Making a Cigar Humidor from a China Display Cabinet: Making a Cigar Humidor (2020)

Today we go through the process of making a cigar humidor out of a China Cabinet. I have really gotten into Cigars over the past few years, and this has been on my build list for a while. I hope you enjoy the videos. Be sure to check out the links below:
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LINKS TO VOICE OVERS
Interview with Eddie Sahakian:
• Interview with Eddie S...
Interview with Ed and Eddie Sahakian:
• Father & Son of Davido...
Ray Lewis Interview: Lessons from my Grandfather(Cigar Aficianado)
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Laurence Davis Interview:
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Interview with Marv Russell:
• The Cigar Connoisseur
Products Used:
Spanish Cedar:
totalwoodstore.com (tell them I sent you ;))

[@brasileirosshelton]

Smoking on an Oliva V Melano Maduro, sipping on some freshly ground Sumatra coffee, and watching you with your masterful craftsmanship. This is the life. Wonderful video, music, and smoking a great cigar bro. Thank you for this....

[@DraysWorkshop]

Oliva V is one of my favorites... This comment is perfect. I have literally imagined someone doing exactly what you are talking about, as I myself love watching cigar videos, sipping on some good coffee and smoking a cigar. Thanks so much for the positive feedback! I tried really hard to paint a story with this video, as cigars are one of my main passions. I pinned this comment, I hope you dont mind! Keep putting smoke in the air buddy, and have a great year!

[@brasileirosshelton]

@@DraysWorkshop Thanx my brother in cigars. Peace to you...

[@xiaohanzhou5341]

Having some fine whisky and enjoying my cuban stick. Chill.

[@DraysWorkshop]

@@xiaohanzhou5341 sounds like an amazing time to me my friend! Thanks for the comment

[@matthewmoseman8962]

That's my favorite cigar, happy tasting!

[@treywillis60]

This was what KZbin was made for . Great video

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Wade! I truly appreciate it and I am so glad you enjoyed it!

[@flmang1776]

Love the video. I was born in Cuba, my family is from Spain and I became a free man in Florida. Smoking a good cigar and drinking Cuban coffee " a colada" is like time-traveling for me. Only a few people will understand what it feels like. Blessings my brother! 🙏

[@seanmuder1925]

Love the sound over about the guys grandfather. Some of my best thoughts/ideas come while smoking a stogie. Really resonated with me.

[@DraysWorkshop]

I’m the same way Sean. I love the care and sentimental messages. Always makes things more meaningful to me! Thanks for the comment

[@frantzracing0]

That's Rey Lewis from the NFL

[@DadifiedX4]

Ray Lewis on cigar aficionado

[@sapet17]

This is one of the most informative and satisfying videos I have ever watched. Thank you for doing this. I really loved the small voice overs about what it's like to smoke a cigar.

[@masterplumber8610]

I used food grade butcher block oil and finish wax. Takes a bit more time for wax to cure but the result is a water tight food grade wax sealer behind cedar veneer.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thats a good idea! I actually make cutting boards, and coasters but didn't think about that. Sometimes I just get my mind on something and cannot sway from it LOL. Thanks for the comment. I am sure most could find this helpful, and it is always good to have a different perspective on things! Have a great day, and sorry for the late response.

[@mrjace3]

This was a masterpiece in more ways than one.👍🏽

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you brother! You have know idea how good it feels to hear this! This video has been a huge hit on the channel, and so glad you guys are enjoying it!

[@TheNunakun]

Loved the voiceovers from brothers of the leaf, and the phenomenal job above all! I can see the passion. Great mate! I hope to build one as good as yours when I get my own garage shop working

[@jrios662]

Wow that is an absolutely amazing job... That is what all cigar storing Furniture should look like..... It should be a piece of furniture that is passed on and that's exactly what he Turn this into....

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you so much jrios!

[@CrosbysCorner]

One of the best videos to date! Very skilled and the story line was epic! Well done, brother.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Man that means so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it! I really wanted to add some more of a story to it. Thanks for the comment and watching!

[@Kiltedwoodsmith]

@@DraysWorkshop Do you have any Humidity leakage?

[@jacobdaubenspeck3217]

Beautifully made cabinet, and wonderfully made video! I really loved the voice overlays from the cigar community!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Jacob! That's really what I wanted out of this video, as I know most people watching this have probably seen many of the videos with all the voices I used!

[@nathant.7025]

Awesome video, great build, and a beautiful piece! Thanks for sharing.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks so much Nathan and glad you enjoyed it!! I hope you had a Merry Christmas, and sorry for the late reply. Been a little crazy with the holidays!

[@gregpittman4455]

This is sick. Great workmanship and dope soundtrack. Really envious.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Greg! So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment my friend!

[@iamarawn]

That's beautiful work. Thank you for including the links to the interviews

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey, and thank you for the compliment! Yes sir I always try and put links, because I am one that is always searching for them in descriptions haha. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@aaronmutch1883]

Thank you! Great idea and I can’t wait to make my own!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@mjs4480]

Excellent vision and workmanship, bravo!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks MJS! I’m glad you enjoyed it my friend and thanks for the compliment

[@alprado649]

Oh my! that was the voice of Mr. Sahakian Sr. Admire your thoughts & work as well, sir!

[@DraysWorkshop]

I sure do love his voice! I love watching him and his son together, he is a great man and raised an awesome son! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment and watching! Links to the voiceovers I used can be found in the description if you havent found them already!

[@zomaninc]

Thank you ... it time to go have a cigar! I wish I had your skills in woodworking, well done!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you for the comment! Go ahead and have a cigar buddy, and I will have one with you! Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the compliment!

[@LTorni]

Clearly KZbin has brought us down the same cigar video rabbit hole, I recognized nearly every interview you had in the background. Great video, cheers!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Great to hear that someone else is into it like I am. Love watching interviews and stories about the cigar world! Thanks L.

[@felipegonzales3459]

You did an amazing job. I have been wanting to do the same but held myself back. After watching you do it I think I am ready. Going to help me out. Thank you for sharing.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Awesome Felipe! I know the feeling. It took me a while to actually get the wood, and start doing it. I bet I redid the design a few times lol. It can be nerve racking but you just gotta start. Once you get going, you will get it the groove! Glad I could help and thank you for the compliment! I am pretty happy with it! If you have any questions dont hesitate to ask!

[@evelynmueller6523]

Love the results. Great editing on the video....

[@Pirhett]

Amazing job man! Love the office and I love this idea! Been looking at buying a wineador like the one you had but love this idea of making it into a part of the house

[@DraysWorkshop]

Pirhett thanks so much brother! I was really excited about how it turned out. The office is still a work in progress 😂, but we will get there eventually. Thanks for the compliments and if you have any questions when you start to make yours just ask! PSSITA!

[@davidjaxonmusic]

This was great. Thought today about converting an old Hutch into a Humidor. Said to myself "I bet someone on KZbin has done it". And here I am. Awesome job.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Haha, man that is literally what I think about most things. I think you should do it! Glad you enjoyed and thank you for the compliment! If you have any questions while building it let me know!

[@mh0072]

Really enjoyed watching this. Great job on the humidor and the video. The voiceovers / music are a nice touch!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks MH! Yea, I really felt like the voiceovers really tied everything together!

[@grg2106]

Great job and great video, thank you for sharing!

[@DraysWorkshop]

GR G thank you! I really enjoyed making it and I’m really happy with the way it turned out! Thanks so much for the comment and taking the time to watch it!!

[@dynamikeT]

Nice job, love the Humi you made. always wanted to try and do one myself. The commentary you added with the story of the Grandfather was excellent.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Mike! Thanks for the compliment! That was one of my favorite stories when I was researching Audio for commentary. I feel like it really ties in the meanings and why we smoke cigars!

[@frankfatone4601]

That's awesome !!

[@ncruncher722]

Awesome job on the humidor!! You gave me inspiration for mine. Great vid, I enjoyed the voiceovers

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Mike, glad you enjoyed brother! I am always glad to hear that this video inspired others. The task can be a little daunting at first but once you get going you will find your groove! I love the voicovers too, felt like it added that extra feeling to the video! Have a great day buddy!

[@notchagrandpa8875]

Great use for that old out dated china cabinet many people would have just sold it, but much like a man in the arms of a loving woman or tobacco leaves in the hands of the right person, everything can become something better when loved and appreciated for what it has to offer instead of being burned, sold or thrown out

[@DraysWorkshop]

Couldn't agree more! I believe everything has a story to tell. I restore old machinery, handtools, etc. I always wondering while I am restoring them how many TRUE men have used this tool, and I wonder what they made with them. The blood, sweat, and tears they put out making things! Thats what it is about for me. Glad you enjoyed the video Nocha Gradpa, and I love that name LOL

[@dreadmaps]

man i loved every second of this and the inspiration audio clips

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you so much! I really enjoy the quotes myself, and I thought it would add a good vibe to the video. So glad you enjoyed it!

[@waltfortune1295]

This is 🔥🔥🔥 I’m about to start working on mine next week!

[@davidd.234]

He definitely did a good job retrofitting the china cabinet to a humidor. Well done

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks David! It was pretty fun figuring everything out!

[@aviationcompilation455]

thumbs up for the nail gun on beat lol.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Surprisingly you are the first person to comment about that. I tried hard to sync that up lol! Thanks for the comment Aviation!

[@peteralessio1585]

Beautiful Job. Excellent work. I want one!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks so much Peter!

[@bkdashh]

Excellent piece my friend, smoke on!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks for the compliment! Much appreciated and glad you enjoyed it! Light one up as well buddy!

[@1Tpoetic]

Great case Great video Great inspirational theme Great cigars to smoke real nice video dude

[@eizzle78]

My favorite time to smoke is a nice summer day in my woodshop while I contemplate the work I want to do.

[@DraysWorkshop]

I love that too my friend. It just isn’t the same when it’s cold outside, and I’m pretty sure a cigar gets my creative juices flowing a little sooner 😊. I’m from the south and we don’t mess around with that cold too much. I see a lot of guys smoking outside in the snow and I ain’t about it 😆. Thanks for the comment and I hope you enjoyed the video

[@eizzle78]

@@DraysWorkshop no, the cold is definitely not good for a cigar! Thankfully I have a heated garage I can smoke in, but I’d prefer the wood shop

[@steliosdrais9845]

First of all, really great video, secondly you created a masterpiece

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Stelios! Thanks for the comment, and the compliment! I tried really hard to make something I would be happy with! Hope everything is going good buddy

[@coldheartcol]

Absolutely Beautiful

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Ryan! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@peteralessio1585]

Beautiful job on the custom humidor cabinet. I want one!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Haha. If you find one you should definitely convert it! I love it!

[@AustinBarden-vq6oe]

Very beautiful job

[@Spushed]

Wow. Amazing video and the included passion in the audio only bolstered the video!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Spushed. I really thought it added that extra bit the video needed! Thanks for the comment!

[@joelgil4353]

Nice collection boy! Good job with that cabinet. Fire fire fire 🔥🔥 🔥

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Joey, I hope you enjoyed! I am sure you no the collection is every growing LOL

[@GarnerCigarBrand]

I just found a stand alone wooden cabinet i want to make into a humidor! This was nice to see and i wish you were in the neighborhood to invite over for help, a drink, & smoke! Lol thanks for the video

[@diamondrmp]

Incredible!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ducknutt]

hell yea! Now I have something to look for while antiquing with the wife....a future cigar humidor.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Absolutely! I love going antiquing, and have actually found a few vintage desktop humidors! Glad you enjoyed the video Cecil!

[@randwharton]

Superb work.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Randall, I appreciate it.

[@MacAttac72]

Propper job m8! Starting similar project this weekend! Greatings from Sweden!

[@DraysWorkshop]

MacAttac72 thank you Mac! I really enjoyed making it and glad everyone seems to like it! Make sure you send me some sweet pictures whenever you end up getting it finished! Have fun over there in Sweden. Kinda wish I was over there right now... 👀

[@engdog2]

I wish this guy lived next door to me and could build me one.😊

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey brother, come on down to bama and I would be more than happy to help you! I hope you enjoyed the video, and thanks for the comment!

[@Imbrentb]

Top Notch video man!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks PB. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@benharbak]

I've been watching so many videos involving Davidoff of London I immediately recognized Eddie's voice in that clip, haha! I may have a problem!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Ben! In my opinion, if you are talking about cigars, there is no one better to listen to than Eddie and his son!

[@mflurry]

great video....enjoyed it all.

[@DraysWorkshop]

So glad you enjoyed it Mark!

[@alissonbelle]

Beautiful job!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Alisson! I am glad you enjoyed it! Do you also enjoy cigars?

[@toxicjl]

Hell of a good job

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks brotha!

[@dantonypaula6514]

Great video. Great work.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Dantony! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@gbuilds2667]

Just picked up the grad father clock at the hood will I’m afraid to take the back off but I definitely have to find wood now

[@kennethricher45]

Padron one of my favorite brands

[@ts5030]

Great job....I’ve done a few of these.....make sure you use non-toxic sealer

[@DraysWorkshop]

Yeah this was the first one I have made, so it was kind of a science experiment the whole time LOL. Thanks for the tip buddy!

[@hardsincigar8505]

It looks great nice build bro

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you my friend! I am glad you enjoyed it

[@mrcart497]

THANKU!!! PERFECT

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@ammoush82]

Great video ! Too much for my skills and knowledge lol . Keep puffing brother 🙏🏼 💨

[@DraysWorkshop]

Man thank you and I’m glad you enjoyed! But I believe in you my friend, give it a shot!

[@leonardpiggie9243]

Great video....wow

[@DraysWorkshop]

leonard piggie thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@Goesinya69]

Nice! Thank you

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you as well! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joseroque1082]

Very nice work

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Jose!

[@ceandclhudson3048]

Awesome!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Well thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@josephweaver9674]

Very nice!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks Joseph!

[@arikverab6287]

Great job man I’m gunna keep my eyes open for something similar to turn into one as well at some point down the road also great video man

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Arik, thanks for the compliment! Yeah be sure to check out Marketplace on Facebook, they always have something pretty similar up for grabs!

[@flying.mozart]

Sahakians Voices in the background ❤️😎💯

[@DraysWorkshop]

I know I love both father and son! Such gentleman and have an awesome story! The link to the interviews I got these from are in the description if you would like to check them out

[@ericsmith8974]

WELL DONE SIR

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Eric!

[@samueljudah4777]

I envy your skills my friend.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thank you Samuel! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Josephdbrand]

Awesome build and video, couple of questions as I am building my own 65x33.5x15.5, curious what glue and sealant you used (especially on the cedar lining. Also noticed you didn't use any hardware, have you had any issues since it was built with the cedar warping?

[@TheRealThomasPaine1776]

Its really awesome, no doubt about, more so because you upcycled something else. But I'm wondering about the controlling mechanism. Is this just a cabinet that you have to remember to put bowls of water into? Is there an aftermarket humidity packet, or regulator? So what's the secret to making sure its right with little or no maintenance? Thanks

[@zenos.5315]

Excellent craftsmanship……what type of glue did you use for your project?

[@leedurrette8964]

Amazing build and great video. You inspired me to convert a cabinet to a humidor also. I am sanding and sealing now and going to buy my cedar soon. What method should I use to maintain my humidity after I get the ideal level? My cabinet is the same size as yours.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Lee. So I have had the Humidor built for almost a year now, and normally keep around 200 cigars at a minimum in there. I have had success with the Boveda 320g size humidity packs. I have one on top and one on bottom, and really havent had to many issues. I might throw any extra smaller one in there during the winter months if it drops a little low. I just like Boveda. You never have to worry about it getting too humid as the packs will absorb any extra moisture in the air! Thats awesome that you are going to try and build one yourself, be sure to send me a picture when you are done. Either on facebook or instagram I would love to see it!

[@savagehousehauntedattracti7345]

Really great video, a great for me and my project. However, live in Las Vegas and I cannot find sheets of Spanish Cedar anywhere and no one can seem to order it. I went to the link that you posted on your video but they have a minimum of FOUR 4x8 sheets to order which I obviously can't use. So having trouble resourcing the wood.

[@seanmuder1925]

Dude looks like Ryan Reynolds. Nice work too.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Haha. Thanks hilarious. Everyone says that. A lot of people at work call me Deadpool.

[@THEMECHANICOCMissionViejo]

Great work brother. Any issues with it holding humidity? I want to build My own for my office. This video gives me inspiration and ideas on how to do it. Any issues ? Or things you would do differently next time? Video idea, “things I’d do differently if I did this project again.” Would you have built an even bigger one? My problem is Always outgrowing my humidors.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey OC! Thanks for the comment and I’m glad you enjoyed it! I am still really enjoying it. I haven’t had any structural issues or problems keeping humidity or anything like that. Looking back I would have probably put either the bottom shelf or top shelf at a little steeper angle(to allow for different depth boxes... for instance I made my shelves and angles based on holding a Padron box and marking the angle I liked... I also love Tatuaje cigars. His boxes are around the same length( the vitola I like anyways), but he makes deeper boxes. You cant see the cigars as well as I would like too. But other than that I am more than happy with it. The size is general(amount of cigars it would hold) seems great, but I also have 2 small humidors and the little coolidor you see in the video. I keep it pretty stacked but still have plenty of room. That is one reason I placed the top shelf higher to allow for box/bundle storage

[@derrenknight1793]

Where did you manage to get large boards of cedar from

[@trevorrathburn9866]

What caulking did you use? I’m in the process of purchasing so I can make one

[@raynewcomb7678]

Very nice. I'm thinking of converting an old gun cabinet. Was wondering about covering the inside of the doors around the glass. I noticed you did not. Any issues with the moisture?

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Ray! No issues at all buddy, and I actually intended to cover the wood around the glass just one of those things I havent done yet. I did put a clear sealer around the inside of the glass though, and I really havent had any issues so far. Only thing I run into is that keeping the humidity in it during the cold weather months has been harder, but most humidors are like that unless you have one of the NewAir Cooler humidors. I just through an Extra Boveda pack in there and I am good to go! Thanks for the comment, and I am glad you enjoyed!

[@THEMECHANICOCMissionViejo]

Also, what did you do about sealing the top and bottom of the doors? I saw you used the weather strip. But didn’t see anything about finishing the seal all around.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Yeah I used weather stripping around the inside. I put the bottom seal on the edge of the Spanish cedar in the bottom. For the sides(inside and outside) I placed them on the inside of the door. The top was a little tricky but I ended up cutting some plexiglass strips and attaching it to the inside of the top of the humidor leaving a little overhang to attach the weather stripping to. For the glass(I think I did that off camera) I used a clear odorless caulk/gasket sealer around the edges. This works well by the way, if you have some smaller glass top humidors. Obviously take out your cigars while doing it or while seasoning it. Holds humidity way better! Once again thanks for the comments and questions brotha. If you have Instagram follow me and send me some messages if you have anymore questions and I would be more than happy to help! (@drayworkshop)

[@jeffherdz]

Great video !! I was wondering what type of door sealant did you use on the front door ? And did you choose a different lock system for each of the door? Thanks !!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Jeff. So for the sealant on the front door, I actually used weather stripping on the insides of the doors. For the latches, I used window latches. I found some that were cheap and looked really nice. I don't really have a need to lock it up, so I didn't put any sort of lock on it You can see the door stripping and window latches at @12:50. Thanks for the comment man and I am glad you liked it.

[@classic7048]

What type of glue did you use to glue the cedar... great piece I’m about to start on my soon.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Classic, thanks for the comment! To glue the main walls, back, bottom and top I just used normal wood glue. You can get it at Home Depot or Lowe’s. Tire ins is the brand I use and have never had a problem. For all of the shelving and support pieces inside the humidor I used odorless super glue. It sets up really fast and is pretty easy to clean up if you accidentally get it somewhere unintended (like I did) 😂. I wish you luck buddy!

[@ryanmcquitty5604]

Was that Eddie Sahakian from Davidoff London speaking during the intro?

[@DraysWorkshop]

Yes sir! I love both father and son! Thanks for the comment and if you havent had a chance to watch the interview there is a link to the video in the description! Hope you enjoyed!

[@kishudaswani8394]

Very nice. I may have missed it but can you give me the links for where you purchased the Spanish cedar from please. I’m excited to start my own but due to this pandemic, finding Spanish cedar is a little hard.

[@DraysWorkshop]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Yes it was in the description, but it is www.totalwoodstore.com. They offer full sheets(4ftx8ft), but also offer smaller sizes as well! Thank you for the comment and Happy New Year!!

[@alpayerdogan3580]

Hello, how many bovedas do you use here? I've seen 6 of them.

[@andreasgr1982]

What about the temprature if the summer for example goes very hight ? What are you going to do? Grate job my frient !

[@DraysWorkshop]

So it is just like any other humidor, in that I try to keep it it the coolest part of the house/room. Summer normally isn’t an issue for me temperature wise, it has been a little harder for me to maintain humidity over the winter though. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@tedfritsch3340]

Awesome job. So many of those old display cases at the junk stores these days, shouldn't be difficult to find one for myself. By the way, how are you maintaining the humidity in the case? Manual or do you have something else going on in there.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Ted! Thanks for the compliment! I have been using 4 of the 320g Boveda packs. 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom. Those do really well for keeping the humidity just right. I will also use smaller packs occasionally while re-seasoning the larger ones! Have a great day!

[@garyrhodes4428]

Maybe I missed it, but what are you using for humidification? I really wish I had the time, tools, patience, and talent to do this. But alas, I have none of those. :) Great job.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Thanks for the compliment Gary! Yeah you might have missed it but I use Boveda Packs for humidification. Since making the video I upgraded the packs to the biggest size they have. I had around 10 of the medium packs in there, and while you can recharge them, that just isn’t really efficient 😆. Man I’m sure you have the talent, I learned most of what I know from youtube, and practicing on smaller things in the beginning. Also, I know people talk about Harbor Freight, but when I started I got most of my tools from there, and then upgraded later. They work well, just not for someone who is a carpenter and uses them day in and day out. For home projects and things they would work out great for you! Once again I appreciate you watching and the comment! Have a great day!

[@getDuncan68]

That was very well done, I just have got one question. Why not use small staples instead of all the glue?

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Dewayne thanks for the compliment. I did use some staples to put in the spacers in the back of the humidor, but I was afraid they might blow out, and I knew the wood glue would be strong enough to hold it together, but I am sure if I would have looked a little harder I probably could have found some that would work! Hope you have a good day!

[@brunopires401]

Congrats for your amazing and inspiring video, bro. What kind of chalk did you used for ensure proper seal between your layers of wood ? (Minute 2:02). Cheers

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Bruno! Just used odorless Window Caulk, does great and provides a great seal! Thanks for the compliment as well!

[@rjrotermund]

This is a great video! I am in the process of building my own and found your video. I started with 4/4 (inch thick) cedar boards and milled them down into 1/8" thick boards I glued up into panels. I ended up building shelves similar to you. I love the idea of the walnut trim and will probably copy that idea for mine. I am using an oasis humidifier and one of the things I am struggling with is how to provide sufficient seals to be able to maintain humidity. I've decided to actually not use any at first and see if my humidifier will keep up. The other thing I don't have a lot of experience with is power management - for now planned on installing an outlet someplace inside the cabinet where I can plug in the humidifier and lights. Any information you have on that topic would be helpful. Also any learnings and/or things you would do differently now that you've had yours a couple of years would be helpful. Really great job! I hope mine looks half as good.

[@DraysWorkshop]

First off sorry for being so late! I cant really help with the power management situation, as I maintain mine with the XL Boveda packs and that works really well for me. I do see a little struggle during the winter times, but nothing a couple extra packs doesnt help. For sealing around the doors, I just used adhesive rubber window seals. The one thing I would change in my build in particular, would be to adjust the upper shelves a little, and give me a little more room for box storage underneath the top shelf. Thanks for the comment and I am sure yours has turned or will turn out great!

[@rjrotermund]

@@DraysWorkshop Still working on it, but it's coming along nicely. Thank you for getting back to me.

[@DraysWorkshop]

@@rjrotermund Great to know! Let me know when you get it finished!

[@perovic96]

Hi, amazing video, Can you please let me know what spray are you using on 4:05? Thank you

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Stefan, the spray I am using is just a clear coat spray paint to act almost like a "sealer". I basically just sprayed the whole surface of the inside to help with any pores and to hopefully help with the humidity even behind the spanish cedar that I line it with later. Hope this helps, and glad you enjoyed!

[@haleyp.3850]

what made you decide to use spacers behind the cedar that you mounted up the sides? Also the link for the cedar purchase doesnt work.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey I sent you a message back on Facebook buddy. The website is www.totalwoodstore.com. I sent the answer to your question on Facebook my friend. Have a great day!

[@brandonbenline3463]

How did you go about adding lighting?

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Brandon, thanks for the comment. In the beginning and in the video I used the little adhesive disc lights that I believe I purchased from Home Depot. They have the ability to changed colors, and have a remote control. After a while though, they started to not stick as well, I am guessing just because of the humidity. I think a better option might be to try the strip lighting, and maybe super glue it to the inside. Both are battery powered. Thanks again and glad you enjoyed it.

[@dougc4264]

Thank you for the great video. I am in the process of tearing down my brand new cabinet humidor and removing the compressor and heating element. I want to line it with mahogany with cedar drawers but after your video I decided to check the link for the spanish cedar that you used. It looks like they only sell spanish cedar "plywood". Did you use plywood? if so how is it holding up? I am concerned with the plywood sucking humidity out of the humidor and possibly bowing? Have you seen either of those issues with you build? Thanks again for sharing.

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Doug, thanks for the comment my friend. I also did a good bit of research because I also questioned the reliability of the veneered plywood vs normal spanish cedar. One thing about plywood though, is if it is quality it should not move to much. Now if you just got a cheap piece from a local big box store the likelihood of it possibly bowing or warping is alot higher. After 6 months or so I have had zero issues at all with it. I have had a little issues with keeping humidity, but I blame that on my office being one of the cooler rooms in the house, and with cold, humidity in the humidor will lower. I also blame it on the 2 large glass doors. I did use a clear sealant around the joints, but I know some still escapes though there, as well as making it harder to control the temperature inside. When I notice the humidity start dropping I just pull out the old boveda packs, and replace them with fresh, and the humidity pops right back up. In my research I also found many others have used spanish veneer plywood, and I didnt find any stating they had too many issues with it. I hope I helped with your decision, and if you have any other questions just let me know. Thanks again for the comment my friend!

[@dougc4264]

@@DraysWorkshop thanks for the input. I’ve decided to use the veneer plywood now trying to find it on the west coast is the challenge.

[@StoneColdMalone]

Do you use a bandsaw for everything?

[@DraysWorkshop]

On this project I did. You can probably see it in some of the shots because the humidor was setting on it and the outfeed table for my table saw. I have it fully restored now, but at the time is was apart and not working, that is why I used the bandsaw for this project. Just made the most sense for the smaller parts and ripping when I needed too. Thanks for the comment, and I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@deerangaperera2697]

Wow. nice humidor. What is the thickness of cedar wood used for inner lining?

[@DraysWorkshop]

Hey Deeranga, the thinkness of the Spanish Cedar is 1/4" I ordered it online, and there should be a link in the description! Thanks for the comment!

[@deerangaperera2697]

@@DraysWorkshop Thanks alot Dray

[@OldStyle2005]

Roll Tide, great video!

[@DraysWorkshop]

Roll Tide! Thanks and have a great day!

[@thebigvega]

Awesome video! Great job on the cabinet. I have similar cabinet and now you gave me a great idea. #weareprivada

[@DraysWorkshop]

Awesome Alex! I love the fact that my video inspired a few people to try it on their own! Thanks for the compliment buddy!