3 Things to Know About Storing Extension Cords

Use the over-under looping method Alternate each loop direction—over your hand, then under, then over. This cancels out the twist that causes tangling.

Avoid simple circular wrapping Wrapping a cord in a big circle puts a twist in the wire every loop. Over time, this creates memory in the cable, making it knot itself and straining the insulation and copper inside.

Protect the cord’s lifespan Proper over-under storage prevents internal damage and keeps the cord lying flat when you need it. Most people do this wrong, but it is not complicated.