Other items such as blankets sheets and books may need to be stored in a way that protects them from other issues such as bugs mice and mildew.
How to remove stickiness from platic stored in hot attic.
Dampen a wash cloth with hot water and wring out excess water dampen wash cloth with oil soap full strength and clean remote or sticky plastic.
Storing items in your attic is far more preferable than storing them in the basement where they may get wet think about flooding or garage where they are exposed to the elements.
There are a variety of thoughts as to the cause of the sticky film on the plastic containers all of which could be the issue.
Your holidays might just be a lot less merry this year if you ve been storing your decorations in the attic.
Use the attic to store anything that is impervious to heat.
Tried dish detergent but that just pushed the sticky around.
In the basement store everything in clear plastic bins labeled and not packed too heavily.
Rinse wash cloth then wipe remote repeat should be free of any sticky.
Hi this video shows you how to remove the sticky residue left over from peeled labels on surfaces like hard plastic.
Some of these items such as wood a heavy go kart or items you use frequently may not be practical to store in an attic.
A hot attic is bad for several reasons.
Some feel it s the plastic seeping a sign that it s old.
Murphy s oil soap and done.
Excessive heat deteriorates items you store in the attic and can cause moisture.
None of the above items will go bad if you store them in a hot attic.
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.