How to Store Wreaths Safely and Efficiently

TL;DR: Proper wreath storage preserves beauty, prevents damage, and keeps your holiday décor fresh year after year. Learn the best methods for storing wreaths of all sizes, protecting bows and ornaments, and using specialized Christmas World storage solutions.

• Hanging vs. laying flat storage options
• Why storage bags are better than bins
• Small-space and garage/attic wreath storage ideas
• Tips for labeling and vertical organization
• How to safely store wreath bows and decorations
• Special care for large wreaths
• Christmas World’s premium storage solutions

Have you ever opened a storage bin to find a crushed bow or a misshapen wreath? Then you know how quickly holiday spirit can turn into holiday stress! That frustration isn’t limited to Christmas, either. Your other seasonal door décor is subject to the same storage challenges.

Proper storage is key to preserving the beauty and shape of your seasonal showstoppers year after year. Do you know how to store wreaths in a way that maintains their beauty from season to season?

In this guide, we’ll show you the best ways to store wreaths of all sizes. We’ll even provide our top tips for the best ways to protect delicate embellishments like ribbons and ornaments.

Most importantly, we’ll explore smart storage solutions from Christmas World. Each one is designed to keep your décor looking merry and bright. Now you can skip the inconsistent DIY solutions and achieve peace of mind year after year.

Continue reading to learn the simplest way to deck the halls without the hassle next season!

Best Way to Store Wreaths: A Quick Overview

By nature, wreaths are delicate and intricate, often featuring fragile elements like tiny lights or brittle greenery. Keeping them looking full and vibrant year after year is easier said than done! Throwing them in a standard bin risks everything from damage to bending, warping, and even critter infestations.

Here’s how to avoid the common errors and choose the best way to store wreaths this holiday season.

Consider Hanging vs. Laying Flat

In storage, you should aim to ensure your wreaths maintain their natural shape. Ideally, they shouldn’t sit underneath any other objects, which risks crushing delicate elements. Even laying a wreath flat in the top layer of a bin risks crushing if something is set down on top of the bin.

That’s why we typically recommend hanging your wreaths in storage. This provides the easiest access to your evergreen holiday décor. Plus, hanging wreaths from the walls or ceiling takes up less floor space. That leaves more room for other holiday storage.

Common issues, such as keeping wreaths free of dust and pests, can be solved with a dedicated hanging storage bag. Thus, if you lack the wall space, it’s still better to place wreaths into individual bags before laying them flat.

Choose Storage Bags Over Bins

Plastic bins are bulky and consistently lead to damage in storage. In contrast, wreath storage bags offer a tailored solution. Designed specifically with wreaths in mind, they include padding and structure that helps preserve the shape of your wreaths. Additionally, they are easy to carry and limit access to dust and the elements.

Always choose a bag over a bin when storing your most delicate holiday wreaths.

Wreath Storage Ideas for Every Home

Clearly, a wreath-specific solution is the safest, most secure, and most convenient way to store your wreaths. However, not every home has a dedicated storage room. Luckily, there are storage solutions for every type of home. Here are our favorites for a variety of spaces.

Small-Space Wreath Storage Solutions for Apartments

Ideally, you’ll have the wall space to hang your wreaths when not in use. In a small space, however, laying wreaths flat is the second-best option. Consider using slim-profile wreath storage bags that easily slide under beds or onto closet shelves.

However, you may have more storage space than you think! Try hanging wreaths vertically inside closets using over-the-door hooks or padded hangers to save floor space.

Garage and Attic Wreath Organization Tips

If you have a larger, dedicated storage space, you have even more options for safe year-round storage. Here are our top tips for leveraging garage and attic spaces to store holiday wreaths:

• Install wall hooks or ceiling-mounted racks to hang wreaths off the ground and out of the way.
• Use heavy-duty wreath storage bags with reinforced handles for easier transport between seasons.
• Avoid placing wreaths near vents or windows. Temperature and humidity shifts can cause damage over time.
• Consider placing a desiccant packet inside the storage bag to absorb excess moisture.

Consider Labeling and Vertical Storage Strategies

Some of us only bring out the wreaths for Christmas. Others hang a wreath on their door for every celebration! If you are storing multiple wreaths, a clear labeling system is key to successful organization.

The beauty of a dedicated wreath storage bag is that it comes equipped with a label. You can keep debris at bay and still identify each wreath by holiday, season, or location. Just write it on the tag!

For even easier, near-instant recognition, consider color coding your labels, too. You’ll know red means Christmas and Green means spring at a glance. That way, you won’t mix up your holiday wreaths and your floral wreaths in between seasons!

How to Store Wreath Bows and Decorative Elements

The more ornate the wreath, the more challenging it can be to store without damage. You might consider removing the most delicate decorative elements in between seasons. However, you’ll need an appropriate storage solution to avoid tangled ribbons and crushed pinecones.

First, assess which bows and decorations are detachable. They’ll generally be attached with wired ties or clips. Gently remove the most fragile elements, such as ornaments or baubles. Be sure to keep their wires or clips attached.

Always untie bows rather than pulling them off to avoid stretching or damaging the ribbon. We recommend wrapping your ribbons on a spool before placing them into storage.

Then, store bows and other elements in a specialized holiday storage container. Such containers are acid-free to prevent discoloration and fading in between seasons. They often have padded storage compartments to prevent scuffing, too. With every element in its place, it’s easy to reassemble your wreath at the start of the season.

How to Store a Large Wreath Without Damage

Large wreaths demand a little extra TLC. That’s not just because of their size, but because they tend to have more decorations to cover their large surface area!

To store a large wreath without damage, we recommend following the same tips we’ve discussed above. The difference is to ensure you choose the right size wreath storage bag for your décor. Christmas World offers spacious, high-quality, large wreath storage bags. Many are designed specifically to fit and protect wreaths up to 48 inches wide.

Larger wreaths are also more challenging to transport in and out of storage. Opt for bags with padded interiors, sturdy handles, and heavy-duty zippers. They make transport easier and provide better protection.

Effortlessly Store Christmas Wreaths with Christmas World

Christmas World offers high-quality storage solutions crafted with durable materials, padded interiors, and thoughtful designs. Each one is thoughtfully crafted to keep your decorations safe and beautiful year after year.

When storage is this easy, there’s no reason to avoid adding to your wreath collection! Browse our selection of holiday wreaths, which coordinate with all of the stunning pieces in our garland collection.