Can I put a gun safe in an unheated garage?
Popular wisdom says that you shouldn’t install a gun safe in a garage — especially an unheated garage. But with the right precautions and maintenance, you can most certainly install a gun safe in the garage.
Are gun safes temperature controlled?
If you ask if a gun safe needs temperature control, then we will answer “yes, it does”. Gun safe humidity is a big problem for many safe gun owners. But, there is always a solution for you.
Can you store guns in a cold garage?
You can put a gun safe in an unheated basement or garage with no AC. You just have to control the humidity. Some gun safes come with humidity measures installed, other people use silica gel.
Can my gun safe be too dry?
All the firearms you keep in your gun safe should be kept at an optimal humidity setting. A firearm that becomes too dry may not function well and can develop corrosion. The stocks may also crack and become impossible to utilize if they become dry.
Where do people usually hide guns?
Unique Places to Stash Your Firearms Hidden in Plain Sight
- Hidden inside an empty cereal box in the pantry.
- Hanging upside down from a hook under the bathroom cabinet or over the door in a non-walk in closet.
- Behind a blanket or rug on the wall, hung like a decorative tapestry.
- Under a false bottom in a bedside drawer.
Is it safe to store ammo in a hot garage?
Temperatures can become extreme in the winter and summer months and affect the nitrocellulose in your gun powder. If the temperature rises too high, your ammo can begin to sweat as the nitrocellulose inside starts to take a gas form. It is recommended to store your ammunition at room temperature whenever possible.
What do you put under a gun safe on concrete?
How to Protect Your Safe. One way to protect your safe from moisture damage is to put a hard rubber mat under it before bolting it down. Another way is to seal the concrete with epoxy before you have your safe installed. Both methods will help protect your safe from moisture damage.