I decided that even though a coolidor is easy to build, I'd rather build my own humidor. I can do most of it by myself but will probably have somebody do some millwork for me. I want the dimensions to be approximately 1'W x 2'L x 3'H, but will get it planned out to fit everything I need nicely. I'll be keeping most cigars in boxes and plan to use Spanish Cedar shelves and something else for the rest of the box.
Since this will be my first box and probably not perfect, I'd prefer not to spend too much on materials. What other sorts of wood could I use? I know many use Honduran Mahogany, but that sounds expensive. Could I use red oak or maple from Home Depot? If I used something other than Spanish Cedar or Honduran Mahogany, should I laquer the inside to prevent wood warping? I know you want some air to escape/circulate, but I could just leave a looser seal at the opening... Any answers you guys have or anywhere you could point me would be appreciated.
I bought a copy of "Building a Humidor" from Fine Woodworking that somebody posted a while ago, and have a pretty good idea on what to do, I'm just looking for some direction on what wood I can use. Thanks again.
Since this will be my first box and probably not perfect, I'd prefer not to spend too much on materials. What other sorts of wood could I use? I know many use Honduran Mahogany, but that sounds expensive. Could I use red oak or maple from Home Depot? If I used something other than Spanish Cedar or Honduran Mahogany, should I laquer the inside to prevent wood warping? I know you want some air to escape/circulate, but I could just leave a looser seal at the opening... Any answers you guys have or anywhere you could point me would be appreciated.
I bought a copy of "Building a Humidor" from Fine Woodworking that somebody posted a while ago, and have a pretty good idea on what to do, I'm just looking for some direction on what wood I can use. Thanks again.