There are several ways you can store your valuable comic book collection. Comic book storage comes in several forms.

The thing to keep in mind, first and foremost, is to store them in containers that were made specifically for this purpose. You want to preserve the paper. That means anything you use for cardboard or paper storage (ie, comic books) should be lignin-free and acid-free. If you use plastic storage, it should be PVC-free.

Additionally, make sure that your collection is stored out of direct light, in a climate controlled environment. The average shed or upstairs attic is obviously not ideal!

You have a lot of different choices as far as choosing items in which to store your comic books. For most comics, plastic sleeves as well as acid-free resealable bags are perfect. For especially valuable comics, you should consider plastic boxes made especially for this purpose. When using plastic sleeves or bags with adhesive, make sure that tape or adhesive doesn't touch the books themselves.

Plastic comic book boxes can be found at collectibles shops or storage and organization stores. As an alternative, you should be able to find Mylar comic book sleeves that have special cardboard backing. This makes the container a little more sturdy, better protecting your book.

Once the more valuable books have been placed in their individual containers, it's time to find a way to store the entire collection. There are many boxes you can buy online or at comic book shops, and they generally come in two sizes - short ones hold about 100 books, and the longer ones hold about 300 comic books.

But there's more to storing your comic books than just protecting them from damage. You also need to give some thought about how you want to organize them. It's most common to organize them by comic book title, then in chronological order based on publication date. When you have a well-organized comic book storage system, you'll be able to find any issue you want with little effort, whether you wish to read or sell it.