Comic book storage tips that even pros don't do.

[@WeLoveComics]

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[@pcochenour]

You're supposed to fold your favorite comic in half so you can fit it in your back pocket, that way, it's always there with you.

[@WeLoveComics]

When you buy something with your own money you can do whatever you want with it. I seriously doubt though if you had an action comics #1 in your hands, you would do that to it... But to each their own. There is no one right or wrong way, there is just YOUR way.

[@WeLoveComics]

But I Can definitely see about your meaning about enjoying them. Nothing wrong with that at all and I appreciate your thoughts.

[@Ho-Ho-Boo]

Patrick, good one! You gave me a laugh. Uh, Chris, he was joking. Patrick was referring to back in the day when kids would do just that, fold the comic lengthwise in half and put it in their back pocket.

[@WeLoveComics]

I can't get them all :P

[@lotto5742]

@@WeLoveComics He was being scarcastic.

[@Scribblescrabbly]

Another possible tip is to buy a board slightly longer than the comic. That way when you are thumbing through issues you're touching the board instead

[@WeLoveComics]

Excellent, Albert, thank you for wanting to help.

[@zhain0]

I cant stand comics on boards and in bags that are very tight, ruins the corners

[@Ace20999]

This is what I do I buy silver age bags and boards and put modern comics in it, it never even reaches the edges

[@ShumonB]

I do that Albert. I bought them longer than the comic just need to find a storage box to store them in

[@robertt9342]

Do the boards come in any size but slightly taller than the book?

[@Straeger]

this guy must have an oxford degree in comic book collecting

[@WeLoveComics]

That would be nice ;)>

[@valeriemontanez5005]

Thank you for this advise. I just started collecting again after losing all of my collectibles in a house fire. I will definitely take what you said in this video to heart. This video has made me a new subscriber, for sure.

[@WeLoveComics]

Oh wow man, thank stinks. I feel ya cuz years ago all my major key comics got stolen so I know what it is like to have your collection disappear. Glad you are able to start up again and happy to know my advice helps :). Happy hunting.

[@CliffOnComics]

What a great watch. I have been blessed that a lot of my books have not gone to crap because I couldn't always maintain how they are stored.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am glad you enjoyed my video :). I have hundreds of others, hope you check out some more in the future. Thank you for taking the time to comment, have an amazing night :)

[@michaelthompson1363]

Face to face is not the best solution. Think about it, you're placing the covers directly against each other. Books in regular/silver age bags shift so they aren't always perfectly aligned. You are effectively inviting spine roll in most cases, especially when a box is full. Front facing ensures an entire board presses evenly across the book behind. The key is to use one size of bag and board for your entire collection, never mixing, and don't overstuff your boxes.

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you for sharing your point of view on this topic.

[@willcaban5011]

Been collecting for over 30 years and i learned somthing new..thank you brother

[@WeLoveComics]

That is awesome to hear :). Glad I was able to show you something you may not have seen before :). Hope you check out more of my videos, you never know, there may be another trick or two up my sleeve :).

[@jorgepena4809]

new collector here, great tips appreciate it very much

[@WeLoveComics]

you are very welcome Jorge, I am glad you took the time to comment, hope you subscribed :).

[@pishposh1504]

if I don't have enough comics to span the length of the box I put them in widthwise.

[@WeLoveComics]

That is a good way to keep them in great condition until you have enough to fill a box.

[@harveyabel1354]

Have done that too.

[@nsoncrantful]

Never thought of this before, will start doing this now

[@boombapdoom493]

Literally not 2 mins after watching this video I got up and rearranged my comics... definitely appreciate the tips 👍🏼🤟🏼

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad I could help! Hope to hear from you again :)

[@forsakenV12]

Me 2 ... damn

[@shamelessduke129]

Just started collecting after wanting to since I was a kid but I haven’t gotten a box yet and I have probably over 40 comics just chilling on my dresser and you for surly helped me out. Much appreciated lol.

[@turtlecullimore7454]

I alwasy put a minimum of 3 silica packets inside my boxes to help absorb any moisture. I just lay them on top of comics or tape the edges of packets to bottom of lids. Have yet to have a single issue of damage.

[@WeLoveComics]

Very smart to do that :-).

[@MrWhatsupeverybody]

Thanks for the tips. I just noticed some of my comics, especially the newer ones, the ink transferred to the boards. I do live in a humid area. I'm planning to switch to Mylars and full backs and move my comics to my closet. Do they need to be well ventilated? I was also planning to put a few of those little silica gel bags in the comic boxes to absorb any moisture. Thanks for the video.

[@WeLoveComics]

They really just need to be in a place where there are not extreme temperature changes or can get close to moisture. Even Mylars cannot stop that. It is like what they say are the 3 more important things in real estate... LOCATION LOCATION AND LOCATION :).

[@aovermont]

Very helpful advice. As an avid comic collector for 40+ years and just getting back into it after selling EVERYTHING this is the video I needed to see. Great channel 👏 subbed

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you, I'm so glad that my video helped you and I really appreciate the kind support and the subscription :-). Hope you check out some of my older videos as they may help you as well

[@Nyc_Don_Dr_King]

I've been stacking my comics for years for this purpose alone, i'm glad i'm not the only person who does this, as well as using mylars & fullbacks and painter tape for taping the back

[@WeLoveComics]

Sounds like you got your collection all taken care of :). Great job,,,,

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

I have old video games in their original box, I noticed the cardboard start showing to wear out, any tips?

[@WeLoveComics]

Make sure they are out of any sunlight and maybe put a pieces of paper in between each one to keep them from sticking together or rubbing against one another. Hope that helps.

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

We Love Comics what about the video games themselves.

[@jakfearon2945]

You can find clear holders online that really help to protect them. Basically mylars but for games.

[@hoobieslaw1380]

Storing my comics in the box like this has been the best advice I have gotten so far. I can tell a noticeable difference right off the bat. Thanks!

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad it helped you, I hope you check out more of my tip videos :).

[@Vfe970]

I go all face in the same way, but one right side up the next one upside down, so the spines stay on the opposite but it’s not cover on cover. I also don’t go the long way with my boxes I go the short way and use different sections so each section only has about 30 or 50 so books pre short box with 2 sections and 3 sections with a long box getting about 150 comics in the box

[@WeLoveComics]

Great way to keep your comics in great condition. Excellent post. Thank you for the time and effort to do it :)

[@Vfe970]

@ you’re more than welcome thank you for the video

[@NChapaWI9436]

Whenever I buy comics from a local shop they have the board with them more often than not

[@WeLoveComics]

That is a good comic shop :)

[@ABitofBethandBecky]

Some great ideas, the storage box flap is a brilliant one.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am very glad you enjoyed my tips. Hope they help with your collection :). Glad to hear from you again.

[@skweerose709]

Let me get something straight....if I face all my comics in the same direction in the box, will my comics get damaged even if there is enough space for them to breathe?

[@WeLoveComics]

They can, but if you leave them enough room to be able to move, you should be fine... Just keep an eye on them to be sure.

[@skweerose709]

We Love Comics oh ok thanks

[@CArchivist]

You could purchase general Silver age size bags and boards and put two comics per bag, one on each side and that solves the problem too...

[@WeLoveComics]

That is definitely another way to do it as well....

[@harveyabel1354]

Placing them cover to cover in the bags?

[@brettsokoloski3772]

With full back boards only, me thinks.

[@heroicpress5038]

Same thing when shipping multiple comics, flip them. But instead of comics facing eachother where staples can press into the other comic cover, keep them facing the same way but turn every other one upside down.

[@WeLoveComics]

I do that as well when I ship comics :).

[@asadadon]

After watching this I pulled out all of my comics. Found one that was bent at the bottom. Now, I will be storing all of my comics like this. Great Advice!

[@WeLoveComics]

I am sorry to hear that happened to one of your comics, I hope it was not a very valuable one... I am glad my video helped, hope you check out more of my content and thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts :).

[@asadadon]

We Love Comics Thankfully it wasn't nothing valuable. But I never knew that the comics react like that if you store them the normal way. Thanks again for the informative video.

[@WeLoveComics]

That is why I make videos like that, so people don't have to learn the hard way :). Glad to hear it was not a major key issue or anything :). Hope you check out more of my videos, have a great day & thanks again for taking the time to comment.

[@frankiegee6135]

Just want to say that I really appreciate your video and the time you took explaining everything and sharing your wisdom on how to properly storage comic books. I never would have thought of these things, and it's funny right after watching this video in the middle of the night guess what I did? I repackaged all of my comic books and added cardboard to each side. I haven't had them that long as I've recently got back into the hobby so it's easier for me to manage the collection I have. But the ones that I do have their no cheapos, thank you again!

[@WeLoveComics]

I am really glad that my video helped you and I appreciate your kind words. I hope you check out more of my videos and I have a contest that is ending soon so hopefully you can enter :). Thanks again and don't be a stranger :).

[@oscarchavezart]

Thank you for sharing, my collection is small right now, but want to expand it.

[@WeLoveComics]

Everyone started small, so we've all been there :). One day you stil have an awesome collection so learn all you can :). Thank you for watching and commenting. Hope you check out more of my content...

[@user-rs1990]

The Hulk's debut seemed a bit controversial. He was originally grey rather than the familiar and still current 'Green With Envy'. The reason of the color change was due to the differing shades of grey from book to book as the printing press from that time was not designed to produce a consistent shade.

[@WeLoveComics]

That is correct, good job knowing that :)

[@mykhull]

I still question whether its a good idea to face covers. I think its better for a cover to face a board because the board is broader, provides full even pressure. Cuz if covers face covers, and they're slightly off, they can create a crease on both covers. Just a thought. Filling the gap, in a box that isn't full, is a great idea. Makes total sense, thanks for posting.

[@WeLoveComics]

If you do not feel comfortable with something then you should not do it. Many people have many different ideas on storage so you should always go with what feels right to you. If even 1 tip helps you then I am glad I made it... I thank you for your sincere post, hope to hear from you more often.

[@bobboss1]

You are correct. Try putting every-other comic upside down instead. Keeps faces protected with board in front of it.

[@paddytguitar]

I rewatch this from time to time.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am happy to hear that :). I hope you check out my tip/advice playlist, there are many other videos that can help improve your comic collecting :).

[@Pinkierabbit4]

`I am from the UK and we can buy plastic crates rather than the cardboard boxes you guys have in the States. They are bigger and you can get more comics in them. My concern is there is the temptation to double-stack comics. 2 lines instead of 1. Do you think that is a good idea even if they are boarded?

[@WeLoveComics]

I would shy against it to be honest because better to be safe than end up having out years later that some of your Comics got destroyed

[@peerboom]

I’ve been storing my books cover to cover, back to back for years. They told me I was weird. I also put foam board where the handles are, keeps the other books flush like you mentioned, and also cuts out the risk of having someone’s nails nicking the bags. If you can’t tell yet Chris, I’m diggin’ your channel.

[@WeLoveComics]

And I am diggin' your comments :).

[@AxerOne0001]

7:34 Where do I get those cardboard separators? I really need those to keep my comics neat like how you do it.

[@WeLoveComics]

Your local lcs should sell them :). I got mine from a package from a comic I ordered on Ebay :).

[@jamescarey5617]

I’ve been doing this for 30 years . My comics are in fantastic shape. My playboy subscription was the same. Front to front, backto back... and they’re all still straight with no bends in the spine nor the infamous subscription roll....

[@WeLoveComics]

Great minds think alike :). Thank you for sharing your experience using this technique :).

[@mempot9244]

I love how you explain things on this video, it's like a friend giving an advice on a video call. Love from PH 🇵🇭

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad you enjoyed it! I hope you check out more of my content. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts :).

[@MutenRoscher]

lol the comics at the start probably took more damage from slamming them onto each other than from just laying peacefully

[@WeLoveComics]

That is why I didn't use any major key issues to show in the video. That is a common thing people do with their comics, I am glad you are the 1st to pick up on that :).

[@cccpkingu]

Backing board towards the outside on both ends seems like a good practice, especially if the stops aren't there.

[@FerrariDMC]

As a person who has collected for over 35 years I would agree with all of this. The only thing I don't do is have them face each other. I do use Mylite II's and fullback on every book though, so that really adds to the support.

[@WeLoveComics]

That is another great way to protect your comics... Only bad thing is that is really expensive, especially if you have like me over 30 long boxes of comics.... :). I will just have to win the Lottery I guess ;).

[@FerrariDMC]

I always want to spend fun money on more comics. I buy them and when I see I have triple copies of a comic I sell them, and then buy the Mylite 2's and fullbacks. They are still pricey though.

[@ClearAutumnFestival]

Two questions: the first is the most important. How should I store cgc graded slabs? I also have a vacuum (chamber) sealer that I use for culinary purposes. Should I vacuum seal my slabs or will the suction cause damage?

[@WeLoveComics]

Slabs can just be stored in regular slab boxes with no extra protection needed. Add you really don't have to go that far and use tons of vacuum chambers. It won't do much and it will cost you so much to do if you have a large collection.

[@Michigan_Wolverine]

@@WeLoveComics Slabs have had water damage and rusting of staples. They do let in O2 and condensation. Does anyone know if Vacuum Sealing is ok on CGC slabs.

[@uncannyreader2413]

Finally organized all my short and long boxes. Had to grab another short box as you said would happen. $4.00 is definitely worth the sense of knowing they are going to stay in great shape. I did find a few spine rolls on a couple. Not as many as I thought.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am glad you got them in time to where only a small amount got the spine rolls... Just image 10 years later and finding out they all were that way :). $4 is definitely a wise investment :). Glad I was able to help save your comics.

[@jakegooding4711]

thanks for the tips! I didn't even think about putting a piece of cardboard at each end of the box. Glad you suggested it.

[@WeLoveComics]

It is my pleasure Jake, glad to help. Hope you check out more of my content.

[@stevebradley4885]

Great ideas...thanks! I kind of modified this the reversal of the comics in my boxes in groups of 5 or so as it seems to keep them pretty straight, however not as good as your method. I watched a CGC packing video and they stack 5 comics in the same direction for shipment and the books would be much safer if they told people to alternate them like you mentioned, especially during shipping. So, now I believe after watching your video I need to put cardboard on the ends and make sure the boxes are not overstuffed as I remember they are...Thanks for making your videos!

[@WeLoveComics]

I am glad another video of mine helped you. And yeah, over stuffing a box is what causes those indents on the staple side of the books so make sure they have room to move a little :). Thank you for watching another video, new upload in a few minutes.

[@uncannyreader2413]

Just cleaned up two long boxes!! OMG!! What an amazing difference with turning the comics around. I am starting on my other 3 long boxes now. Afterwards, 8 more short Boxes to Turn... so much work... can not wait!!!

[@WeLoveComics]

I am happy to hear that my tip is helping you and your comics :). Hope you check out more of my tips...

[@kirkhamgwendolyn]

I have been collecting for a year now trying to find the best way to store and this video just helps out a lot,thanks ;)

[@WeLoveComics]

My pleasure, glad to hear it does... If you go to my playlist under TIPS/ADVICE there are many videos that could help you even more. Hope you check them out. Thank you for taking the time to comment, it is appreciated.

[@bd34055]

Love the advice! Thank you! Any tips or suggestions on what storage boxes to store giant sized comic books? I’m new to collecting

[@WeLoveComics]

As long as the box is sturdy and can keep them upright, any box will do :)

[@bd34055]

@@WeLoveComics Sweet! I was contemplating buying bcw boxes but I wasn’t sure if they were sturdy enough, thanks for the advice!

[@thepickle2535]

Well crap. Now I know what I'm doing on my next off day! (looks to his comics and apologizes)

[@angelaarmie5789]

Spines sides being thicker. I learned that from records and laserdiscs when traveling.

[@WeLoveComics]

@@angelaarmie5789ahh laserdiscs, I remember them all too well. Not fun to have to move around if you had a bunch of them lol.

[@FugieGamers]

Shouldn've watched this a couple years ago. When i started collecting comics I had them flat and now they are all fucked up because of that.

[@WeLoveComics]

Well the good thing is at least you saw it now so you won't continue to damage your comics. Big rule, never over stuff your comics into a box. If you have to force it down then there are too man comics in the box and they will compress against one another causing that indent along the spine....

[@Joeh1154]

I've had a similar issue (no pun). Comics will eventually straighten out if stored properly even after some bends occuring after improper storage. It will take a while and you have to pack 'em tight.

[@chadfontaine2717]

Many years in and this is still solid logic. And a zero cost way of future proofing our books.

[@Scribblescrabbly]

Exactly the info I wanted to know! Found my dad's comics from when he was a kid (in surprisingly great condition) decided to change the bags and boards as well as the box.

[@WeLoveComics]

Sometimes it is all about timing so I am happy that this helped you. Hope you check out more of my content, it should help you even more :).

[@gabrielbruzzi1962]

I also seen where the comics that have cards inside them are either attached or floating around is best put in a box that they can be stacked up in because if they are on top each other they will case a card crease in itself and also on the other comic facing it. You could add an extra back board between those two comics if stack on top of each other to prevent that. This is important info for anyone, Thanks

[@WeLoveComics]

Good idea for those types of comics... Ones with added posters too would benefit from extra backing boards.

[@wastedanguish9927]

Man, l stopped using long boxes. They get too freaking heavy when full.

[@WeLoveComics]

Makes for a good workout program ;)

[@kendelynnpennerman3059]

Just started collecting but sounds like I'm in trouble because in a place that's so hot AC is a must but the cost of utilities is so high I must turn it off. We don't have commercial storage either. Perhaps if I build a shed If anyone can give me advise

[@WeLoveComics]

@@kendelynnpennerman3059 I live in Florida where the temperature drops up and down significantly so I know what you're talking about. All I can say is don't worry so much because it literally takes sometimes decades to notice any slight changes. As long as you don't have a lot of moisture and extreme temperature drops extremely within hour after hour, your Comics should be fine

[@kendelynnpennerman3059]

@@WeLoveComics thank you , I was nervous about ruining them.

[@WeLoveComics]

You will be fine :). Since you say you are new, I would highly recommend watching a few of my tips/advice video playlist. They can give you information to go from a novice to an expert :). Feel free to contact me anytime and enjoy the hobby :)

[@theoriginaldogtalker]

Good tips. I put one comic on each side of the backing board, into one bag. The staples are on opposing sides now. I did this to save 100-150 backing boards and bags, cost, space and pressing purposes. I can also fit more books per box. I used 35-year-old comic boxes which were twice the thickness of current boxes( I also made the box water-resistant and stronger by wrapping in quality packing tape and nice stickers:) The packing tape yellowed after 15 years. The stickers did not. I squeezed as many as possible into the box. This removed all the air from the bags and boards. I used old backing boards at the end of the boxes because they are thinner. I cut the tab out of the handle and wrapped right around the handle with packing tape. They have never torn. I then transported 2100 silver age comics from Florida to Canada like this 35 years ago. I occasionally checked on these books as life allowed. I am now dry cleaning and changing the good ones to Myler. These books do not appear to have aged a day since I compressed them. At one point I had 13,000 comics and room to display 40. It was easy to leave a box compressed and untouched for years. I believe compressing the books and removing all the air worked very well. you can also tap the side of the box to get the spines all lined up before storage(the backing board should protect the book). I hope this helps. Now to learn how to press books:)

[@WeLoveComics]

Another great way to store your comics, thank you for sharing it with us.

[@RegularGuyism]

Have you ever tried one of these heavy-duty short bins from BCW? A single bin goes for ~$20, which is moderately expensive. However, they offer reduced prices if you purchase more than one. The boxes interlock and have a sealing mechanism too. Some additional cons are that it only holds 150 comics and comes with just one divider. Overall, it seems like a safe investment and it's way more durable and space-efficient than the cardboard boxes (which are still good).

[@WeLoveComics]

I have not tried one, no. If you have you should do a review on it to let people know if it is worth the price or not :).

[@brandonmetro7115]

Completely agree. These bcw boxes are able to stack to ceiling no issues.

[@zhain0]

I was super careful when I started collecting, thankfully so aswell cus I got some cracking issues in amazing condition. Stopped buying about 6 years ago and just started again. I've really missed it

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad to hear you are back :).

[@B_HarTz]

.... been storing my comics in multiple shoe boxes.... but laid down like you showed... watched this and am now looking into boxes and gonna do the same pattern u showed , thanks

[@paulyspops]

I store my comics exactly how you demonstrated in this video. Exactly! You actually beat me to the punch because I was going to post a similar vid on how to properly store your books. Well done. Keep collecting, keep sharing and keep posting videos WE LOVE COMICS!

[@WeLoveComics]

Like they say, GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE ;) lol... You should still do the video though because I only reach a tiny number of people and your video could help others as well :).

[@Volluble]

What are your thoughts on putting one of those small bags of silica in the box with the comics?

[@WeLoveComics]

it won't do much imo

[@uncannyreader2413]

I am not a fan of CGC books. I completely understand having it for collectors who sell online or within auctions. However, I will never purchase one. If I were to do so, I would remove it immedietely and put it right back in a bag and board. Can you explain pricing and the process of getting comics graded?

[@WeLoveComics]

Each person has their own personal preference.. I especially like them for the fact that you don't have to worry if a comic has been altered or professional cleaned or something that would dramatically lower the value... Pricing varies between companies and goes by modern (CGC considers that 1975 and up), then silver age, then golden age. Prices can range also by quantity, value of comic and how quick you would like it returned to you. All the companies have complete price lists, so you should check it out....

[@michaelbienvenu7005]

Well all of my entire collection is organized like in your video I love this way but I have a question ok when your comic's are in there boxes how do you can make your books stress free expecicaly spine stress

[@WeLoveComics]

It depends how you store them and if you over stuffing them or not.

[@Marcus-ru1ht]

This video was super useful for me. I have been collecting for years and I have been storing all my books wrongly. I stack my books, and also the books in my storage are too cramp. The board in the storage box is a good idea. I need to repack all of my books man.

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad I had a video you found helpful :). Thank you for your comment.

[@tifftargaryen490]

the putting one on front and one on back is how i did my manga for a while and it seems to work better for manga too. Thanks for the tips. been mostly a trade reader till recently.

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad I could help!

[@williamhorton5535]

As always a great learning video and I changed mine over tonight. That slant was killing me so I figured you had a video on that and BOOM. Saved my comics from damage and your are doing awesome things. Keep them coming.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am glad to hear that and I am happy to help :). Just make sure the boxes have room for the comics to breath otherwise it won't matter how you stack them. Glad you found this when you needed it... LOOK AND YOU SHALL FIND :)>

[@scrapbookboxing1094]

Thanks so much for the advice. I have a huge boxing scrapbook collection and this helps to preserve them.

[@puellak3]

Thank you I'm a new collector and this video showed me many things I was doing wrong

[@WeLoveComics]

I am glad to hear Ron that you found my video helpful to you :). I have many other tip videos on my playlist so I hope you check them out. Thank you for taking the time to comment & hope to hear from you again sometime.

[@AliAkbar-oh5dy]

Updating my collection of my humble 200 comics and saving your video for when i rearrange them and get the new bags and boards soon amazing advice sir.

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you and always remember, we all start out with just a few comics. I started out with 4 :). It takes a while to build up a collection. I started back in 1987(ish)

[@DefyantFoxV2]

...this just makes me more happier that I'm switching to trades and omnibus while keeping a small singles collection.

[@WeLoveComics]

As long as something makes you happy, that is truly what matters.

[@DefyantFoxV2]

We Love Comics this is true also I'm looking to make space as well. The goal is to drop down to just short boxes

[@WeLoveComics]

I wish you luck in your goal.

[@DocZom]

If you alternate front to back inside the box, you should not be limited to fewer fitting in the box, but maybe a few more will fit. Instead of having the staple side taking up more room within the box when all face one way, by alternating the space taken up by the staple is distributed to both sides. No? Some good pointers. Thanks.

[@dano1346]

Great content! Question: I've been going through my collection and re-bagging and boarding some. Unfortunately, I found a couple long boxes where the comics have rippled and warped a bit. There doesn't seem to be any water damage and even the bottom boxes are on 2x4s over garbage liners. Nothing questionable environment-wise. The spacing doesn't seem too tight or too loose, but I do have older plastic dividers between titles in some of these boxes and they have warped too. The best I can describe the damage is maybe how you described the concave appearance, but it's like 2 ripples. I feel like it has to do with the old plastic dividers maybe with a little too much space and the weight of the books have sort of aligned with the "wave". It reeeaaallly sucks. Super disappointing. Any pointers?

[@WeLoveComics]

A pressing will definitely help those comics. But I wouldn't do all of them (Unless you have a HUGE trust fund or win the lottery ;))....

[@dano1346]

@@WeLoveComics I think it's probably the old, plastic dividers. I feel like some of them push down on the books, if the box isn't perfectly filled. Rrrr...it's so frustrating.

[@zakattack8624]

I've been building up my Justice League International collection hat I have not built up for years. I plan on replacing the plastic sleeves and getting new boards for each comic. I was looking into some boxes to buy as I have them in temporary boxes (with cardboard on either end), but having them in zig-zag order was something I did not consider. It makes sense.

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad you found this video and I hope it helps you :). I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Hope you check out more of my videos.

[@omegacomics3548]

im still doing this stuff with my books especialy when i get them signed and graded great advice chris 👍

[@WeLoveComics]

I will be doing a video on the best way to get your comics signed in the future so I hope you check that out.... Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@omegacomics3548]

We Love Comics yea thanks im getting excited cause todd mcfarlane and rob liefeld are coming to a show soon cant wait to have them sighn my new mutants 87 😁

[@WeLoveComics]

ow man, that is awesome. I am jealous.

[@NWOslave]

i see your comment is over four months old, but did he charge more depending on the book? i read an article recently that made that claim

[@Zoetropeification]

Thanks for posting this video. Great info for helping keep books as nice as possible. As you showed, not over filling the box is most important. I also have a couple of variations on how I store books. I always have old poly bags and used boards laying around because I transfer a lot of books to mylar when they are purchased. I will take a few old boards and put them in an old poly bag and place those against the cardboard flap in each end of the boxes. I use magazine size boxes rather than long boxes because I feel when the boxes are moved there is less weight of the books pushing against one another. Instead of facing alternating books I face one half of the box one direction and the other half the opposite direction. I find it practical when I'm flipping through looking for a book. Plus, I think it is good for the face of each book to be resting against a backer board. For spacers in partially full mag boxes I reuse bubble wrap. It can be adjusted to fit any space and provides good tension against the books without squeezing them too tightly. I keep various sized small boxes on hand to fill larger space as well.

[@WeLoveComics]

We have a lot in common in what we do with our comics. Check out some of my other tip videos and you will see that what you talk about, I actually have done videos on. Great minds think a like ;) lol. Thank you for taking the time to share your comic book storage practices and hope to hear from you again soon.

[@TheJoeGillam]

I've been using these tips for about a year or so now yet I'm still getting spine roll on my comics. Any ideas or tips on how to prevent it?

[@WeLoveComics]

If your comics already had spine rolls, this will not fix them. If they did not, it means you may be packing them too tightly. Hope that helps.

[@SplatterHouseArchives]

I use bags no boards and stack my books on their backs have had some books stored about 10 years they're air tight sealed still mint and can smell the ink. hold shape like 9.9's and 10's

[@WeLoveComics]

Well if you did all that and got a 9.9 or a 10 that would be a definite Christmas miracle LOL.

[@SplatterHouseArchives]

@@WeLoveComics my books don't lie lol hellblazers been stacked on their backs 10+ years still look the same as the day they were bought off the rack bud.

[@Slammer_1970]

Never thought of the placing something between my comics and the storage box flap before. Thanks for the notion of placing the comic books in facing one another instead of them all facing the same way.

[@WeLoveComics]

I am always glad to help in any way I can. I appreciate you taking the time to comment and hope you check out more of my content :).

[@GoldGauntletComix]

We Love Comics

[@spencerwelchii573]

We Love Comics why don't you just rotate the next book 180 degrees instead of flipping it over?

[@WeLoveComics]

Both ways will work so I guess it would just boil down to personal preference...

[@ericlewis217]

...I’ve always put a board at the front and back of the boxes for my MADs but not my comics. Guess they mean more to me 🤗

[@blainemendez3361]

I have a question. Do u know instead of doing the zigzag technique when storing in a box, if u can place a flat board infront of each comic? Like for example (comic - board - comic - board) etc. and of course each comic is already back boarded and sleeved already, so that way it can imitate a zigzag technique?.. although it can decrease storage evennn more. Lol but yeah I just had that one question

[@WeLoveComics]

only way to find out is to give it a try :) ) :) Keep me posted a few months later.

[@razrentals8897]

Hmm, I’m going to think about some of this. My boxes are pretty stuffed so I’ll have to check if it’s causing any damage. Space unfortunately is becoming a factor for my collection. I’ll have to figure out how I can make my space work out. I think the flipped comic storage you use is a good idea, but I like being able to look through a box with all,the covers facing forward. How many boxes do you think you should limit yourself to when stacking? I’m debating storing some of my comics in the attic, but it gets hot up there sometime during the summer. Not as hot as most attics since it’s a finished attic, but still hotter than downstairs.

[@WeLoveComics]

Just keep in mind, if you over stuff your comics no way is going to help them. Compressing them together will cause some kind of damage. I know all too much about not having much room, but if you destroy them in the process, is that helping or hurting your collection ? :). Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@phillipholt6005]

I accidentally have comics that are collctable. I don't know. I would sell them for the price on the comic book.

[@reprintranch]

@@phillipholt6005 Quick answer -- Get some knowledge before you sell anything. As a general rule, the lower the cover price on the comic, the more likely it's collectable. 10-cent and 12-cent cover priced comics are almost always collectable; 15-cent, 20-cent and 25-cent cover priced are usually collectable; 30 cents through about 75 cents are more iffy. If they're $1 or more, it gets iffier. (I'm oversimplifying, because other facts play into collectability and value -- condition, the title of the comic and the specific issue of the comic.) The easiest way to make an initial assessment is, organize the comics by price, then write down the title and issue number for some of the best-condition ones, go on eBay and check the "sold" prices for these comics. (In other words, don't check the prices people are asking for as-yet unsold comics, check the prices people have actually paid.) Find out if you're sitting on a gold mine (or a junk heap) before you start selling. Good luck! :)

[@drewstevens2909]

I have my single issues in my comic box on top of my plastic container that houses all of my trade paperbacks sitting in the corner of my room....Im hoping that is a good place to store them...my room is cool, air conditioned and they are not in direct sunlight...

[@WeLoveComics]

I guess time will tell. Just make sure they have some room to breathe :).

[@poing333]

This is old as hell but you saved my ass with this 🎉

[@WeLoveComics]

Well I am old as hell too, so it fits ;) lol. Glad my info helped. I have tons more if you wish to check out my content :). Thank you for your comment, hope to see more from you in the future. I will be doing a live video today if you care to check it out. Not sure of the time though.

[@poing333]

@@WeLoveComics oh yeah I will be checking out more definitely, just subbed after this!

[@poing333]

And if I get that noti I'll jump in:)

[@scatterbreaker-themanfrom1378]

What if you have two comics in each bag? One on each side of the board. That would balance the stack/standup stack, too, wouldn't it?

[@WeLoveComics]

You could do that for sure

[@JR_187_]

Awesome information!!! I see that your channel is slowly growing keep up the great work

[@WeLoveComics]

Thanks Julio, I hope some of the tips help. I enjoy helping others. Thanks again for another great comment & for the support as I grow.

[@Mike_Larry41]

Which is better, the cardboard bins or the plastic bins? Thinking about switching to the plastic bins. Opinions?

[@WeLoveComics]

Depends on what you are looking for. Cardboard boxes are cheaper and lighter but will not last as long. Plastic bins will last much longer but will be heavier and cost more. I always say to go with what you feel works best and you will always be happy :). Hope that helps a little. Thank you for taking the time to ask a question.

[@Viltrumite2501]

I've been doing the "cardboard brace" dealy for about ten years now and I agree i haven't seen anyone else do it until now!! I am certainly trying this backward/forward storage system, it really is an almost unheard of technique so kudos True Believer

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad you saw this video and yeah, I think you are the only one that I can remember that uses cardboard on the ends of the boxes :). Great minds think alike ;).

[@Spaceman_00]

What’s the silver support object at the end of the box?? Also what kind of cardboard is in the boxes???

[@WeLoveComics]

I made this video over 3 years ago so you would have to give me a timestamp to let me know what you were referring to. As far as the cardboard it's just cardboard from packages of comic that I bought over the years that instead of throwing them out I would use them as support

[@Spaceman_00]

We Love Comics 8:15

[@Spaceman_00]

We Love Comics Your saying you can use cardboard from comic bags to support the row of comics?

[@WeLoveComics]

Oh, that was just a metal base for a large pyramid candle mold I was using because it took up more space then using 20 pieces of cardboard that I probably didn't have at the time. You can basically use anything that can fit that is flat.

[@WeLoveComics]

Well I meant comic boxes that you get in the mail when someone mails you a comic. Most put cardboard which you can use instead of throwing them away :).

[@noahn4336]

YES!!!! I'm now that Peter Parker high school kid who collects comic books and watches Marvel Films over Star Wars Films. At first I have my comics in a really good zip up water proof binder to but my comics in but I so much to the point where it's hard to even close the binder. Thanks lots dude.

[@WeLoveComics]

Glad to help, hope you check out more of my videos. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@zuccsucc476]

I like to take the staples out and wrap the pages around my arms and legs so i can assemble the book whenever

[@WeLoveComics]

Who doesn't?

[@makeminemarvel3784]

Thank you for all the great tips Chris.

[@WeLoveComics]

Hey good to see you checked my video out. I am going to be subbing you and I do have to say that your statue collection and "Man-cave" is nothing short of amazing....

[@BodegaMouse]

So can I keep my comics on a bookshelf? Also, which ones are worth keeping in sleeves and which ones shouldn't be?

[@WeLoveComics]

As long as you don't squeeze them on the bookshelf to the point they can't move it should be fine. As far as what books to put there that's something you would have to decide.

[@tremerefury]

Use comic dividers to separate series, and a folded piece of tape on the bag w the issue number.

[@WeLoveComics]

Very good tips, thank you for taking the time to include them to help people :).

[@harveyabel1354]

As I watched, I was pondering somewhat along those lines; good job by you :)

[@BrinLondo74]

The follow tricks work for me. I purchase bags & backboards one size larger than the book so I can then fit two comics together in the same bag. Issue #1 in front, backboard an # 2 on the other side facing out. Fewer bags & backboards save money & space while solving the staple problem. 3 or 5 Drawer Steelcase Lateral File Cabinets usually can hold 3 long comic book boxes per drawer if placed lengthwise in two rows. Don’t get the cheap aluminum/tin like ones, they can’t handle the weight of all those comics, TRUST ME! Ugly looking ones can be spray painted or covered in magnets if you collect the latter. Look for businesses closing, garage sales or outlets and take a hand-truck & cash. I’ve gotten deals offering ½ the asking price and offer to move them myself. Garage sale or moving blankets prevent scratches.

[@MrSaber152]

just subbed great vid

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it :). Welcome to my channel.

[@Asian_Connection]

Can someone help answer this question? I have so much problem with CGC new slabs. 8 out of 10 books shipped gets damaged with the book sliding in the case. The damages varies from front cover separating from staples, dent corners, fold edges and crack spine. Does anyone have any recommendations on how to deal with this serious CGC slab defects? Sooner or later CGC is going to get a class action lawsuit for their defective case.

[@WeLoveComics]

I may not be the best person to ask this as I am not the hugest fan of CGC and their ways. So many just use them for 1 reason (And most won't admit it) and that is because they can sell them for the most money. So many videos show people unhappy with them or the grades they get but always say "Oh I'll take it".... People are afraid to think for themselves and hate people like me who chooses to think that way. CGC is not as great as people claim but I cannot argue that with most because all they will do is attack you for god forbid thinking for yourself. All I can say is if you do not like the way they do business in your experience, don't use them. If you are not happy and you still use them then why complain about it? Just my 2 cents. Good luck with whatever you choose.

[@TheDARKNESS8030]

Pro tip: get trades and be done with this

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you for your pro tip.

[@thewalkingdragon]

What happens if I don't have backboards? (i can't get them where i live) Wouldn't they bend while standing? In that case is it still better to place them vertically than laying down flat in the alternating face up/face down way you showed?

[@WeLoveComics]

You cannot get backing boards? Even from ebay? I would lay them flat with no boards, but I would not stack more then 10 together. I would also alternate rack one so the top comic had the spine on one side and then the other side on the next on top of that

[@LambdaJM]

good advice!

[@WeLoveComics]

Thank you, glad you checked this out. Hope you check out more of my content :).

[@theplaguedoctor5773]

Why didn’t KZbin recommend this video two weeks ago when I decided to catalogue my comic collection?

[@jeremychives]

You become Ben Shapiro at 1.25x speed

[@WeLoveComics]

I'll take that as a compliment :) :) :)

[@spydorweb2008]

Most sellers regular or pro. Don't use this method face to face on every 2 books when shipping a small or big lot of books. You get them facing up/down in one direction.

[@fomoscomicsandpopculture]

Thank you for the storage strategy. Just imagine how many collections your suggestions just preserved for future collectors. 👍🏽I think we get used to bad storage because that is what we see at the LCS since customers are viewing them daily. What are your thoughts on shortboxes as a means to avoid the extra pressure from having more books in the box?

[@WeLoveComics]

Short boxes are great just as well if you have the space because you're going to need a lot more of them. But don't forget those are going to need reinforced front and back as well. Thanks for the kind words and I'm glad you checked out my video