Luckily, it’s also one that’s easy to fix.

Swap things around, just as you do with your clothes, she says.

This will help clear out much-needed space, and keep your garage visually clearer, too.

things you shouldn’t store in garage over winter

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Whatever you decide to do, just get them out of the garage.

[Electronics] don’t hold up well incold temperaturesand could end up damaged, says Ascher.

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They’re magnets for moths and mice, especially in colder months, she says.

Winter can be notoriously damp in the garage, and this will only wreck anything printed.

Moisture in the air can cause them to warp or deteriorate, says Ascher.

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All of these items are best stored indoors, where they will be dry throughout the winter.

As Ascher points out, this is especially true in the garage.

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