should I wipe the humi with distilled water ?

[Ewan154]

Hi,
My new humidor came today. I'm try to set up. Just wondering if I shoudl [SIZE=2]wipe the interior of the humidor with[/SIZE][SIZE=2] distilled water? [/SIZE]

[snkbyt]

Originally Posted by Ewan154

Hi,
My new humidor came today. I'm try to set up. Just wondering if I shoudl [SIZE=2]wipe the interior or your humidor with[/SIZE][SIZE=2] distilled water? [/SIZE]

yes always use distilled water

[bazookajoe]

You can, but it's not necessary. You can also put a small dish of distilled water in there. It just depends on how much of a hurry you are in. Just make sure the humi is stable when you put your cigars in. A few extra days of seasoning will pay off in the long run.

[gefell]

Just dont use too much water when you wipe it down !

[Ewan154]

Thanks for all the replies If I do wipe the humi down with distilled water-will it [SIZE=2]ruin the wood?


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[Blueface]

You can do it and some folks do but I would recommend you don't.
Let a humidifier sit in there until seasoned.
Don't rush it.
If you want to speed it up a bit, take a small remekin and add water and a sea sponge.
However, just remember, good things come to those that wait.
Be patient.

[joed]

Originally Posted by Ewan154

Thanks for all the replies If I do wipe the humi down with distilled water-will it [SIZE=2]ruin the wood?


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If you use too much water it can cause the spanish cedar liner to warp or grow mold. If you don't use something that is lint free, you can leave deposit/residue on the wood, which is also not good.

Remember - use the water sparingly, keep the wood clean and above all, don't be in too much of a hurry.

Patience is key. I have set up too many humidors in my time - I now just put a small saucer of distilled water inside and wait until it settles in. It takes a lot longer in the winter than it does in the summer.

[Ewan154]

Thanks for the reply. Does anyone have a good newbie quide to setting up a new [SIZE=2]humidor?[/SIZE]

[NCRadioMan]

Originally Posted by Ewan154

Thanks for the reply. Does anyone have a good newbie quide to setting up a new [SIZE=2]humidor?[/SIZE]

Yep. The advanced search funtion here at CS.

Search for "seasoning" in post titles.

[RPB67]

Originally Posted by Blueface

You can do it and some folks do but I would recommend you don't.
Let a humidifier sit in there until seasoned.
Don't rush it.
If you want to speed it up a bit, take a small remekin and add water and a sea sponge.
However, just remember, good things come to those that wait.
Be patient.

Don't wipe it down. Why rush perfection. If you season it slowly you will never have a problem in the long run.

What is an extra day or two.

[Junior]

You could also cause the wood to form little splinters, and have a rough texture if you wipe it down. Just put the water in a bowl like others have said and you will be fine. I was in a hurry with mine and heated the water before putting it in there. It didn't work any better than just adding it.

[Ewan154]

Thanks for the replies everyone

[bhudson57]

I think where the problems come in is using too wet of a rag when wiping it down. Be certain the rag is damp only. I've found it accomplishes 2 things: 1. Helps to season it, but honestly if done right, not by very much 2. Removes leftover sawdust. You'd be amazed at how much you pickup when you wipe it down. I've found the more expensive the humi, the less dust, btw.

[avid toker]

lots of good advice given already. never wipe down a humi. shallow dish of distilled water to let the wood slowly absorb the humidity. once it reaches 70% or more and holds steady, then introduce your cigars.

be sure to calibrate your hygrometer.....enjoy your new humi!

[Ewan154]

Thanks for the advice

At the moment the hygrometer is showing 90

What's the best way to calibrate the hygrometer? it that wil the salt test?