Slipcovers

What do you do with your guitar when you are not playing it? Manufacturers rightly point out that the only place to safely put your guitar is in it's case... but isn't that a little like putting slipcovers on the sofa? Where else can you put it? If you are like most people, it will go on a stand. Most manufacturers now guarantee that their stands will not affect Nitro paint... no... they will not reimburse you for damages though (if it does). A lot of guitars out there are still NOT nitro, unless you buy high-end instruments... so stands are generally safe. Even if it is on a safe stand.. is it in direct sunlight? Maybe it's sitting under that heating vent you have in your room. Maybe kitty isn't de-clawed, or fido isn't house trained. How about a wall hanger.. how about California earthquakes? Certainly don't leave it in the car... that is the biggest no-no that everyone agrees on. But I have to ask you... why does that guitar your favorite rock god is playing look so good... answer: probably because it was treated so bad... just don't leave it out in the rain.