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How to prep your humidor?

Started by Seitz55, 02/23/2017 01:42 PM

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Seitz55

02/23/2017 01:42 PM
My humidor came in the mail today and I am not sure on how to prep it. I would appreciate any help, thank you.

nirab

#1
02/23/2017 01:47 PM
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Seitz55

#2
02/23/2017 01:50 PM
I'll take a look at the link thank you

nirab

#3
02/23/2017 02:12 PM
You are very welcome. There is a lot of info out there, and I'm sure you'll get some responses later today from other geeks.  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:
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''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

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Cfickter

#4
02/23/2017 03:05 PM
If you like, PM me your address.  I have a few humidification wipes I can send you
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calvarez

#5
02/27/2017 07:33 PM
Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.

I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.

It's wrong, yet works.
Carlos Alvarez, Peoria, AZ

"I've learned that the taboo subjects -- religion, politics,
philosophy -- can be safely discussed in polite company
when you're holding a fine cigar and a scotch."
  -- Me

nirab

#6
02/27/2017 07:51 PM
Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  9:33 PM

Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.

I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.

It's wrong, yet works.

I believe you believe it's right...so now you can't claim everyone says it's wrong...raining on your parade now brother!!  :biggrin:  :angel:
The Punk Rock Guru of Meditation and Lending a Hand

DON'T believe EVERYTING you THINK...
it's COOL to Be a GEEK!

''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

The Cigar Vault
512-361-3289
in Beeuudaful Buda, Texas!

 

                                                               


Brlesq

#7
02/27/2017 08:32 PM
Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  8:33 PM

Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.

I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.

It's wrong, yet works.

I'm with Carlos on this . . . just don't soak it. Damp, but no puddles!

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calvarez

#8
02/27/2017 08:37 PM
Oh yeah, leave the damp paper towel in here for about a day. After squeezing out excess water.
Carlos Alvarez, Peoria, AZ

"I've learned that the taboo subjects -- religion, politics,
philosophy -- can be safely discussed in polite company
when you're holding a fine cigar and a scotch."
  -- Me

calvarez

#9
02/27/2017 08:41 PM
Quotenirab - 2/27/2017  5:51 PM

Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  9:33 PM

Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.

I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.

It's wrong, yet works.

I believe you believe it's right...so now you can't claim everyone says it's wrong...raining on your parade now brother!!  :biggrin:  :angel:

LOL, but I know what an a-hole I am, so you can't make me believe me.
Carlos Alvarez, Peoria, AZ

"I've learned that the taboo subjects -- religion, politics,
philosophy -- can be safely discussed in polite company
when you're holding a fine cigar and a scotch."
  -- Me

nirab

#10
02/28/2017 08:47 AM
Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  10:41 PM

Quotenirab - 2/27/2017  5:51 PM

Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  9:33 PM

Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.

I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.

It's wrong, yet works.

I believe you believe it's right...so now you can't claim everyone says it's wrong...raining on your parade now brother!!  :biggrin:  :angel:

LOL, but I know what an a-hole I am, so you can't make me believe me.

well, believe you me, I believe you, and you believe me, so you can't help but believe you...me!  :biggrin:
The Punk Rock Guru of Meditation and Lending a Hand

DON'T believe EVERYTING you THINK...
it's COOL to Be a GEEK!

''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

The Cigar Vault
512-361-3289
in Beeuudaful Buda, Texas!

 

                                                               


Vroomp

#11
02/28/2017 12:01 PM

Quotenirab - 2/28/2017  9:47 AM  
Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  10:41 PM  
Quotenirab - 2/27/2017  5:51 PM  
Quotecalvarez - 2/27/2017  9:33 PM  Everyone will say this is wrong.  It probably is.  I've prepped a couple dozen humidors, either for myself or when I build some for friends in my wood shop.  I wipe the hell out of the inside with RO water on a paper towel, close, and set aside.  A few hours later, repeat.  Next day, repeat in the morning and evening.  When that is absorbed on the third day, I put the cigars in.  I've always had them stay at the right humidity right after that.  It's wrong, yet works.
I believe you believe it's right...so now you can't claim everyone says it's wrong...raining on your parade now brother!!  :biggrin:  :angel:
LOL, but I know what an a-hole I am, so you can't make me believe me.
well, believe you me, I believe you, and you believe me, so you can't help but believe you...me!  :biggrin:

 

:confused:   Now my head hurts~!

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calvarez

#12
02/28/2017 12:03 PM
QuoteVroomp - 2/28/2017  10:01 AM
 :confused:   Now my head hurts~!


His post gave me cancer.
Carlos Alvarez, Peoria, AZ

"I've learned that the taboo subjects -- religion, politics,
philosophy -- can be safely discussed in polite company
when you're holding a fine cigar and a scotch."
  -- Me

nirab

#13
02/28/2017 12:11 PM
Quotecalvarez - 2/28/2017  2:03 PM

QuoteVroomp - 2/28/2017  10:01 AM
 :confused:   Now my head hurts~!


His post gave me cancer.

you poor nannies!  :biggrin:  :lmao:
The Punk Rock Guru of Meditation and Lending a Hand

DON'T believe EVERYTING you THINK...
it's COOL to Be a GEEK!

''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

The Cigar Vault
512-361-3289
in Beeuudaful Buda, Texas!

 

                                                               


Seitz55

#14
02/28/2017 12:27 PM
Thanks for all the advice. I am now ready to start adding cigars.??
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