China Storage

China storage is a delicate proposition in particular if your china is expensive. Ever heard the expression “a bull in a china shop?”  China is so fragile that just a clumsy slip or rough landing can break a precious piece entirely. Needless to say, china is irreplaceable therefore, china storage has to be planned. Every piece is unique, so much caution is needed in china storage and handling.  Consider some tips. 

Always treat china delicately. It can scratch or chip very easily. Just because you’re protecting china from falling and breaking doesn’t mean it’s totally protected from damage. One way to ensure protection is to buy some china storage bags or specialty boxes. There are specialty china storage cases like chests, china savers, plate dividers, plate protectors, case holders, racks, and exquisitely designed cabinets that are just as safe as they are fun to look at. Prices can range from $10.00 to $100.00.

If you don’t want to buy your own plate dividers then why not use foam or felt circles as protectors? You can even cut your own. Just cut circles slightly smaller than the piece’s diameter and place them between plates and bowls. Store them and rest well knowing they won’t accidentally clash against each other.

Inside your cupboards the best place for your china is on the lower shelves. If you stack china too high it may be more difficult to move. Many china collectors choose to install heavy duty sliding drawers under countertops for their china storage. This might be costly, but it’s also very safe as it eliminates the need for china storage in high shelves. If this is not an option, then consider china storage in lower cupboards. 

Plates should not be stacked more than eight inches. A tower of plates can fall like, well, the wall of China. Stacking too many china pieces on top of each other is a big risk, even if you’re using plate protectors. This is a very important part of china storage.

Before you put your china away always be sure and wash and dry your items carefully. Failure to do so could cause some minor damage, scratches, chippings or dust. To minimize the dust, invest in a china case, which is specially designed to keep china not only protected but also dust-free.

While preserving your chinaware is the last thing on your mind during an earth quake, it is a frequent cause for china destruction. Preventions against china damage at the hands of shakers would be store the pieces low and to install latch or lock on the cupboard so that contents don’t fall out with just a little shaking.

It’s not difficult to take care of your china pieces. It’s just a matter of taking precautions and valuing your chinaware beyond regular dishes. China storage just takes a small bit of time and it’s worth it considering the investment.