Rayvol Self-Locking Lid Card Deck Boxes & Trading Card Dividers

People who buy, collect, trade and play with trading cards often accumulate large numbers of them and keep them in bags, boxes or whatever else they have handy. If the cards are tossed around and not stored properly, they can be stained, dented, discolored or torn. Extensive wear can be devastating as some cards can be worth a lot of money — but only when in good condition. Placing them in boxes designed to store cards and using dividers made explicitly for this purpose will keep them in the best shape.

Trading card boxes and dividers are sized to fit different kinds of cards, so you’ll want to make sure you know what size you need. Before you buy, always check the measurements and read any information about the types of cards that these products are compatible. If you’re looking to preserve the cards indefinitely, choose boxes and dividers that are archival quality and have removable lids for protection.

You’ll want to develop your own system for organizing your cards. Dividers with tabs will help you sort cards into categories, which you can label with writing implements like permanent markers or with stickers (make sure to do your labeling away from your cards so you don’t risk damaging them).

When you’re loading cards and dividers into the box, take care not to damage them. Handle them delicately each time you take them out, as one mistake can result in lost value.

• Don’t bundle trading cards up with rubber bands, as this can create creases.
• Storing loose trading cards in shoe boxes isn’t a great idea, either, since the cards will move around too much and this can create wear and tear on edges.
• Store trading cards in dry, cool places; warm, humid ones can ruin them. Climate-controlled rooms are best but if you don’t have one, make sure to keep your cards out of your attic or basement.
• Sunlight and UV rays are also harmful to trading cards and can cause them to fade.
• It’s always an excellent idea to have extra trading card dividers on hand when your collection starts building up.