Last Updated on February 6, 2023

We own a lot of things, but a lot of the things we own weren’t exactly designed to be stored outdoors. Some of those things go without saying, but there are certain items you might think it’s ok to leave outside when, in fact, it’s not! Today we bring you a list of ten things you shouldn’t leave outside unless you want them to stop working properly.

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1. Bicycles

At first sight, it may seem ok to leave your bike out in your yard, for example, but trust us, it’s not, at least if you want to preserve it. Leaving your bike outside is going to expose it to the natural elements, and this might not seem like a serious issue. Still, over time, the elements can cause damage to the components of your bicycle, as well as reduce its longevity. If you have a garage space, keep your bike inside or find a storage alternative to protect it!

2. Lawn Mowers

Repairing a lawn mower is not the cheapest thing in the world, and if you don’t want to find out exactly how much it costs to fix yours, do not keep it outside. Harsh temperatures can plug up the jets and ports on your machine, and you have the issue of rodents that have a soft spot for cords, for example. Leaving your lawn mower out in the open can be quite a disaster.

3. Power Tools And Gardening Tools

If you leave power tools outside, you are taking a huge risk- if it rains, there is a chance water will get near the cords or inside the battery compartments, causing the tools to stop working completely. As for gardening tools, leaving them outside, subjected to precipitation, can cause them to rust.

4. Sunscreen Bottles

Sunscreen is your number one protector from the sun, helping you prevent diseases like skin cancer or the premature aging of your skin. However, and by irony, sunscreen should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Direct and excessive exposure to sunrays can change the consistency of the sunscreen, which will make it less potent and less effective. Avoid leaving it out in the sun, and if you do it by accident, to guarantee your protection, we would recommend you toss it out and buy a new one.

5. Kids Toys

Toys for kids should never be left outside. Yards are always filled with bacteria, and the bacteria will latch on to the toys, which can cause your children to become sick. Studies have shown that virus-causing bacteria, like Streptococcus pneumonia and Streptococcus pyogenes, can live for hours outside the human body and get attached to objects or surfaces. If your child plays outdoors, always be sure to clean their toys afterward.

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