Storing books on their spine side or on the open side is a bad idea for any type of book. The pressure from the top books will damage the ones at the bottom of the pile. It also keeps them away from ultraviolet light, dust, and other airborne pollutants that can destroy or damage them. These boxes incorporate bcws latest design improvements so that the. These two wooden boxes, not only fit your comic books perfectly, they have a super cool design, and they will look really good in plain sight. Comic book collector john cohen from beyond comics discusses the basics of comic book collecting including how to properly store comics in boxes. These boxes are easy to assemble and are good for shipping items,too.
These book boxes can come in many different sizes and can carry book shipments up to several kilograms. You can even get a comic book box with awesome graphics, including some of your favorite licensed characters. Hand painted and hand crafted wood or metal custom comic book storage boxes made to store different comic book runs and characters. Bag and board them, and stand them upright in a storage box or file cabinet. Ikea comic book storage solutions 2020 catalog edition. Samla is a hard plastic storage box that can be easily stacked. Storage boxes are very sturdy cardboard boxes that are made specifically for storing comics. A selection of bags, boards, and other supplies for storing and protecting your collection. Dont store cardboard boxes on the floor of your garage or basement.
These boxes incorporate bcws latest design improvements so that the box folds together much easier and the corners are. Well i was always trying to find a nice way to store all my books, and couldn. I apologize if this has been asked and answered before. Book boxes storing childrens books in the classroom shared by mary catherine 2 comments. I was about to place an order for some more drawerboxes. From marvel comic books to dc to anime, we have it all. I bought a couple more long cardboard boxes from my local comic book store, the great escape. Find everything from comic book sleeves and protectors to comic book boxes. The bcw storage box is the highest quality, most competitively priced cardboard storage box on the market today.
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If you need frequent access the comics this is definitely easier than storing. There is little or no chemical difference between them and the box you linked or even an all kraft brown cardboard box. With a little effort you will no longer have piles upon piles of comics all over the house allowing for free space for other important things. Oct 25, 2019 the inch variety appears to be the best for comic book storage and can be neatly stacked with other boxes. With these tips, your comic books will definitely be in great condition, whether you want to read them forever or eventually sell them. You can buy these types of shelving units at any home improvement store, and im sure you can find larger ones to accommodate your long boxes. Product title 20 max pro short colored comic storage boxes holds. Anyway, i would like to keep my comics in the best condition for.
Long comic book boxes unassembled long comic book storage boxes that hold up to 300 comics. Unfollow comic book storage boxes to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. You dont have to go all out like that guy if you dont have the budget. Dec 02, 2019 when storing comics, keep them away from direct sunlight as this can fade the colors of the book. Check out our storfolios as well, perfect for transporting your comics to conventions or shelving them on a bookcase. Our comic value packs are a fun, affordable way to get a lot of comics without spending much. I am relatively new to collecting comics and therefore i have a beginners question regarding long term storage of comics. Keeping them organized can be a huge challenge for most sewists. If you love sewing then you probably have a fabric stash and tons of fabric scraps. If i move to a house with nearby pipes or in a floodplain, i can buy some plastic bins to put them inside of until the bad weather has passed. Some collectors who own an incomplete book may be on the hunt for the missing piece that would make that book complete, such as a missing centerfold or cover. Our boxes are super strong, properly sized and stackable. These are great because they are the perfect size and material. Many of the book boxes listed here deliver newly released hardcover books alongside fun bookish items to take the reading experience to the next level.
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When storing boxes, michael cautions not to stack them too high. There are cardboard boxes made specially for storing comic books. If youre willing to spend extra money, there are also soft plastic boxes, which are more durable and that cat credits with saving much of his inventory when a plumbing issue led to a flood in his store. Custom comic book storage boxes detroit custom comic box. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. If youre looking for a place to securely store your entire comic book collection, consider using self storage on the mornington peninsula from rosebud mini warehousing.
They come with 3 deep sturdy covers and diecut handles that can be in the open position. Some lids may be assembled to help with packing protection. Bcw graded comic book bin storage box cardboard holds 3540 comics cgc. It features lightweight, durable white plastic corrugated material that is. Find out more about the fjalla box on the ikea website. Book storage boxes traveled down under to find a new home in australia. Jun, 2012 theres also 1 long box and about another unsorted long box worth of comic books in magazinelike boxes on bookshelves i made especially for in wood shop when i was in high school. A comic book mystery box perfect for the seasoned and new pop culture collector.
We also offered the first acidfree boxes and acidfree backing boards to. Cardboard comic storage box with lid regular holds up to 200 comics. Farewell, my comic book longboxes you kind of sucked. Theyre fun to make, and they get kiddos interested in writing and reading. I plan on keeping my comics in ultra pro sleeves and. So i bought the boards, and it probably took me about two hours to sort and fold everything. These boxes are made so comic books can be placed standing upright. Our comic book storage boxes are made of ultra strong corflute. I too am a lover of comic books, and i have an ever growing collection that use to take up a ton of room. Easily store your comic book collection with the new comic storage box, ideal for organizing and storing.
Todays shelf porn was submitted by tim barklay, who shows. Cardboard comic storage comic comic storage premium comic book dividers spoenabled ultimate guard zippay. Nov 20, 2016 you can buy these types of shelving units at any home improvement store, and im sure you can find larger ones to accommodate your long boxes. Stylish comic book storage comic book storage, comic book. Comic book nostalgia sell many american, australian and english comics from 1920 to 1990. Slightly below room temperature 72 f is typically a good guideline. Carefully put whats left into longterm comic storage if you arent going to display your collection, wired writers recommend keeping the baggedandboarded comics in a cool, dry place. When storing comics, keep them away from direct sunlight as this can fade the colors of the book. For those who love comics, comic book storage is an important part of owning them. Here are a few ideas, if youre looking to be inspired. Bcw offers a variety of cardboard and plastic comic storage boxes. Michael also had a list of donts hes collected over the years. All my prints ended up folded on comic book boards on the top shelf, organized by color.
Jun 27, 2018 these two wooden boxes, not only fit your comic books perfectly, they have a super cool design, and they will look really good in plain sight. Bag sizes depend on what year your comic book was published. Bcw storage boxes fit current or silver age comic books. How to store a comic book collection like a superhero. Jan 15, 2015 all my prints ended up folded on comic book boards on the top shelf, organized by color. Fill your library with help from one of our popular book subscription boxes. Orders will be shipped as soon as possible however customers should expect delays up to 2 3. Comic book boxes with art comic books add comments.
Rays comic book storage cabinet the wood whisperer. Annihilation scourge marvel graphic short comic box marvel. With a little effort you will no longer have piles upon piles of comics all over the house allowing for free space for other important things like more comics. Solids now live on the middle shelf and my double gauze packages and canvashome dec fabrics, many of which i had stored out of sight because i didnt have room for them, now live on the bottom. When storing the comic book storage boxes, do not stack the boxes too high and stack all like sized boxes together. I plan on keeping my comics in ultra pro sleeves and backers in the cardboard boxes. The premiere subscription comic box for exclusive creatorowned and indie comics, art, and tshirts. Boxes in action is something that someone should have thought of long ago, a rather unique approach to storing your comic books.
Plastic or waterproof comic storage boxes general comic discussion. Also be sure to check out our slabbed comic storage boxes, a great way to help protect your cgc and cbcs slabs during storage and shipping. These boxes hold the silver, regular and current comics. Best plastic storage containers for comics cgc comic book. The storfolio can be shelved in a bookcase, or carried in your backpack to safely transport your comics to your favorite comic book convention.
Each value pack is grouped around a theme and provides 2 lbs. Product title bcw direct short comic book storage boxes supply h. Storing your comic book collection to preserve value see more. Bankers box smoothmove heavy duty double wall cardboard moving and storage boxes with handles, 39 litre, 26 x 32 x 47 cm, 10 pack 4.
Safely store 150175 of your comics in these ultra strong comic book storage boxes. I make a ton of books with my preschool students throughout the year. Mar 19, 20 these comic book storage solutions aim to help store your collection in a manner that will be kept in great condition, while consuming less space. Mylar vs poly comic book bags posted by dominique warrensmith november, 2016 there is a lot of discussion about how to store comic books, and whether you should at all. Its tall enough to accommodate comic book issues standing up while not leaving too much space. Bags and boards are easy to come by and should be found at any good comic book store or online. But as a fellow comic reader i think you would understand that. Merrimen heavy duty double wall cardboard moving and storage boxes with handles 39 litre, 26 x 32 x 47 cm 4. Check out subscription boxes that ship to australia at hello subscription. Im going to share this with some of my friends and some of the comic book forums i visit because storage is always a topic of conversation. Stylish comic book storage comic book storage, comic. Short and long comic book storage boxes made of corrugated cardboard or plastic to neatly store your bagged and boarded comic books.
Learn how to fold, organize, and store your fabric stash. We also stock comic dividers to keep your collection organized an. They are constructed of white corrugated paper and have a 200 lb. According to the bcw web site, the comic boxes are 7 12 by 10 34 inches outside, the magazine boxes are 9 by 11 34 inches outside measurement.
But the main reason i show you this is because as you can see when you try to put a mylar comic book into a regular comic box, it sticks out at the top and is often a little bit wider than the box itself. Find the best monthly book subscription box for you cratejoy. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Comic book storage supplies from bcw supplies are a great option for storing your collection. Cardboard comic storage box with lid regular holds up to 200. Whether its to store what youre currently reading or a specific grouping, magazine files are a great way to store small batches of comic books. Double wide boxes generally dont have the strength of comic boxes.
I have about 16 long boxes and wouldnt mind having a nice storage solution for them that also looks good. Current 1980s to today, size 6 78 x 10 12 silver age 1950s to 1980s, size 7 18 x 10 12 golden age pre 1950, size 7 34 x 10 12. Jun 16, 2009 most comic collectors use this though to hold mylar comics. Avoid storing comic books in wet, hot or drafty areas. If your heart is set on plastic boxes, i have seen comic boxes made of plastic, but for the life of me, i cant remember who made or makes them.
Write for a phantom catalogue enclose a 45c postage stamp for postage within australia only, or send your wants list. Case of 10 bcw comic book stor folio protective storage. We also stock comic dividers to keep your collection organized and storfolio boxes to safely store a few books at a time. Self storage on the mornington peninsula for comic books. While a single comic book on its own is small, the sheer number of available comic books means you can quickly run out of storage space in your home. If you need help narrowing it down, check out our list of the best comic and anime subscriptions. We offer several file cabinet solutions if you prefer them over boxes. Im sticking with short boxes for now, since they are cheap and can hold quite a lot of comics, but im also holding out for comiccartel. Plastic or waterproof comic storage boxes general comic. Why do we all keep our comic books in the same, boring white boxes. Packqueens range of book boxes is excellent for storing individual books or shipping them all together.
With genres ranging from ya book clubs to fantasy books, and for readers of all ages, youll find a monthly book subscription thats definitely worth a try. They also allow for your comics to be flat and stand straight, which makes them easier to be stored in a box or book shelf. Storing your comics in our comic storage boxes keeps them in an environment that will protect the corners, edges, and flat surfaces. We have tips for how to organize, display, and manage your collection. How to properly store comics in boxes monkeysee videos. When storing the comic book storage boxes, do not stack the boxes too high and stack all. I like the magazine boxes better than the long comic boxes. See more ideas about comic book storage, book storage and comic book rooms. Boxes in action has a facebook page as well, and seems they are giving away some tshirts and such to help get the word out. You can even choose if you only want a box for comic book storage alone, or if you prefer one with a little display.
Use this box to store and protect all your valuable, collectible comics. Long or short comic book storage boxes and box dividers. Comic book cabinets check out the youtube video to the right for the ultimate comic book storage and display solution. The bcw comic storage box is the highest quality, most competitively priced cardboard storage box on the market today. Why should they not look as cool as the books we keep in them. Putting it in here would damage the mylar and possibly the comic. Ultra pro comic series comic storage dividers x packet of 25. To protect the book shipment, they are kept in sealed book boxes. Todays shelves come from gord in calgary, who sent us pictures of his comics, statues and more during last junes floods. Shop online or in store at shop 2 2 dawson st, lismore nsw 2480 ph 02 6621 3122. Comic book boxes allow your comic books to be stored away from sunlight and in a cool dry place to preserve it. Comic book storage supplies shop comic book sleeves and. Bcw has a wide range of short and long comic book storage boxes and bins.
Book boxes storing childrens books in the classroom. It is a sassy, transportable, comic book storage device. Our patented equipment was sold and used worldwide by the library of congress, and the comic conservation company. And i am here today to show you how to start a comic book collection. Use our comic storage boxes in conjunction with our comic book backing boards and comic book bags for all of your current age, silver age and golden age comics.
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