Beeswax to seal humidor

[ApexAZ]

Originally Posted by md4958

I would agree with Adam and just use silicone. Aquarium grade is what you want as there are no fumes.

If you insist on using beeswax: In what other applications could it be used to create a airproof seal? You mentioned it being very hard at room temperature, does that hardness translate into brittleness? Being that it will be used on the lid, the repeated opening and closing might cause it to break apart. Just thinking out loud here.

It doesn't feel brittle, but when I looked at it, it was in a solid brick. I guess in a thin application it could be prone to cracking. It was wrapped so it was hard to tell.

Either way, I didn't know food grade silicone existed.

All of my searches for methods of sealing turned up weather stripping around the lid, which I may also do. Because of the large gaps in the frame for the glass, I think that's probably the worst offender though.

Also, regarding the dollar bill test. Should the dollar be placed so that it goes over the raised lip and wraps around it when you close the lid?

Thank you all for your help. I'll get some of the silicone.