Got an "instrument corner" in the sitting room containing the 3 guitars and violin. Walls on 2 sides, and a sofa and table on the 3rd side, so they're not in the way and they're not going to fall over. And I never buy anything that's so precious it can't stand a bit of use - an instrument's for using, not for locking away in a cupboard, and if it's locked away then you'll rarely play it which defeats the whole point of having it.

Although in the UK, nearly all houses have central heating, so sudden changes in temperature aren't a big deal. Is this rare in the US? Do some ppl still have a fireplace in every room to heat the house?

Grab.