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Post by alandmor on Aug 30, 2017 9:29:22 GMT -8
I recently had to move my Coleoptera collection (Cornell drawers in open-faced cabinets) into a finished basement where the relative humidity, at least this summer, is generally 55-65%. I'm curious what the recommended relative humidity is and if a dehumidifier may be advised. Thanks in advance for any replies.
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Post by Paul K on Aug 30, 2017 10:57:05 GMT -8
I recently had to move my Coleoptera collection (Cornell drawers in open-faced cabinets) into a finished basement where the relative humidity, at least this summer, is generally 55-65%. I'm curious what the recommended relative humidity is and if a dehumidifier may be advised. Thanks in advance for any replies. I would say 55-65% is still safe as far as mold grow, but you should definitely treat your drawers with some chemicals (naphthalin, no pest strip, etc.) as at that humidity pest maybe around. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 30, 2017 11:11:19 GMT -8
I'd say run a dehumidifier. If you wall off an area where the collection is, the dehumidifier will be more effective in that room with insects. 65% RH ( depending the actual air temperature) is a bit on the high side. I have a large dehumidifier for the general basement with a medium sized one in the insect room and all is fine..........just my thoughts.
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Post by Adam Cotton on Aug 30, 2017 11:31:27 GMT -8
I use airconditioning (since I live in a tropical country) to perform the exact same end result as a dehumidifier, and my collection room is kept with humidity in the low 20s most of the time, even though it's probably 80+% outside right now.
I agree that 65% is risky for potential pest infestation. My house has Psocids everywhere except in my collection room, they cannot tolerate the low humidity.
Adam.
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