HELP. I can't get consistency in my Humi.

[bobarian]

Originally Posted by BHalbrooks

Oh I don't need a puck, and the gel beads? Interesting! I did the flip test. Needless to say I need to get some silicone... How would I seal the front hole where the hygrometer goes? It had a small leak. The glass was pretty bad though.

Looking at your original picture, I see five different types of humidification. Does the puck have a sponge or beads inside? If they are beads and you used your "Cigar Juice"(propylene glycol) to moisten them, then I am going to suggest you check the directions for the puck. Beads and gel should only be moistened with distilled water. PG solution will clog the pores of beads and render them useless.

Calibrate your hygrometer using the salt test shown in the stickies in the accessories forum.

Seal your humidor following Scott's suggestions or follow the thread in the accessories forum.

Choose one form of humidification. FWIW most of us here use either Scott's beads or heartfeltindustries.com beads. 1oz should be more than enough for that size humidor, but there is a calculator on the heartfelt site that will give you an idea of the amount needed.