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Toy Display and Storage
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Toy Display and Storage
Stowing Toys and Showcasing Collections
Education Center | Course ID: 070403013
Publication Details
Author: Finn Vortex
Published: 31 July 2025
Updated: 31 July 2025
Duration: 15 Minutes
Executive Summary
Guidelines for storing and displaying toys that balance protection with presentation. Advice from experts and vendors on storage and display options, including special considerations for safeguarding toys.
Protection and Presentation
There are two major philosophies regarding toy storage when not in use: public display and personal discretion. Fisters may have playrooms or display cases where toys are openly showcased, often as a testament to their holes' abilities or their pursuit of hole destruction. Other fisters carefully store toys out of sight, whether out of respect for spouses/housemates, frequent visits from kink shamers, general embarrassment, collection size, or the belief that open display is uncouth or lacking in class.
Putting philosophy aside, other factors regarding toy should be considered:
- UV Degredation | Certain materials will degrade when left in sunlight for extended periods of time.
- Microbial Colonization | Molds can infiltrate toys in moist areas with limited ventilation. Bacterial growth and colonization can be avoided by light and adequate ventialation.
- Chemical Leaching | Chemical degredation has many causes and all toys are at risk. Silicone toys leach dimethicone oil, which may stain other toys or objects. Soft plastics and rubbers may leach plasticizers by direct contact or off-gassing. Plasticizers are responsible for melting many toys.
- Accessibility | Easy access eliminates barriers to playing with toys. Toys stored in hard to reach areas are rarely used.
- Disfiguration | Damage to the phyiscal structure can occur due to chemical interactions, compression, and placement on uneven surfaces.
- Space | Limited space can determine the method and manner in which toys are stored.
- Psychology | Structure and uniformity in display may be necessary for those with high organizational needs, spectrum considerations, or obsessive-complusive disorders.
Figure 1.1: Showers as a Storage Location
Long or short term storage of toys in humid areas such as the shower will typically lead to fungal colonization of the toy.
Display / Exhibition
Presentation Considerations
Optimization
Lighting
Preservation
Cleaning / Residual Stains
Storage
It can take hundreds or thousands of dollars over several years to build a collection of toys suitable for hole conditioning and pleasure delivery. Protecting your toy arsenal through proper storage ensures your toys will be a source of pleasure for many years.
Storage is not as simple as stashing your toys in a sock drawer, a bin under the bed, or in the corner of the shower. Toys are not made of inert materials and special considerations must be taken to avoid damage. Additionally, human factors such as privacy concerns and neurodivergency also determine how toys are stored.
Figure 3.1: Difficulty with Sock Drawers
As your hole advances and your toy sizes and collections grow, storage within a sock drawer is often not an option.
Open Exhibition
When fisters have a playroom, the toy arsenal can be integrated into the visual design. Shelving and trophy cabinets can be used to prominently display insertables that have bases that allow toys to stand independently. Peg boards and high opacity (see through) bins can hold toys that lack bases or have offset centers of gravity that prevent standing independently.
There are a few considerations when displaying toys. They include exposure to harsh lighting and UV rays, dust collection, and chemical leaching, which may result in staining furniture or destroying other toys.
Soft Plastics and Rubbers
Display guidelines include:
- Include ample distance between toys (15 cm [6 inches]) to account for off-gassing.
- Keep your display schematic consistent. Alternating locations can expose toys to plasticizers that have leached onto the shelving from a previous toy.
- Avoid placing these toys near silicone toys.
- Thoroughly clean your display case when altering your established schematic. Allow the case to air out for several days before returning your collection.
- Do not use display cases with doors that limit air circulation.
- Place display cases away from direct sunlight.
Silicone Toys
Display guidelines include:
- Limit the display case or shelf to silicone toys only.
- Segregate platinum-grade silicone from liquid silicone toys in the display case.
- Do not assume your toy is platinum-grade silicone. Most toys on Amazon, Alibaba, and Temu are labled incorrectly and sold under false pretenses. If a vendor suggests storing their toys separately from other platinum-grade silicone toys, it is likely that lesser grade silicone was used for the toy.
- Use hair conditioner or acetone to remove dimethicone stains on shelving. All silicone toys leach silicone oil (dimethicone) which can damage wood and other porous materials.
Figure 3.2: Display Case Segregation
Leaving ample space between toys decreases damage from off-gassing or chemical leaching.
VOCABULARY
Plasticizers
- Noun Chemicals added to firm plastics and rubbers to increase flexibility, elasticity, and pliability.
Concealed Storage
Most fisters keep their toys stored out of view when not in use. The number of toys in a collection and the size of those toys typically prevent storage at the bottom of a sock drawer. Boxes and bins that store nicely within a closet or under the bed are common.
When storing toys together within close proximity, there are a few best practices to follow, including material segregation, individual wraps or bags, and strategic placement to reduces or eliminate pressure injuries.
Soft Plastics and Rubbers
Storage guidelines include:
- Never allow direct contact between toys while in storage.
- Remove vac-u-lock bases prior to long-term storage.
- Wrap toys in thick rags or towels to prevent exposing other toys to chemical leaching and off-gassing.
- Store problematic toys in separate, individual containers.
- Do not store degraded toys (partial melts or indentation scars) with healthy toys.
- Keep storage containers in cool, dark, humid-free areas. Excessive heat and harsh light will hasten degradation.
Silicone Toys
Storage guidelines include:
- Never store silicone toys in the same bin with non-silicone toys.
- Never store silicone toys in a bin previously used for non-silicone toys. Never wrap silicone toys in bags or towels previously used with non-silicone toys.
- Never mix platinum-grade silicone and liquid silicone toys in the same bin.
- Assume nothing about the materials used in silicone toys. Most toys on Amazon, Alibaba, and Temu are labeled incorrectly and sold under false pretenses. If a vendor suggests storing their toys separately from other platinum silicone toys, it is likely that lesser-grade silicone was used for the toy.
Figure 3.4: Burning Sensations Indicate Degradation
Toys that burn your throat or hole when inserted are leaching plasticizers or other chemicals. These toys will expidite degradation in other toys.
Best Practices and Vendor Advice
Vendor Advice For Storing Toys
Most packaging contains suggested care and maintenance routines. The following advice has been retrieved word-for-word from vendor/manufacturer websites.
Category: Storing Toys
Keeping to a few rules your toys will last you for many decades:
- Store clean and dry. Because silicone is non-toxic, it won’t prevent mold from growing on it.
- Stand upright or lay flat without kinks. Clear plastic containers are great for storage. Personally, I purchased several under bed storage drawers and stacked them to create a toy chest in my closet. I simply lay my silicone toys flat inside.
- Store apart from any other non-silicone toys, especially vinyl ones. Using a box or shelf that once stored vinyl toys will also damage silicone. The plasticizers used in them get onto the surface and dissolve the chemical bonds, turning it to goo.
- Using a cloth to wrap them is not recommended. If you still wish to, just be sure to use material made of pure cotton and be ok with it absorbing some oils and staining. Also, use new cloth and not one repurposed from storing vinyl toys as the plasticizers will be in the cloth in enough quantity to still dissolve the silicone.
Vendor: SquarePegToys
Source: Learning Center Q & A | Historical Copy (PDF)
Category: Storing Toys
Blog Excerpt - How to Store Silicone Toys
The following is a manually added section to an AI generated blog article from Hankey's blogs.
If you fancy yourself as a connoisseur of bodacious and orgasmic-enabling sex toys and have your own collection, you need to store them carefully. Sex toys made from materials like silicone, rubber, and TPE can react with each other and may get ruined.
Fortunately, we at Hankey’s Toys only use platinum silicone, which does not damage our toys when placed next to each other. It’s a myth that 100% pure platinum cured silicone toys will melt each other, particularly in the case of high-grade materials like ours. Still, for hygiene purposes, and if you are storing toys from multiple brands in one place (where the silicone may not be platinum silicone), we recommend storing your toys individually.
The remainder of the blog article can be found at: How to Store Silicone Toys
Vendor: Hankey's Toys
Source: Usage and Safety | Historical Copy (PDF) | Blog PDF
Category: Storing Toys
Propper Care of Platinum Silicone Toys®?
Platinum cure Silicone is a very durable material when cared for properly. Following the instructions and advice below will ensure your silicone toys will last, bringing you pleasure for years.
Storage
- Refrain from having Topped Toys come in direct contact with other toys. Contact with less expensive toy materials like urethanes, rubbers, and lower grade silicones can melt, discolour, or damage your toys. The best strategy is to keep each toy individually wrapped in a cotton bag or towel.
- Store your toy on a smooth surface. Avoid sharp objects or uneven surfaces as they may damage your toy or cause indentations.
- Toys should be fully dry before being put away for storage.
- Silicone can be cut by sharp objects or contact with abrasive surfaces. Tears in silicone will make your toy more vulnerable to ripping.
Vendor: Topped Toys
Source: Toy Care Instructions | Historical Copy (PDF)
Category: Storing Toys
Care
Storage
- Clean Thoroughly: Before storing, wash the toys with mild soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly to remove any soap residue.
- Dry Completely: Make sure the toys are completely dry before storing them. Any moisture left on the toys can lead to mold or mildew.
- Use Storage Bags: Store each toy in its own storage bag. Cotton or velvet bags are ideal because they are breathable and help protect the toys from dust and damage.
- Avoid Contact with Other Materials: Silicone toys can sometimes react with other materials, especially other types of silicone or latex. Store them separately to avoid any chemical reactions or damage.
Vendor: Friendly Toys
Source: Learning Center Q & A | Historical Copy (PDF)
Category: Storing Toys
Caring For Your Toys
How shold I look after my toys?
Silicone is a highly durable material but we do have some tips on how to look after your toy.
Keep your silicone toys away from other toys made from cheaper materials (Vinyl, PVC) as these can leach chemicals onto your silicone and have adverse reactions.
Keep your toys away from sharp objects, once silicone is cut or sliced it is prone to tearing.
Try to keep your silicone toys out from under any heavy weights as this can effect the shape of your toy over time.
Vendor: Twisted Beast
Source: Help Centre | Historical Copy (PDF)
Category: Storing Toys
General Toy Care
Silicone is very strong, but is not invincible! In order to ensure the long and useful life of your toy, there's a few things you need to know.
First of all, silicone doesn't like to be bitten or cut by sharp things, and does not react well to abrasion with rough surfaces. This is because tears in silicone make the toy vulnerable to ripping.
Secondly...
Thirdly, silicone is sensitive to the materials used in some low quality toys, for instance those made of Vinyl and similar materials. We always recommend that you store Bad Dragon toys separately from other toys, and do not allow them to come in contact with each other. We have heard many stories of customers leaving other brands of toys in contact with their Bad Dragon toys, and experiencing a wide variety of problems - including breaking down of the silicone, stickiness, leaching of smells and colors, and other undesirable effects.
Please note - we do not take responsibility for any contact-related or negligent damage to our products caused by disregarding these instructions. We do our best to ensure the toys we produce are the best in the world, and made of the finest materials - but due to the nature of silicone (especially softer grades), silicone can sometimes be sensitive to adverse handling or conditions.
Finally, some good-practice tips:
- When storing your toys, try and do so in a way that protects them. Our silicone is incredibly durable, but you should take care not to let them rest on or in chemicals, or anything abrasive. We recommend ziplock bags or clean, dry towels, stored in a location where they will not be squished and are unlikely to have anything spilled on them. Consider investing in a toy box if you have several Bad Dragon toys. Again, make sure to avoid storing them in contact with other brands or types of toys.
Vendor: Bad Dragon
Category: Storing Toys
How should I store my toy?
You will receive a free nylon branded bag to store your toy.
Or alternatively you may store your silicone toy dry & clean in a plastic container to prevent hairs & debris sticking to it. It's always then ready for action when you are!
Store separately away from vinyl toys, the plasticizers used within vinyl can cause the silicone to dissolve.
I've heard silicone toys can melt?
Yes you are correct, keep stored separately using storage bag provided, sometimes a chemical reaction can occur if you store more than one silicone toy that are touching each other.
Vendor: JohnThomasToys
Category: Storing Toys
Toy Storage
- Before the game, you must be clean thoroughly with soap and warm water then either dry them with a clean towel or let them air dry. Our toys have a habit - they hate the detergent but must pay special attention to the gully on their body they also need to wash.
- After you've finished using your toy, it's important to clean it thoroughly. We recommend using soap and warm water for this purpose.
Silicone may have a subtle "tackiness," meaning it may pick up dust and hairs upon contact, but with occasional washing, your toy will stay clean and hygienic.
For surface cleaning:
You will need warm running water, mild soap, and a clean towel.
Use mild antibacterial soap and rub your toy thoroughly under warm running water for a complete wash and rinse. Finally, dry it with a clean towel. Store it after it is dry!
For deep cleaning:
You will need boiling water/a dishwasher and a clean towel.
- For cleaning with boiling water, you can first wash the surface with warm running water and soap, then immerse it in boiling water for a few minutes. Dry it with a clean towel and store it once it is dry.
- If you choose to use a dishwasher for cleaning, ensure your dishwasher has an appropriate sanitizing setting; otherwise, we recommend boiling for disinfection.
In any case, dry the toy with a towel after cleaning and store it dry!
Vendor: Nothosaur
Source: Toy Care | Historical Copy (PDF)
If do not have the packaging and cannot identify the vendor, use soap and water to clean your toy.
Summary of Vendor Advice
A summary compilation of advice includes the following:
Silicone
- Preparation | All vendors suggest washing or sanitizing toys prior to storage to prevent microbial colonization.
- Location | Dry, humid-free locations and storage containers will decrease chances of fungal penetration and growth.
Do not store toys in the shower.
- Containers | If not on display, vendors suggest large plastic bins and wooden boxes. Containers should be free of sharp edges, divits, ridges, and bumps, and should not have been used previously for non-silicone toys.
- Bags & Wraps | Lint-free bags can prevent dust collection.
- Strict Segregation | Every vendor strongly advises against storing non-silicone toys near silicone. Some vendors suggest storing their toys away from any other toys—these vendors typically use lesser grade silicone or non-silicone in their toys.
PVC, Rubber, Latex, Jelly Rubber, Vinyl*
- Dishwasher | Manufacturers strongly discourage dishwasher use.
- Cleaning Agent | Soap and water or specialized soap suggested.
*Includes pseudo-skin products such as CyberSKIN™
Figure X.1: Dishwasher Compatibility
Very specific instructions should be followed when using a dishwasher to sanitize toys to avoid irreversible damage.
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Content Development
The following material is under consideration in the development of this topic:
Objectives
Upon completing this course, the student will be able to:
- Store toys in a manner that extends the life of a toy.
- Debunk myths and misinformation regarding toy maintenance.
- Identify five...
- List two alternatives...
- Recite one etiquette protocol and one standard practice related to...
Note: Objectives should follow instructional design standards and be easily measurable with little ambiguity.
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Outline (Proposed)
- Protection and Presentation
- Display/Exhibition
- Solutions
- Cabinetry
- Open Access Shelving
- Presentation Considerations
- Optimization
- Lighting
- Preservation
- Residual Stains
- Storage
- Solutions
- Concealment
- Selective Exposure
- Storage Considerations
- Preservation
- Accessibility (?)
- Best Practices and Expert Advice
- Vendor Advice for Storing Toys
- Summary of Vendor Advice
- Expert Advice for Storing and Displaying Toys
F2 Resources
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Brain Dump - Staging Area
Hard PVC has less plasticizer making bins safe for storage (of at least silicon and glass)
Maintenance Boxes
Storage considerations: size of toys, size of collection, level of privacy needed
Limitations