Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) - Page 24

Eros · 01-26-2012, 08:58 AM

Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

Blak Smyth · 01-26-2012, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Eros

Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

There really isnt a wrong way to do it. Don't be affraid to experiment. I remember not long ago I was asking all these same questions. You receive a few different answers but basicaly it all comes down to what works for you. I wipe the inside of the wood with distilled water and put a small dish with distilled water on the inside. Make sure it is distilled!

MurphysLaw · 01-26-2012, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Eros

Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

I've followed the instructions in this thread and always had good results. Sticky: Properly Seasoning a New Humidor

Eros · 01-26-2012, 11:29 AM

So I went with the wipe down method and the sponge retained most of the moisture on the third wipe down which should mean the humidor isn't absorbing as much moisture. Now I'm supposed to wait 24 hours. Should I place the beads in now, or after I wait?

mase · 01-26-2012, 11:45 AM

Someone told me that he stores his cigars in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. To the best of my knowledge he is not using any humidification device. Can anyone help me understand why he might do this?

I understand the cold would keep any beetle eggs from hatching. I doubt the drawer would keep consistent humidity.

galaga · 01-26-2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mase

Someone told me that he stores his cigars in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. To the best of my knowledge he is not using any humidification device. Can anyone help me understand why he might do this?

I understand the cold would keep any beetle eggs from hatching. I doubt the drawer would keep consistent humidity.

Because he doesn't know how to store cigars??? If you try it, I would use a cigar I wouldn't mind dehydrating. I suspect the cigar would dry out rather quickly.

mase · 01-26-2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by galaga

Because he doesn't know how to store cigars??? If you try it, I would use a cigar I wouldn't mind dehydrating. I suspect the cigar would dry out rather quickly.

I wasn't planning on trying it. It's kind of strange because he had been using a humidor. He bought a box or two of cigars and started putting them in the vegetable drawer. I wonder where he got this idea or advice.

galaga · 01-26-2012, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mase

I wasn't planning on trying it. It's kind of strange because he had been using a humidor. He bought a box or two of cigars and started putting them in the vegetable drawer. I wonder where he got this idea or advice.

If he was trying to kill beetles, he would have to freeze the cigars. There are threads on the board with advice for freezing.

CigarNut · 01-26-2012, 12:18 PM

It probably does keep a fairly constant humidity, but in all likelihood it is a lower humidity than would be desirable for cigars...

Eros · 01-26-2012, 07:03 PM

My seasoning is going fairly well. The humidity is dropping steadily from the 84 it was at about 1:00. But I think I have a bad seal. Did the dollar bill/paper test and what not. Are there any good remedies? Sorry if there is a thread on this already. I'm new to discussion boards:/

icehog3 · 01-26-2012, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Eros

My seasoning is going fairly well. The humidity is dropping steadily from the 84 it was at about 1:00. But I think I have a bad seal. Did the dollar bill/paper test and what not. Are there any good remedies? Sorry if there is a thread on this already. I'm new to discussion boards:/

Silicone.

I just typed "Seal" in the search box, "thread titles only", and saw a half dozen threads that can help you.

Eros · 01-26-2012, 07:48 PM

Lastly, I hope, about how long does it take for low humidity to ruin cigars? If I place my cigars in the humidor, with 65 rh beads, and it drops to like 62 or even 60, roughly how long do I have to fix the humidity before all hell breaks loose?

Newbie_nick · 01-26-2012, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Eros

Lastly, I hope, about how long does it take for low humidity to ruin cigars? If I place my cigars in the humidor, with 65 rh beads, and it drops to like 62 or even 60, roughly how long do I have to fix the humidity before all hell breaks loose?

Actually, some folks prefer their sticks at 60 Rh! Its a personal preference thing....

As far as damaging cigars from low humidity, I don't think that they can get hurt. If you discover that your humidity is too low, recharge your humidifier and let the sticks "soak" for several days to a couple of weeks to stabilize. They will be fine...

NCRadioMan · 01-26-2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Eros

Lastly, I hope, about how long does it take for low humidity to ruin cigars? If I place my cigars in the humidor, with 65 rh beads, and it drops to like 62 or even 60, roughly how long do I have to fix the humidity before all hell breaks loose?

Take a breath, bro. You are worrying way too much! Cigars are much more resilient and tougher than you obviously think. 60% will not adversely affect your cigars if you kept them there permanently, as I do. I know some that keep their cigars as low as 55% and they are fine.

So, sit back, relax and have a cigar.

Eros · 01-28-2012, 11:14 AM

I just added the rest of my cigars to my humidor which obviously caused to rh to drop. It was sitting steady around 64 with my 65 rh beads. It is now down to 56. I know that's not awful but I'd like to get it back up to the 63-65 range. So I added one of those humicare pillows to act as a catalyst along with the beads. Once it reaches the lower 60's I plan on taking to pillow out. Good idea? Bad idea?

pnoon · 01-28-2012, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Eros

I just added the rest of my cigars to my humidor which obviously caused to rh to drop. It was sitting steady around 64 with my 65 rh beads. It is now down to 56. I know that's not awful but I'd like to get it back up to the 63-65 range. So I added one of those humicare pillows to act as a catalyst along with the beads. Once it reaches the lower 60's I plan on taking to pillow out. Good idea? Bad idea?

It's neither.
I would just leave the beads in there and let them do their job. It takes time. This hobby requires patience. Cigars are resilient. Many of us have cigars shipped from overseas with no humidification for days and sometimes weeks. Cigars at 56 RH and rising will be just fine.

Patience, Grasshopper.

Eros · 01-28-2012, 11:48 AM

I don't know why i'm so anxious about it. My friend told me that cigars would dry out in like 1 day if the humidity dropped below the ideal 70%. So of course I believed him.

pnoon · 01-28-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Eros

I don't know why i'm so anxious about it. My friend told me that cigars would dry out in like 1 day if the humidity dropped below the ideal 70%. So of course I believed him.

You're friend is full of baloney.
Cigars will not dry out in a day.
While some folks prefer 70% RH, many also prefer mid and even low 60s.
70% as the "ideal" RH is bogus.

01-28-2012, 11:50 AM

Is the humidor at Sam's club for $60 a good deal? It looks nice, but this would be my first humidor. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.

chippewastud79 · 01-28-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by JDee

Is the humidor at Sam's club for $60 a good deal? It looks nice, but this would be my first humidor. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.

Probably not. Do you have a link or picture?

Try an online vendor with a good reputation, you may find better deals that may even include some cigars.

01-26-2012, 08:58 AM	#1
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

01-26-2012, 11:29 AM	#4
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) So I went with the wipe down method and the sponge retained most of the moisture on the third wipe down which should mean the humidor isn't absorbing as much moisture. Now I'm supposed to wait 24 hours. Should I place the beads in now, or after I wait?

01-26-2012, 11:45 AM	#5
mase Undead Recruiter Join Date: Sep 2011 First Name: Kevin Location: The city that works....against you Posts: 845 Trading: (9)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Someone told me that he stores his cigars in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. To the best of my knowledge he is not using any humidification device. Can anyone help me understand why he might do this? I understand the cold would keep any beetle eggs from hatching. I doubt the drawer would keep consistent humidity. __________________

01-26-2012, 12:18 PM	#9
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01-26-2012, 07:03 PM	#10
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) My seasoning is going fairly well. The humidity is dropping steadily from the 84 it was at about 1:00. But I think I have a bad seal. Did the dollar bill/paper test and what not. Are there any good remedies? Sorry if there is a thread on this already. I'm new to discussion boards:/

01-26-2012, 07:48 PM	#12
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Lastly, I hope, about how long does it take for low humidity to ruin cigars? If I place my cigars in the humidor, with 65 rh beads, and it drops to like 62 or even 60, roughly how long do I have to fix the humidity before all hell breaks loose?

01-28-2012, 11:14 AM	#15
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I just added the rest of my cigars to my humidor which obviously caused to rh to drop. It was sitting steady around 64 with my 65 rh beads. It is now down to 56. I know that's not awful but I'd like to get it back up to the 63-65 range. So I added one of those humicare pillows to act as a catalyst along with the beads. Once it reaches the lower 60's I plan on taking to pillow out. Good idea? Bad idea? __________________ ~Men talk of killing time, while time quietly kills them.~

01-28-2012, 11:48 AM	#17
Eros Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 47 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I don't know why i'm so anxious about it. My friend told me that cigars would dry out in like 1 day if the humidity dropped below the ideal 70%. So of course I believed him. __________________ ~Men talk of killing time, while time quietly kills them.~

01-28-2012, 11:50 AM	#19
JDee Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Is the humidor at Sam's club for $60 a good deal? It looks nice, but this would be my first humidor. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.