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Cigar smokers, I have a question about seasoning a new humidor
Posted on 5/19/15 at 3:46 pm
Posted on 5/19/15 at 3:46 pm
Not sure if it matters but it's a small humidor (35-50 capacity).
I know to use distilled water. I've watched a few YouTube videos and I have a question about which method I should use:
1) the method involving physically coating the cedar lining with distilled water using a new sponge or lint-free cloth. I'd compare this method to "staining" the wood. This seems to be less time consuming.
2) filling a small glass with distilled water and placing it in the humidor once a day for a week or so and letting the wood absorb the water the slow way.
Is either of these methods really better than than the other?
I know to use distilled water. I've watched a few YouTube videos and I have a question about which method I should use:
1) the method involving physically coating the cedar lining with distilled water using a new sponge or lint-free cloth. I'd compare this method to "staining" the wood. This seems to be less time consuming.
2) filling a small glass with distilled water and placing it in the humidor once a day for a week or so and letting the wood absorb the water the slow way.
Is either of these methods really better than than the other?
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Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:01 pm to sorantable
I'd skip that, fill it with cigars & a thermometer/hygrometer to start & check in 24 hours.
Most of the time I've found I don't need any type of humidification; but, I like mine a bit dryer, as recommended for Habanos. So, as always, ymmv...
Most of the time I've found I don't need any type of humidification; but, I like mine a bit dryer, as recommended for Habanos. So, as always, ymmv...
This post was edited on 5/19/15 at 4:03 pm
Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:03 pm to Sancho Panza
Yea, I figure 65% would be ideal. I live in the Mississippi Delta so it's humid as hell most of the time. Definitely don't to overdo it.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:05 pm to sorantable
Yep 65% ideal; I grew up in Greenville...
Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:09 pm to sorantable
Smoking is so 20th century
Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:12 pm to Sancho Panza
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Yep 65% ideal; I grew up in Greenville...
Posted on 5/19/15 at 4:13 pm to sorantable
I doubt you'll need one for these...
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