Should you keep records in paper sleeves?

They are made of anti-static paper or plastic and help to keep dust from collecting on your vinyl. Records will typically come with a paper sleeve, but the plastic ones are far superior. In fact, using paper sleeves can actually scratch your records over time. Avoid them if you're able to and opt for plastic instead.

Can paper sleeves damage records?

Old fashioned paper sleeves shed and can scratch your vinyl records so you should not even consider them!

Is it better to store records outside of sleeve?

Outer Sleeves Are Just As Important For Preserving Your Vinyl Records. Not only do plastic outer sleeves help to keep the jacket cover of records in good shape for much longer, they also provide another layer of defense against dust and light.

What is the proper way to store records?

Records shouldn't be stored horizontally, or flat. As you will see, archival record boxes are designed for the records to be stood and stored vertically. Storing vinyl records flat can place too much pressure on the records lower in the stack causing damage over time.

Do you need plastic sleeves for records?

If so, YES. It's a crucial part of record care; keeps the record "locked" into your sleeve and dust-free; also reduces friction pulling the record out of the sleeve.

Those Annoying Paper Record Sleeves!

How do you store vinyl records without sleeves?

Why do people store vinyl outside sleeves?

It reduces the risk of ring wear and minimises the potential damage, that could come from simply putting the vinyl into the inner sleeve, which in turn could easily get scuffed or creased just putting it back in the album cover.

Is it bad to stack vinyl records?

Never store records stacked on top of one another.

Stacking your record collection could permanently damage your records, whether they're in their jackets or not. The weight will lead to warping of the vinyl and even possible cracking or scuff marks.

Should you leave shrink wrap on records?

Original cellophane shrink wrap is going to protect the sleeve, and can/will last for years without doing any damage. Sometimes though, the shrink is applied too tight, and will result in bent corners/ring wear. This is not guaranteed to happen, but of course it will be a problem from time to time.

How do you keep vinyl records upright?

The best method of storing your records is upright in the supplied sleeves and outer jacket, preferably in a poly sleeve. If you do not store them upright, you run the risk of warping or damaging your vinyl records. Storing them upright in a poly sleeve also prevents ring wear to the outer sleeve.

Should records be stored outside the jacket?

For multi-LP albums that have gatefold jackets, I put the records in the middle of the jacket. For single jackets, I would put the records behind the cover as you said, while also taking care not to absolutely pack the shelf that it sits on, so you don't crush the jacket over time.

Which record sleeves are best?

How do you store vinyl records?

You want to store vinyl records in a cool place—not too cold, but not too hot. If the vinyl is exposed to high heat for extended periods of time, it can lead to warping and other damaging effects. If you have a temperature-controlled attic or storage unit, that can be a great choice.

What can you not do with vinyl records?

Why do records come with two sleeves?

Outer protective sleeves handle a slightly different set of situations. Provided that the inner sleeve is present, the outer sleeve of a record has no direct contact with the record itself and instead serves as a second layer of protection and place for artwork and the like.

Are vinyl records supposed to wobble?

Record players are not designed to have any wobbling in the turntable at all. However in real life most every player will have some amount of wobbling in it. As long as the movement isn't causing your record to jump or skip, the wobble really isn't anything to worry about.

How fast do records warp?

A typical Vinyl record starts warping at the temperature of 140°F (60°C) and it starts melting at the temperature of 212°F (100°C). There are a lot of cases where records were left in a parked car for less than one hour and when they come back found their record warped because of the heat.

Do vinyl records wear out?

Conclusion. There can be wear and tear on your records but under normal circumstances they won't wear out to the point of not working for many hundreds or thousands of plays. The sound quality will go down after a few hundred plays but the record will still be able to be used.

How long do vinyl records last?

Some people will say with good use and good care, records can last in a good state for 100 years plus. Others will say less. If you're speaking of how long before records decompose, it could be 1000 years or more.

How do you protect your records from damage?

Managing records securely

Always keep desks and records storage areas clean and free of records when not in use. Distinguish between information and records as soon as possible after creating/receiving them: keep records safe for ongoing use and remove non-record information as soon as possible.

Are 45 records worth anything without the sleeve?

Determine if it is a rare or valuable record.

EPs were only made in the 50's and 60's. Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20, with many being worth more than $200. First pressings of albums have more value than second, third, or subsequent pressings.

Are rice paper inner sleeves good?

These archival quality, static-free rice paper sleeves are a great choice for protecting your precious record collection.