Correct. I guess I never thought it through all the way that, like @wantacigar said, the cheaper humidors with glass have the issues. I assume it's because they are just that, cheap. A Winedor and cabinet can be made cheap and would, therefore, have issues as well.
yeah absolutely. most of the cheap humidors have bad QC and not very tight fitting components. so it leaks badly around the glass. seal that up and you're good. if you're building one with tighter tolerances you can likely get away without any actual sealant. it really comes down to the quality and craftmanship but is definitely a *thing* where cheaper glass tops will leak.
Yeah, as long as there is a good seal between the edges of the glass and the wood it's mated to, there won't be a problem. Glass has pretty much zero porosity. Double pane isn't even necessary, they just use it in winos for insulation value. / lessen condensation.
You should know @Glassman ! That's why you're the "GLASSMAN"!!
Hahaha, it's nice when knowledge becomes useful. Once in a while....
I've always wanted one to be honest cause they do look nice and would stop me from constantly opening mine up to search for sticks or see what I want to smoke. The silicone is definitely a great way around any seepage. You can also use aquarium safe silicone as a back up but I would go with the food safe first. Both odorless, and the aquarium is made to not leech any chemicals into the water to be safe for the fish so it works just as well and can sometimes be a little cheaper. Let us know if you grab/build one and have any issues. And post some pics of the pick up or the build!
You have more wisdom and insights than anyone I know.
