Any advice on how to lower the humidity in my humidor, my top section is reading around 83 and I would like to lower it to around 65-73,
thanks for advice
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open it up and let the moisture out. since you mention sections you may just want to add a small fan to circulate the humidity throughout.
to seriously answer it helps to know
-what type of humidifier are you using
-what type of humidor(drawers, cabinet and size)
-what type of hygrometer and has it been checked lately
-are you using distilled water or a 70/70 solution
to seriously answer it helps to know
-what type of humidifier are you using
-what type of humidor(drawers, cabinet and size)
-what type of hygrometer and has it been checked lately
-are you using distilled water or a 70/70 solution
Also if you have some cedar from cigar boxes or around a cigar that are dry they will slowly absorb the moisture and lower the rh. Be careful leaving the lid open too long as you will lose too much and they be trying to find a way to bring it back up. Also so the info RMPD109 is looking for will help for a more accurate solution.
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it is the humidifier that came with my humidor here is a picture of the little rascal:
[img=left]http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c343/perrydoyle/cigars/P1010571.jpg[/img]
Humidor has a top lockable shelf with three lower shelves that do not lock (can be seen here: http://www.cigarhumidors-online.com/cig ... nlarge.htm)
dimensions: 18" W x 10-1/2" D x 13 1/4" H
electronic hygrometer checked two months ago, one percent off.
distilled water
another concern of mine is that there is some mold growing on a few cigars (opus x's and anejo shark) and I'm wondering if this is due to the high humidity levels and what do you do if a cigar is moldy...is still smokeable or at least salvageable?
[img=left]http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c343/perrydoyle/cigars/P1010571.jpg[/img]
Humidor has a top lockable shelf with three lower shelves that do not lock (can be seen here: http://www.cigarhumidors-online.com/cig ... nlarge.htm)
dimensions: 18" W x 10-1/2" D x 13 1/4" H
electronic hygrometer checked two months ago, one percent off.
distilled water
another concern of mine is that there is some mold growing on a few cigars (opus x's and anejo shark) and I'm wondering if this is due to the high humidity levels and what do you do if a cigar is moldy...is still smokeable or at least salvageable?
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dont want to seem annoying but I'm really concerned about this and I would really appreciate any advice
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Kelvin's House
Well take the advice from above 65% Beads.
What is the temp in the Humidor. As the temp rises so will the Rh.
Remove the Humidity source, Add some old cigar boxes or cedar if possible.
What is the temp in the Humidor. As the temp rises so will the Rh.
Remove the Humidity source, Add some old cigar boxes or cedar if possible.
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I've removed the humidity source but I either dont understand what you mean by old cigar boxes or I just dont have any and I also was curious about why 70 seems to be the universal humidity, I understand 65-68 is better burn (or so I've heard) and I'm also still curious about the mold issue
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Kelvin's House
Ok,
Old cigar boxes is just that, or better yet and empty cigar box. It is just for the spanish cedar, It will soak up the extra moisture in the air.
I think the 70% Rh is over rated. I think it need so be 65 tops. I have found that cigars just taste and burn better at that RH. I am sure there is some science behind it just don't know what it is. Just experience.
Mold is pretty simple. It likes to grow in a warm damp environment. If the temp is much above 70 you are risking a beetle problem as well as making a great place for mold to grow.
Old cigar boxes is just that, or better yet and empty cigar box. It is just for the spanish cedar, It will soak up the extra moisture in the air.
I think the 70% Rh is over rated. I think it need so be 65 tops. I have found that cigars just taste and burn better at that RH. I am sure there is some science behind it just don't know what it is. Just experience.
Mold is pretty simple. It likes to grow in a warm damp environment. If the temp is much above 70 you are risking a beetle problem as well as making a great place for mold to grow.
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beetle problem...that sounds delightful...aside from a wine cooler and ac (better ac system is financially impossible right now) what kind've options do I have for cooling it aside from ice packs :wink:
Keep it away from sunlight, direct sunlight is the worst. I have my humi's in my bedroom closet which is dark and helps keep it cool. So basiclly look for the coolest place in your house. And I am not sure but is that mold on the credo? Pic is blury but the credo looks discolored should be a very bright green.
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perrydoyle said:beetle problem...that sounds delightful...aside from a wine cooler and ac (better ac system is financially impossible right now) what kind've options do I have for cooling it aside from ice packs :wink:
The floor...this will be a few degrees cooler than the thermostat on the wall...in the old farmhouse I live in, b4 i got my fridge, I had to utilize that temperature difference. Basements, basement floors, etc...the lowest part of the house.
Here's why I stress that few degrees difference could be important...
http://cigar.ambackforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=52015