Dream humidor construction in progress- help?!

[T.G]

From what I've seen, it seems that you can use just about any wood you want for the exterior.

So 60 dollars later I have these 2 pieces of red oak for an exterior... the local Lowe's doesn't sell spanish cedar (surprise) so I will have to find the inlay online...

Anyone care to help me price match square footage of spanish cedar from the online sources you know?

Seriously Guys, thanks for all your help, input and support....

[IMG] Future humi by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

This is his and my first build.... once mine is done I'm sure he'd be open to making another one.... if you are commenting on the pictures in your quote that would be Remo_5_0 's humidor and his buddy... so you'd have to ask him....

So... a few days have past and I NOW have return plans from Darrell,

He envisions a 21" x 22" x 9" monster... His plans might be a little hard to see from the camera, But I am excited...

[IMG] Overall & bottom drawer by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

This Page gives a rough overlook with detail to the bottom drawer that will be used to hold my accessories, cutter, lighters ect...

[IMG] Untitled by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

This Page gives a look at the over all dimensions of the compartments and the height, a rough calculation gives me the estimate of 4158 cubic inches of humidified storage.

[IMG] Joints view by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

This page shows the joints he will be making, the lid, and the different lid styles he is offering me...
As the joints show the sections will stack on top of each other and will allow for future sections to be added if needed...

To all that are keeping up with my build I appreciate your interest and input... anyone who has anything they want to say feel free to give me your opinions...
Darrell is starting on the box construction...
step 2... finding reasonably priced Spanish Cedar Inlay and trays... Thoughts?

Thanks guys and Pleasant Puffs,

Rob

So Darrel has been busy... I am extremely pleased to show the bottom floor of my Humidor... This shows our base the drawer slot and the bottom humidification bay and the grooves that the second and 3 layers will rest on...

So here they are...

[IMG] Bottom View, Drawer & Humidification bay by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG] Drawer Closeup 2 by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG] Groove by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG] Humidification bay by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG] Side view by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

[bighairlogo]

looking like some good progress, cant wait to see more updates

[Shawn hines]

Looking good, I am subscribed.

Originally Posted by Shawn hines

Looking good, I am subscribed.

Thanks Man... I really appreciate your interest in my build. Darrel is still working on my 2nd and 3rd sections and I am hunting down Spanish Cedar to line it... but we will have more pictures in about a week...

Subscriptions = Smiles

[Shawn hines]

Thanks man, Just remember that most of us can't read so we like to look at pretty pictures.

Originally Posted by Shawn hines

Thanks man, Just remember that most of us can't read so we like to look at pretty pictures.

Rest Assured... Ill be posting pics as we complete every step of the way... I used to be just a cigar on an occasion smoker...Then thanks to my neighbor and these forums I am now up to 1-2 cigars a day... This project is an undertaking so that I can improve on that... and have the space to store it all also...

Thanks for your interest Shawn... Ill be sure to provide many pictures....

Rob

[Blak Smyth]

Originally Posted by Shawn hines

Thanks man, Just remember that most of us can't read so we like to look at pretty pictures.

It is true, thanks for the update pics. Looking good so far.

Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

It is true, thanks for the update pics. Looking good so far.

Thanks for dropping in Blak Smyth... more pics will be up this weekend probably...

More pics... a few days sooner then I had expected... Darrel made some more saw dust today...

[IMG] Humidor 013 by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

Here we can see my second layer... The humidification beads will go in the bottom in the 1.5 inch pocket between the base and this layer... when completed this layer will have a Spanish Cedar slatted bottom...

[IMG] Humidor 012 by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

Darrel can sure make some good slots. you can barely make out the seams where these 2 parts will separate...

[IMG] Humidor 011 by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

On top of this section goes one more wall section attached to a lid... Darrel took this picture to show how my drawer will be flush with the front and side faces... We are going to get pop release tracks to run the drawer... so no need for a pull or other hardware...

[IMG] Humidor 010 by Robulous78, on Flickr[/IMG]

My baby as it stands now... Darrel will start on the next 8 inch tall wall that goes on top of it next, followed by the lid... Which means I am getting ever closer to having to find Spanish Cedar without it costing me an arm and a leg... Anyone have suggestions? / Comments? I'd love to hear them...

[squishy]

Looking good for sure there man

Originally Posted by squishy

Looking good for sure there man

Thanks for the encouragement Squishy...

[bighairlogo]

glad to see some progress, its looking good

Originally Posted by bighairlogo

glad to see some progress, its looking good

Thanks Tyler... just another handful of weeks and she'll be mine to take home...

[TJarv]

Looking nice, are you going to put any kind of finish on the wood

Originally Posted by TJarv

Looking nice, are you going to put any kind of finish on the wood

That is where Darrel and I differ... he feels that all the outer hull needs is a few clear coats to accentuate the patterns of the red oak... I on the other hand feel a nice stain and some clear coats are the way to go... I have been looking at a few stains and what not... but if you have any recommendations I'd love to hear them...

[longknocker]

Originally Posted by Robulous78

That is where Darrel and I differ... he feels that all the outer hull needs is a few clear coats to accentuate the patterns of the red oak... I on the other hand feel a nice stain and some clear coats are the way to go... I have been looking at a few stains and what not... but if you have any recommendations I'd love to hear them...

I Personally Like A Strong Sheen. The More Clear Coats, The Better, IMO. The Outside Wood Will Probably Soak That Stain & Clear Coat Up, Big Time! Looking Good, Rob!