To help demystify the process, we turned to a few professional organizers for their tips for preserving photos.
The best thing to do is set aside a manageable amount of time, ideally across a few days.
Its not a project that can be done in one sitting, says professional organizer Liora Seltzer.
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So pace yourself and ensure you give yourself some downtime after sorting.
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This will help you best determine what can be saved and what should be tossed.
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Keep one and toss the rest," she says.
For the same reasons, Seltzer says she prefers waterproof bins.
These boxes are specifically made for keeping photos safe, she says.
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Ascher agrees, and says along with acid-free boxes, she also prefers acid-free albums.
I find that simple acid-free albums, when well-labeled, work well and are often budget-friendly, she says.
Use a pencil to label the back of the photo with all information about the picture, says Quintana.
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Who is featured in the picture, where it was taken, and the date.
you’re free to even apply it to your digitally stored photos.
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