Family photos and films are priceless. These items help you to reflect on the past and take a trip down
memory lane. Since these pictures and films are so important to you and your family, it is essential
that you take the time and effort to protect them and keep them safe. Here are 5 ways to preserve your
precious family films and photos so that you can continue to pass them on for generations to come.
1. Find or create a controlled environment where you can store film and photos. This may not be
possible for everyone, but if you can do this, it will help you to preserve your films and photos the
best. Ideally, you want to store these things in a cool temperature with moderate humidity. To
achieve this ideal environment, many people store film and photos in the refrigerator.
2. Keep photos and films in a dark space. Light, especially sunlight, can seriously impact the quality
of your film and photos, causing them to fade quickly. With time, sunlight can actually cause so
much damage to videos and film that they may no longer be watchable anymore. Keep photos and
film in a sealed box and try to store them in a cool closet that is also very dark.
3. Understand that film, especially older film, is extremely flammable. In order to protect these
