Do tires need to be stored in bags?

Tires should be sealed in airtight plastic bags, which protect them from changes in humidity. You can store your tires inside regular lawn and garden bags if you remove as much air as possible from them before placing the tires inside.

How do you store your tires?

Use tire storage bags designed to keep tires out of the sun. Purchase tires covers if you are keeping the tires on a car. 3. Store tires in a cool, dry environment. Find a cool and dry environment to keep your tires. You want to locate a place where the temperature and humidity remain consistent throughout the duration.

Why is it important to handle and store tires correctly?

In fact, it’s more important than most people realize. If you don’t handle and store your tires properly, their characteristics can change. This can shorten their life. They can even deteriorate so badly in storage that they need to be replaced. But if you handle and store them correctly, they will deliver years of service – and you’ll save money.

How do you keep tires from evaporating?

Find a large, airtight plastic bag to fit each tire. Try yard bags or leaf bags. Ensure the bag (and tire) is free of moisture, then remove as much air as possible from the bag (use your vacuum cleaner!) and tape it shut. This airtight environment will reduce evaporation of oils from the rubber compounds.

Is it bad to store tires in freezing temperatures?

Storing tires in a consistently warm environment is not good for the rubber, but it’s also not good to keep tires in freezing temperatures. Consider a climate controlled storage unit to maintain a consistent environment.