Popular Post BTWheezy Posted November 19, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted November 19, 2017 I recently built my first humidor, and am starting to fill it with boxes of cigars. I am using 320g Boveda packs to regulate humidity (which seem to work great). A question for you cigar shamen: when placing a recently purchased box into the humi, what is a typical impact to the relative humidity? Will the boxes absorb humidity, making the Bovedas “work harder” to maintain the desired state? This humi will hold maybe 125-150 sticks. Some details, for anyone who is curious/bored: Peruvian walnut exterior Spanish cedar lining Sugar maple spline joints About 18” x 14” x 10” Hinges were purchased from this box maker guy in the UK...the man is a true artist. Kinda been on a minimalist phase lately, focusing on simple lines, clean function. 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 I recently built my first humidor, and am starting to fill it with boxes of cigars. I am using 320g Boveda packs to regulate humidity (which seem to work great). A question for you cigar shamen: when placing a recently purchased box into the humi, what is a typical impact to the relative humidity? Will the boxes absorb humidity, making the Bovedas “work harder” to maintain the desired state? This humi will hold maybe 125-150 sticks. Some details, for anyone who is curious/bored: Peruvian walnut exterior Spanish cedar lining Sugar maple spline joints About 18” x 14” x 10” Hinges were purchased from this box maker guy in the UK...the man is a true artist. Kinda been on a minimalist phase lately, focusing on simple lines, clean function. Did you season the humidor prior to actually filling w/ cigars? Need at least t days w/ high RH Boveda packs, otherwise your interior wood will eat up moisture from your sticksSent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Did you season the humidor prior to actually filling w/ cigars? Need at least t days w/ high RH Boveda packs, otherwise your interior wood will eat up moisture from your sticksSent from my SM-G950U using TapatalkMeant to say you need at least 5 daysSent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon8716 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Wonderful craftsmanship! Agreed with George, lots of distilled water wipe down with a clean sponge, come back once dry and repeat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Yes, seasoning occurred. Coincidentally, it was my quest for seasoning knowledge that led me to FoH in the first place. Turns out some guy named “Pig”has a few thoughts on the topic?? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nekhyludov Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Beautiful work @BTWheezy! Very nicely done. In response to your question, my experience is that if the humidor environment is stable, adding a box won't have any significant impact unless the box is very dry or has lots of packaging around it (e.g. exterior cardboard box, etc.). I usually see more of a humidity dip just from having the door/lid open for a few minutes while I play tetris. Should bounce back pretty quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Yes, seasoning occurred. Coincidentally, it was my quest for seasoning knowledge that led me to FoH in the first place. Turns out some guy named “Pig”has a few thoughts on the topic?? Good on you to find a source. Only you know how effectively your interior wood was seasoned, my suspicion is not enough, before you rcvd it ( typical, not a knock on your vendor ) so using a sponge to wipe down is not usually a good idea: too much, too soon, not enough retention, and warp-inducing. Better to do it slow and easy. Another thing I suggest: put some young and funky sticks in as the 1st load of smokes, then take them out before dropping in your choice smokes!Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelcity Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 That’s sharp looking. Could be your new side gig??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean3 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Very nice indeed...well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 @Georgebrightman I’m comfortable with the seasoning of the Spanish cedar prior to construction. I let it acclimate in my wood shop for a few weeks (OK, I was busy with work and family) before building the humi. I live in the Pacific NW, and average humidity is in the 60-70% range, with the normal swings you’d expect. Also, been working with wood for decades, and learned early on that wood needs to find its balance before building something. Thanks for the “young and funky sticks” tip. Err on the side of caution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarryNY Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 gorgeous humidor great workmanship...BUT how are you going to store "boxes" in an 18" x 14" x 10"? LOL... or are you taking them out of their shipping box....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 [mention=24465]Georgebrightman[/mention] I’m comfortable with the seasoning of the Spanish cedar prior to construction. I let it acclimate in my wood shop for a few weeks (OK, I was busy with work and family) before building the humi. I live in the Pacific NW, and average humidity is in the 60-70% range, with the normal swings you’d expect. Also, been working with wood for decades, and learned early on that wood needs to find its balance before building something. Thanks for the “young and funky sticks” tip. Err on the side of caution. Glad to hear it: I could tell by your pix that you know your way around the shop. My compliments on the work, BTW. One more thought : always remove any extraneous packaging, except cedar wraps, and uncap any tubes you may have. Don't humidify cardboard or dress box materials! Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 [mention=24465]Georgebrightman[/mention] I’m comfortable with the seasoning of the Spanish cedar prior to construction. I let it acclimate in my wood shop for a few weeks (OK, I was busy with work and family) before building the humi. I live in the Pacific NW, and average humidity is in the 60-70% range, with the normal swings you’d expect. Also, been working with wood for decades, and learned early on that wood needs to find its balance before building something. Thanks for the “young and funky sticks” tip. Err on the side of caution. I almost forgot-- one other question regarding the interior: is that a different wood for the inside of the lid? Appears to be a different grain/color than the Spanish cedar cave & tray. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 @BarryNY Two answers: First, I lean towards the smaller formats anyway, due to time constraints. And secondly, I’m building a larger one to accommodate larger (and more) boxes. It’s a smoky hamster wheel we are on! More, more, more! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck14 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Just get a big bowl of DISTILLED water and put it in the bottom of the humi for 72 hours. I am not a fan of wiping down the wood with water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 @Georgebrightman Nah, it’s all Spanish cedar. Just the light and the angle. But looking at it now, it sure does look like cherry or similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SignalJoe Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Beautiful work, I appreciate the modern minimalist look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 [mention=24465]Georgebrightman[/mention] Nah, it’s all Spanish cedar. Just the light and the angle. But looking at it now, it sure does look like cherry or similar. That was my guess, glad to know I was wrong. Nice work all around. Be sure to show us all your progress on the next unit. And good luck with bringing your new baby on line...remember, slower is better, always best to think long run, not short term. When you start to smell tobacco, not cedar, the moment you lift the lid, you are winning the battle. That's one of the reasons I suggest getting some oily, smelly, young & funky sticks to release their aroma into virgin wood.Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarryNY Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 2 hours ago, Georgebrightman said: That was my guess, glad to know I was wrong. Nice work all around. Be sure to show us all your progress on the next unit. And good luck with bringing your new baby on line...remember, slower is better, always best to think long run, not short term. When you start to smell tobacco, not cedar, the moment you lift the lid, you are winning the battle. That's one of the reasons I suggest getting some oily, smelly, young & funky sticks to release their aroma into virgin wood. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk George....."oily".........."smelly"........"funky"...........and a...... "young".........."virgin"........... Sounds like you are in the porn business............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 George....."oily".........."smelly"........"funky"...........and a...... "young".........."virgin"........... Sounds like you are in the porn business.............Ha ha...maybe I should look into that! Really just wanted to emphasize that seasoning the humidor with actual leaf is the way to go!Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 20, 2017 Author Share Posted November 20, 2017 @BarryNY Are we still talking about a possible side business for me? ? Not sure there’s much of a market for middle aged white guys in that line of work... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 [mention=29951]BarryNY[/mention] Are we still talking about a possible side business for me? Not sure there’s much of a market for middle aged white guys in that line of work...Except Ron Jeremy had quite a run ?Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted November 20, 2017 Author Share Posted November 20, 2017 My wife just rolled her eyes and says “Don’t quit your day job.” #ouch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin_F Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Great looking Humidor. Really like the light colored spline joints. Getting ready to build my first Humidor here. Well actually a buddy of mine is the woodworker and I'm coming up with the design. Hopefully it comes out half as nice as yours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgebrightman Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Great looking Humidor. Really like the light colored slime joints. Getting ready to build my first Humidor here. Well actually a buddy of mine is the woodworker and I'm coming up with the design. Hopefully it comes out half as nice as yours!Good luck on your project. Nothing is more important than a proper humidor, if you want to get the best out of your investment in great sticks!Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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