How do I store my gobos?

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Proper storage helps protect your gobos and ensures consistent, high-quality projections over time.

Best practices for storing gobos

  • Keep them clean and dry
    Store gobos in a dry environment to prevent moisture, corrosion (for metal), or spotting (for glass).

  • Use protective cases or sleeves
    Store gobos in dedicated cases, envelopes, or sleeves to prevent scratching, bending, or chipping.

  • Handle by the edges
    Especially for glass gobos, avoid touching the surface to prevent fingerprints or damage to coatings.

  • Separate and label them
    Organize gobos individually and label them clearly to make identification easy and avoid stacking damage.

  • Avoid extreme temperatures
    Keep gobos away from excessive heat or rapid temperature changes, which can warp metal or stress glass.

Material-specific tips

  • Steel gobos

    • Durable, but can bend if stored loosely
    • Best kept flat in compartments or cases

  • Glass gobos

    • More fragile—store in padded containers
    • Avoid stacking without protection to prevent scratching or breakage