Awesome! I am definitely look into all the suggeestions that anyone sends. I'm also going to post pics from start to finish. I've made tables and clock cases, but not something in this nature. This is going to be a really cool learning experience!
Thanks JDH!!! I definitely do understand the concept of the larger humidor, everyone. If I think a 50ct is big enough, then I should actually build me a 100ct. That would definitely be a good idea considering the cost is not much more. But I definitely can't make a walk-in. As much as I would love to, I don't have a spare closet. Though I do have a certain set of skills that my grandfather noticed, and molded them to let me be the craftsman I am today. I will definitely shop around for the cedar and the hygrometers. I may even put a glass top on it to let daylight in. I realized, that is a good idea, cause natural light prevents mold, just as much as maintaining the right humidity and temp. Similar concepts in bathrooms without windows.
Thanks JDH!!! I definitely do understand the concept of the larger humidor, everyone. If I think a 50ct is big enough, then I should actually build me a 100ct. That would definitely be a good idea considering the cost is not much more. But I definitely can't make a walk-in. As much as I would love to, I don't have a spare closet. Though I do have a certain set of skills that my grandfather noticed, and molded them to let me be the craftsman I am today. I will definitely shop around for the cedar and the hygrometers. I may even put a glass top on it to let daylight in. I realized, that is a good idea, cause natural light prevents mold, just as much as maintaining the right humidity and temp. Similar concepts in bathrooms without windows.
If you use glass, NEVER put the humidor indirect sunlight. Diffuse natural light is fine, but direct sunlight can overheat your humidor pretty quickly. If you use low e glass, overheating would be reduced dramatically, but I still wouldn't put it near a window or anywhere direct sunlight could strike it. It is best to store your humidor in a cool part of your house - remember - it's best if your cigars can be kept as close to 70 degrees as possible. Some guys even keep them between 62 and 65.
If you are building your own humidor, pay particular attention to making sure it seals tight. Especially at the door or lid. On my smaller humidor (300ct) I use boveda packs (69*). On my cabinet, I use a combination of Moist-n Aire and beads.
Thank you KingoftheCove. I am currently in process of designing my humidor now. The basic shape is simply rectangluar, but I was thinking of making it roughly 18" tall, almost like a small cabinet with sliding trays. The door will have an interlocking seal. When I get the designs finished, I'm going to try and post them.
Here's another one for y'all!!! How hard is it to age cigars the proper way and what is the proper process? Common sense tells me: keep doing what im doing with my current humidor, don't mess with them other than making sure the conditions are correct, and be patient. Is this correct?
From what I understand, it is ideal to have an aging humi, where you put stuff in and do not open it for extended perionds of time. Something about when you open it a lot, the oxygen messes with the oils.
I think your design sounds like it will be a nice humidor. I've thought of making a humidor many times and some day I will build a cabinet, probably a loooooong time from now. Can you post a picture of what your plan is, I'd like to see a before and after shot. Good luck!
I think your design sounds like it will be a nice humidor. I've thought of making a humidor many times and some day I will build a cabinet, probably a loooooong time from now. Can you post a picture of what your plan is, I'd like to see a before and after shot. Good luck!
As soon as I get my designs finished, I will post them. I like woodworking. Its peaceful. Much like a cigar, fishing and a beer. :-) The life is good.
Hey y'all! It's been awhile since I posted anything about making my humidor. I haven't made it yet. I'm having trouble getting ahold of wood in general. Especially the Spanish Cedar. I'm thinking that I'm going to have to use cigar boxes for my liner source. I'll have to do a double layer liner, but it'll be worth it once it complete. I'm on a strict budget. I did manage to take one cigar box and make a cigar case though! I made it for my uncle because he tends to crush a couple here and there. I've got one pic and I'm going to post more. It's my first box of any sort that I've made. I just have to figure out how to post pictures from my cell phone. Lol.
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