Kids are quite fickle when it comes to toys. Their interest and novelty levels change as they grow. Most kids collect different types of toys from the stage of a toddler till their teenage years. This I suppose is one of the best ways to remember their childhood.
Some kids have a strong affinity for action figures toys, like Despicable ME 2, GI Joe and Iron Man. As they discard one for the latest toy, we should teach our kids to take care of their asset, maintain and store them properly. They can treat this toy collection as a hobby and sell them in future for financial gain. The older and rarer the toy is, the more market value it has. This can actually be a profitable business.
So if you want your collection of toys to fetch better value in future, ensure they are kept in good condition.
Here are some tips for your children on how to maintain and store their toys.
The first you should do before storing the toys is to make sure to remove the batteries, if any. If you keep them in the toys the acid may leak and the chemical will cause permanent damage. Furry and plush toys accumulate dust and leather ones are easily stained, so vacuum and clean them thoroughly.
Our hands can be oily and dirty and this may cause discoloration to the toys. So wear gloves before cleaning them, or at least wash your hands before doing so.
Do not store them in a place with strong direct sunlight as it will cause brittleness on the plastic parts and cracks will appear after some time. It is also not advisable to put them in a high humidity place or damp area where insects can wreck your priceless asset.
Invest in cleaning cloths, lotion and large containers or storage boxes to protect them. As your collection ages they become more prone to damage and discoloration, so clean them regularly, but don’t overdo it. Keep them in tip top condition so that you can take them out once in a while to play and admire them. All your investment in money and time may pay you back many times over in future.
If you have any suggestion or better tips I would be pleased to hear from you.
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