Tobacco

I'm looking at different models of digital hygrometers and it says that most of them are made for cigar humidors. Would this also work for measuring the humidity in a room? I'd like to keep tabs on the humidity of my basement!

Sure it will work. Just keep in mind that the sampling area, or should I say, volume, will be relatively small.

2008-12-10 12:54:59 by Andy B

How do I get it down to 70%?

Thanks,
Brian
Its analog and has been running fine. I just added some more cigars to it and noticed over the last few days it went up to 80%. I have add the SOLUTION they sell and have used to get it to 70% since I got this humidor last year.

If it's an analog Hygrometer first make sure it's calibrated right

http://www.bcspecialties.com/cigarasp/hygcal.asp

http://www.humidor-guide.com/hygrometer-calibrating-4-1.php3

It may not really be 80%, but if it is calibrated or if it's digital I'd leave the lid open for awhile till it dried out a bit and maybe look into getting a new Humidifier.

The humidifier is supposed to be able to not only humidify the humidor but it should be able to suck up the excess humidity too.

Good luck!

edit: Not sure, maybe the humidifier got a bit over saturated? I'd probably pull out the humidifier and wait for it to go down.

2008-06-28 13:19:08 by gocubbies80

Im a semi-novice cigar smoker that decided with the cost of everything rising, it would be best to buy in bulk. Hence my decision to buy a humidifier over the internet. However, it came with no instructions. I figure you just soak the humidifier part in water then attach it to the cover but, what should the proper reading of the hygrometer be?

The ideal humidity in a humidor is around 65-75%. The more empty space, the more readily the humidity will drop. This level of humidity supports an even burning of the cigar. At a relative humidity level of 70%, and a temperature of 64°F the air contains approximately 10 grams of water per cubic meter of air. In such an environment, the cigar should absorb the ideal rate of humidity of 14% of its weight.
Just as important is the temperature inside the humidor A temperature of 65-75F is considered ideal. At lower temperatures, below 54F the desired aging process of the cigars is impaired. Therefore, cold wine cellars are only suitable for cigar storage to a limited extent. Even worse are high temperatures. when a constant temperature of 80 degrees F is maintained, you can invite worm infestation and cigar rotting. For this reason, the humidor should not be exposed to direct sun light.

The most often used material is the inexpensive green foam found in the bottom of flower arrangements at the florist. This is extremely effective because of it's superior ability to retain moisture.When first using your cigar humidifier, I recommend you thoroughly moisten it with a propylene glycol solution, often referred to as humidification solution. This is made up of 50% propylene glycol and 50% distilled water.
Let the solution be thoroughly absorbed before turning it over and gently shaking out any excess. Wipe dry and place in humidor.
The humidification solution will help prevent growth of bacteria and allow you to better regulate the environment.
Do not use this solution more than once every 3-6 months. A good rule of thumb is to use it only when you have a dramatic change in seasonal temperatures.
Excess use will result in a diminished capacity of your humidifier to properly maintain its environment.
Normal maintenance of your cigar humidor is done by adding only distilled water. Regular water has too many minerals and will choke your humidifier, eventually making it useless.

I personally use the Diamond Crown and Oasis humidifiers.
Higher quality but well worth it if you have any money wrapped up in your sticks.
PS: DONT trust an analog hygrometer (often considered by most as for an asthetic appearance to their humidors - Digital is more accurate and monitors temp and humidity)

2008-06-06 12:26:48 by AH SHIIII...

I am a new cigar smoker and am looking at this humidor http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/search/humstats.cfm/inum/16083 and i notice that it does not come with a hygrometer. does it really need it? and also how long will my cigars last in this box? and also is this a good one for the price? please help me if you can.

If it works for your quantity requirements, it will work for keeping your sticks. Its a good price for what it is.
To best keep your cigars, you should consider getting a hygrometer. I recommend digital as they are more accurate than the more decorative and less accurate analog.
If you keep your cigars stored in an approximate climate of 70 deg F with 70% humidity (give and take a few digits in each direction) your cigars will last indefinately. I have a couple of sticks that are 20 yrs old and still smokable thanks to proper storage.
Be sure to properly season your humidor per manufacturers instructions (very, very, VERY important).
For about $40.00 you can get a humi with a little larger capacity and hygrometer with humidification system (I always upgrade both to digital hygrometer and a Diamond Crown humidification system) Be sure to used distilled water!
Great choice going with Famous........ They have gr8 pricing and an awesome online cigar auction (I get a lot of my sticks from auction)

2008-03-24 16:43:00 by smerta13

My hygrometer is reading about 77%, and I know it should be closer to 68-72%. I don't know how to make it lower though.

<>First make sure that you hygrometer is accurate. Wet a towel and wrap your hygrometer in it check it after about 30 minutes it should read around 98-100% humidity. If the hygrometer is O.K. Then open the lid of the humidor for a day or two to let things dry a little. Good Luck.

2007-06-04 19:57:51 by Stephen B

Both hygrometers are reading 78-79 humidity.

Is this Bad?
Will that amount of humidity ruin my cigars?
What is the best way to bring my humidor to an optimum level of humidity?
What is the best humidity reading to have in a humidor?

That is incredibly high for cigars. With the humidity that high, you risk having your cigars get soggy and go moldy. This will ruin your sticks. I would start by removing any of the humidification devices you have in your humidor. You may even want to leave the lid open for a couple of hours to help it dry out a bit. Once the Humidity gets back to around 65% Humidity, you can start by adding the humidification devices back into your humidor. Be careful when you fill them. It's better to add small amounts of distilled water a couple of times than overshoot it and ruin your sticks. Good Luck.

2008-10-28 16:10:38 by Celebrity Dude