Spanish Cedar Trays Buying Guide
Using Spanish cedar cigar trays for storing your cigar inside your humidor is key. That way, you will not only maximize storage space and separate the different types of cigars you have, but you’ll also ensure that your cigars are placed in the most optimal condition possible (Spanish cedar also has moisture-regulating properties).
Is Spanish Cedar Good for a Humidor?
Solid Spanish cedar is widely considered the leading material for building cigar enclosures such as trays and dividers. And it’s easy to see why. One of the biggest benefits of using a Spanish cedar lined tray is that it can help with the humidity regulation inside your humidor (it’s a great addition if you’re already using humidity packs). This is crucial if you want your cigars to be stored in the most optimal condition at all times.
Spanish cedar is also insect-resistant. Due to the natural oils found within the wood, many cigar-loving insects will be deterred. And as a bonus, Spanish cedar also releases a mild and pleasant aroma, which can further enhance the flavor of your cigars.
Can Other Types of Wood Be Used as Humidor Trays?
If you can't go for a Spanish cedar tray or divider, there are a variety of other types of wood that can be used instead. Here, we’d like to mention that you can’t just use any wood (regardless of whether you’re using a traditional or an electric humidor), as some types of wood will negatively affect your cigars. If you can’t go for Spanish cedar, other suitable alternatives include:
- Mahogany: This type of wood is mostly used for trays and dividers. It’s stable and doesn’t warp easily, making it a suitable alternative to Spanish cedar. One key differentiator is that mahogany is scent-free. Okoume wood is a popular variant of mahogany used in humidors today.
- American red cedar: Though it’s not quite the same as Spanish cedar, American red cedar shares very similar properties with its Spanish counterpart. It’s a far less common choice, but it’s a suitable alternative if you happen to have access to it.
- Kiln-dried hardwoods: It’s not uncommon to find cigar humidors that use kiln-dried hardwoods such as cherry and oak. The main reason why these types of trees are suitable is because they are durable and considered low risk (in terms of imparting unwanted odors).
How to Choose Your Humidor Dividers
Just like when you choose your cigar cutter, lighter, and other accessories, there are several things that you need to consider when choosing your humidor dividers. Without being listed in order of importance, they include:
The material the humidor divider is made out of
- Whether you’re looking for a fixed or an adjustable divider or tray
- The number of dividers you need and in what size
- The overall aesthetic of the humidor tray (if you’re trying to achieve a particular look)
Once you know what you’re after, browse through this page and look at the different types of humidor dividers we have to offer. And if you’re after anything in particular, use the filters to narrow down your selection further.
Why Shop With Northwoods Humidors
At Northwoods Humidors, we take immense pride in making each and every one of our customers utterly satisfied with shopping from us. From offering a vast selection of cigars, humidors, and cigar accessories to providing great customer service, we like to think of ourselves as more than a cigar business.
Rather, we’re a cigar business with decades of experience that uses the knowledge we have to actively help and guide cigar enthusiasts in the right direction, regardless of what they're after.
Besides that, shopping through Northwoods Humidors is super easy. Simply browse through our site, add all the items that you like to your basket, and complete your order. It’s as simple as that.
