Boxes or shelf dividers should provide support so that the discs do not lean over at an angle while on the shelves. Shellac discs should be stored on static rather than mobile shelving because of their fragility. In these conditions the natural deterioration of the objects can be slowed. In some instances deterioration can be slowed further by lower temperatures. It is important that these environmental levels are stable.
Materials degrade quicker when exposed to ultraviolet light.
Fluorescent tubes which are low in ultraviolet light should be used wherever possible in storage areas. Lights should be turned off whenever possible. Storage areas should not have windows, but if they do they should be covered with curtains or blinds. Insect pest strips can be used as localised insect deterrents. However, the strips should not come into direct contact with individual gramophone discs.