What should never be stored permanently in the basement are highly flammable substances. In addition to petrol, this also includes:
- paints
- Paints with solvents
- disinfectant
- oils such as motor oil
In most cases it is even forbidden by the house rules to store it in the basement. The reason for this is the high fire hazard of these substances. Even the storage of firewood can therefore be regulated in the rental agreement.
Also explosive compressed air tanks and gas cylinders must therefore not be stored in the basement. A maximum of 20 liters in the cellar also applies to flammable liquids.
When storing food such as potatoes, boiled or pickled food, you must ensure that everything is well sealed. It should be prevented that vermin and rats are attracted to it.