Hello Gents!
I've got a question about RH (relative humidity).
Looked it up but didn't find much.
At what RH does rust form. Or better put, at what RH does moisture form and THEN make condensation possible?
I am asking because it was pointed out to me that too low of humidity will damage wood, bone and ivory over time. Since not all scales and wood boxes will be sealed well enough with some sort of finish to prevent this "over-drying", I am looking to find a balance of humidity.
There are other factors to keep in mind but THIS question is about humidity.
I found a product called Boveda moisture control packets. I've used them for different applications before, but just realized (hopefully not too late) that the problem of preserving my ivory and wood needs to be addressed.
Lately I've noticed some cracks and blemishes. The silica packets keep ivory way too dry. It needs 45-55 RH. I believe wood is the same. So Boveda has a range, one of which is 49RH.
Besides the other issues like acidity and sulphur containing materials to keep ivory away from (just an example), this is a hard one to maintain.
If 45-55 RH is acceptable for high carbon steel, then one of these packets is perfect... Though I realize that temperature variance has a large part to play in condensation.
Thanks guys, looking forward to your input.
Michael
Edit: Thanks Onimaru55 for letting me know about silica damaging wood. It made me take a second look at "WHICH" razors (depending on scales) are okay be kept "THAT" dry...