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Just how tightly should a humidor close? Should any air circulation occur?
The lid of a humidor should close as tightly as possible, because you are creating a micro-climate with a very specific humidity level inside, one in which the cigars will thrive and the [...]
Which materials make the best humidors?
Spanish cedar wood used as a lining for humidors offers a variety of advantages compared to other types of wood: retaining and distributing moisture; protection from tobacco beetles; and [...]
Who makes the best humidors?
In the earlier question Which are the most well-known humidor brands and manufacturers?, we gave a list of some of the most internationally known manufacturers. With a humidor from any one of [...]
Are jars a good option for storing cigars?
In Cuba, porcelain and ceramic jars have been used for more than 200 years to store and display cigars. Habanos, the supplier of premium Cuban cigars, occasionally offers special limited [...]
Can I use plastic containers to store my cigars?
Again and again, beginners who don't yet have a humidor, are told to use a Tupperware container, or comparable, as a temporary solution for storing cigars. Is that a good option? A problem [...]