Temperature Controlling a Closet

[furlover15]

Hey everyone! I have a question that could maybe be turned into a great and insightful conversation.

What's the best way (if any) to temperature control a closet? As my fur collection continues to grow, the more I want to ensure that all my furs are staying in a good temperature range.

I'm trying to figure out a way to keep my closet cool without having to blast my A/C all day, everyday. My closet is a sliding door closet, so that already adds another layer of trickiness to this predicament.

From the research I've conducted online thus far, it seems like an average fan wouldn't be the best option, as a fan just recirculates air from the room and doesn't actually drop the temperature down.

Perhaps a portable A/C unit could work..? One that runs on batteries or something. I could just have that run in my room on (maybe) a timer of some sorts and keep the closet door open.

Has anyone else managed to figure out a working closet cooling system?

Professional fur storage is out of the question for me because: a.) I don't have the money for that. b.) I always want to have my furs with me. and c.) it's always warm in SoCal where I'm from, so there's no point in storing them anyways. xD

I would appreciate any sort of input! Thanks! 😄

[minkme]

Is you closet located on an outside wall?

Changes in the outside temperates can affect temperature and humidity in the closet depending on outside conditions if located on an outside wall.

[furlover15]

It is not.

[Charfur]

Interesting topic (at least for me it is😁).  In my opinion the fur storage at the local furrier is the best. I have been looking to build one myself, the technology is fairly simply, but the amount of materials, tools and time for the extra convenience was not worth it. There is company that sells them, not sure if they ship to the US but I think they will. Here is the website, https://www.furcloset.shop/. Make sure to ask for the correct supply voltage, their standard is 220V.

If you do not have the money for professional storage please think about the electricity bill, the smallest from furcloset uses 450W, depending on the conditions your house the electricity might be more expensive then professional storage.

Apart from this there is also the noise, the small one generates 50dBa, depending on the location in the house your night rest might be disturbed. Personally I live in a relative new apartment and my home has mechanical ventilation because of the high insulation building requirements. For me personally this is already the limit for noise, which is less then 50dB.

Hope this helps

[furlover15]

I've come across FurCloset before in my research, definitely out of my price range.

I honestly think a portable A/C unit, set around 60-65 °F, will probably be my best bet. I can just keep my room chilly all day and leave my closet door wide open.

Like I said, professional storage is out of the question for me. I live in Southern California, so I would never get to see or use my furs ever lol. It does get fur temperature at night where I live (around 50-55 °F), so I can keep my window open at night before I go to bed to get some cold air into the room as well.

[minkme]

I live just north of you in San Francisco, I can store them for safe keeping for you? I will take care of them and give them special attention.  Just kidding.

If you keep your window open, be careful with bugs like moths that may fly inside your house. Also be aware of the humidity, if it's damp outside, you don't want that dampness inside. 

[furlover15]

I have screens so bug's won't be an issue. As for dampness, my home has a hygrometer and the humidity has never been an issue. Always at 50%, even with windows open.

[minkme]

As long it does not get too hot, your setup might be ok.  The stuff I have, I store at home.  Not much of a collection.  My furrier says just to take them out of the closet once a month to air them out.  Setup a fan to air them out once in a while. Depending on usage, have them clean and glazed once in a while.