Using a cold humidifier in a room with a classical guitar and an electric guitar?

Question

I bought a col humidifier because it would help me breath better because of my sinusitis. I was wondering if it would damage my guitars. One electric guitar (Squier) and one classical guitar(Yamaha). I put my guitars on a stand , so they are not in the guitar case.

Will the humidifier cause any harm to m instruments?

Answer 1

yes it could improve voice.

Answer 2

A case with a humidifier is a better solution in my opinion. Especially for the classical guitar- the wood and bracing inside of it can crack if exposed to a sudden climate changes within the room. It's better to keep it in a confined case with a humidifier either built into the case, or one that goes into the guitar between the strings using a wet sponge.

Answer 3

We keep a gorgeous Steinway square tail A piano in a climate controlled room. Our tech is employed by the major conservatories and colleges in our area, and has been with us for over 35 years. He always praises our monitoring of the climate this instrument lives in. I also run a humidifier and monitor the humidity in my flute studio, because breathing well is important. But please - case those instruments. I have seen many gruesome instrumental accidents, and heard of many more.

Answer 4

Good answer, the only thing I would add is to ditch the stands and get cases. Everybody thinks stands are a safe way to store a guitar until they have an accident....and it *will* happen.

Answer 5

No, it shouldn't, but it would be good if you got a humidity gauge, or hygrometer, to see what the thing is doing anyway. Taylor makes a small analog unit for under ten bucks. Also good to follow manufacturer's instructions on maintaining your (wicking) humidifier, as it can add problems if not kept clean. (PS - get some white vinegar to help with that.)



I'd put both guitars in cases, too, particularly the acoustic. They help with protection from a variety of things, if used. Assuming you wipe each guitar down after practice, rapidly tarnishing or rusty strings are a dead giveaway that it's gone too far.



For whatever it's worth, I've had guitars for decades, plus some medical setting experience, plus having retailed humidifiers, plus I have COPD.

Answer 6

The room where you keep your guitars, especially your acoustic guitars, needs to be between 45% and 55% humidity. Amazon sells inexpensive hygrometers to measure humidity and you should keep one in your room. If the humidity is any greater than 55% then you need to move your guitars to a different room.