Get ready to put away your Carnival items and prepare for next year’s festivities. Whether you have costumes, masks, feathers, or float decorations, proper storage is essential to maintain their quality. At Smartroom, we offer storage solutions that will keep your Carnival items safe and secure.

When storing your Carnival masks, use a cardboard box such as a shoe or boot box. Wrap the mask with clean tissue paper or packing paper and pad the box with shredded or rolled paper to prevent the mask from getting crushed. If you have feathers, make sure to treat them for mites before storing them. You can use natural oils like citronella, eucalyptus, or cedar balls to keep insects away. Wrap the feathers with clean tissue paper or paper bags and store them in a box with padding.

Make sure your costumes are clean and dry before packing and make any necessary repairs. Use tissue paper to prevent sequins or hooks from catching on the fabric. Store the costumes in a cool, dry place in a box. When it comes to float props, make sure they are clean and dry before packing and protect them with cloths or blankets. Use natural wrappings like paper or cloth instead of plastic.

As for food and alcohol, it’s best to consume or give them away. If you have unopened bottles of alcohol, check the labels to see if they can be stored for a year. Shrove Tuesday is the perfect time to use up any remaining foodstuffs. Trust Smartroom to keep your Carnival items safe and secure until the next Carnaval season.