couple of months. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hilly Report post Posted April 29, 2009 Will a small amount of moisture in the basement hurt unfinished leather? Or should I store all hides up stairs? I normally keep hides in bulk for a couple of months. I don't think I'd want to subject my expensive hides to moisture and damp basement smells! Maybe all you need is a GOOD dehumidifier? Otherwise, I'd take the hides where it's dry, seal them in airtight containers or plastic bags, and they should be okay for a short while if you want to store them downstairs. I think though, that leather is better kept in a dry environment where it can breathe. I store my hides in an unused bedroom, laying grain side down on the bed. When company comes, I roll them up and slide them under the bed. Lining leather is rolled, and stored upright in big popcorn tins or plastic pails. Just my $0.02 Hilly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luke Hatley Report post Posted April 30, 2009 (edited) Hobby Tom.......keep the leather in a dry place or " YOU'LL BE SORRY" Edited April 30, 2009 by Luke Hatley Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevinhopkins Report post Posted April 30, 2009 Basements are not good for leather in my opinion. Dry airflow is good... I tell my wife to go talk to the leather rack every now and then.... Usually I regret that.... Kevin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
