This thread has evolved from an opinonated yes/no to a personal tale of how we keep our decks!
It's very intresting to hear about everyone experiences and Ideas about deck care.
I only have one deck, I bought 2 bandanas to use as covers for them shortly after it was given to me. I don't know how long my boss had them, but I've seen the deck lying around our office for about a year and a half before i got them.
My wiccan friend told me to burn incents to cleanse them. So I did, and the deck now has a special place on a shelf in my room, same place I have motorcycle's first windshield/emblem, and also the same place where I have my dagger collection.
I don't intend to be a deck collector so I guess this works for me. Plus there isnt anyone around to mess it up. I agree with what others have said, the conditions of your home do play a heavy part in how you keep/care for your deck(s).
Each to his own I suppose....