Beach Apartment Living: How to Store Your Surfboard

When living in a beach apartment, there are a number of items most renters would have for optimal use of the beach. Sunscreen, swimsuit and a lounge chair are all necessities. For those who surf, the object most needed might be difficult to store. If the apartment is small, creative ideas on how to store your surfboard might be helpful. Here are a few.

Before Storing

When you are done surfing, it is important to always rinse the board off with fresh water, and always store the surfboard inside. Avoid storing the surfboard in direct sunlight and in hot rooms such as an attic. All of these are harmful to the life of the board and taking these easy steps will extend the life of the board.

On The Wall

A surfboard on a wall might seem strange, but it is a good conversation starter. Storing your board on the wall will not only keep it safe and out of the way, but it will add a little personality to a living room or bedroom. If that idea doesn’t suit you, the board can be stored in a garage, as long as the garage has air conditioning. Boards should not be stored in rooms that are hot, such as an attic or a detached garage.

Overhead

Another option for storing the surfboard is purchasing an overhead hanger and store in horizontally on the hanger. This can be used in the garage, where the board will be safe, out of direct sunlight, and out of the way. It will be up and out the way, yet easy to remove. Storing the board overhead is a practical and easy way to maintain it.

While the board can either be stored in any of these methods, the important thing is that it is properly cared for. Making sure the board is stored in a cool place, up and out of the way and easily accessible are the main things to consider. By caring for the board, and properly storing it, this will prove a longer life of your board.