"If you're new to collecting LPs, there are a few rules. Never stack, always sleeve, and never ever touch the grooves by hand. Traditionally, a 12 by 12 inch square (except, of course, for your 7-inch singles), records aren't the easiest to store. Bookshelves are often too short or narrow, and keeping them on the ground often leads to unintentional scratches, warping, and dust build-up."
"True audiophiles know that there's nothing like the sound of music on wax, and the best vinyl record storage ensures your favorite records stay safe and scratch-free both on and off the turntable. But once you've decided on the perfect record player and tested different speakers for sound quality, you may realize that your beloved albums don't quite fit on your bookshelves. If you're new to collecting LPs, there are a few rules."
Vinyl records require careful storage: always sleeve records, store them upright, and never touch the grooves. Standard 12x12 LPs (and 7-inch singles) can be difficult to fit on typical bookshelves, and leaving records on the floor risks scratches, warping, and dust. Storage options include open shelving or floating display shelves for visible album art, portable crates with perforated sides and feet to keep collections off the ground, closed cabinets sized to hold a record player and speakers, and minimalist powder-coated steel stands for a compact footprint. Proper storage preserves playback quality and prevents skipping or damage.
Read at Architectural Digest
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