Hi there,
What's the best way to store strings? I've bought bulk strings before and
I realize because I take quite awhile to use up a box of strings the latter sets
can be slightly rusted already. I usually just place them in my cupboard
in my study. So is there a proper way to store my strings so that they'll
be perfectly fine when I eventually use them?
Thanks so much for your advice!!
Johann
I've run into the same problem. Even though I don't buy "bulk strings", I do
store them for a long time sometimes. I think some strings rust or corrode
faster than other strings depending on quality, materials, packaging, &
manufacturer. I'm guessing it may also run into the untouched by human hands
thing. I don't know if all manufacturers are careful about that when packaging
strings. They obviously should be!
If you have a new set of strings unopened & sealed in plastic from a good
manufacturer and stored in a decent environment, they should last a very long
time. If the plastic package they come in isn't airtight, put them in one that
is.
I've opened a new set of strings after storing them for a long time and they
sometimes exhibit a few dark spots almost like finger prints on them.
I know of at least one manufacturer that advertises their strings "Designed to
be in factory-fresh condition for you as they are packed in special corrosion
resistant sealed packaging."
This will be a good tip for people to provide feedback on by email. I'll
update the tip if I get more good advice.
Bob, Gman ( o )==#