What is humidor solution used for?
What is humidor solution used for?
Xikar Humidor Solution – Pre-Mixed Propylene Glycol Xikar humidification solution is a conveniently pre-mixed propylene glycol solution that maintains the desired relative humidity of cigar humidors at 70%. The liquid is easy to use, simply pour the desired amount into the humidifier.
How do I make a humidor solution?
Distilled water and propylene glycol (also called 50/50 solution) are best for your humidor because they are free of the harmful bacteria and impurities that create mold. You can pick up a gallon of distilled water at the supermarket or convenience store for around a dollar or two.
How often should I wet my humidor?
If you open your humidor several times a day it will require refilling more often than if you open it once every week. As a rule of thumb you should add distilled water to your humidifier about once a month and 50/50 solution every 2-3 months. Never use tap water.
How do you moisten a humidor?
If you use a traditional humidification device, find a Tupperware container and place a sponge inside. Fill the container about halfway with distilled water and place it inside the humidor. Close the top of the humidor, and leave alone for a day.
How do you use humidification solution?
Place your humidifier on a table with a cloth underneath it. Open the activator bottle and squirt some solution into the humidifier. You don’t want to drench the humidifier, but rather make it nice and wet. Shake off the excess liquid, wipe clean with a cloth and place back into your humidor.
Do you need distilled water for humidor?
When seasoning your humidor, you’ll need some distilled water. Do not use tap water in place of distilled water, because it can leave mineral deposits. Use a clean (and new) sponge or cloth to wipe down the cedar wood inside the humidor – including the lid, trays, and dividers if applicable.
Should I use distilled water in my humidifier?
Both the CPSC and the EPA recommend filling your humidifier with distilled water—not tap—to keep potentially harmful microorganisms out of the air you breathe.
Is it OK to stack cigars in a humidor?
Mixing different cigars in a humidor is completely acceptable. Some cigar lovers prefer to keep stronger cigars separate from milder brands. It’s a matter of personal preference.
How do I keep my humidor at 70% humidity?
Ways to Keep Your Humidor at 70 Degrees
- Keep Your Humidor out of Direct Sunlight. UV rays will speed up the breakdown of essential oils in your cigars, so keeping them out of the sun is always important.
- Keep Your Humidor Away From Heating and Air Conditioning Registers.
- Turn off the Cooler.
