Reda Aouad
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Moisturizers for Oud's Hard Case
Hi.
I've read throughout some posts that one could put a moisturizer inside the oud's hard case to control humidity. But I have no idea what it is.
Can anyone explain? Give links? Pictures? How it works?
Does anyone know what is the best humidity level for the oud?
Thanks 
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Jameel
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http://oudluthier.blogspot.com/2008/05/deserted-ouds.html
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DaveH
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Or, as a low-tech option, you can wet a cloth, wring it out, put it in a plastic bag and place the bag in the string compartment inside the case -
making sure the wet cloth has no chance of coming into contact with the oud.
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Jameel
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Good idea, Dave. If you do this Reda, Don't seal the bag though, leave one corner open, or punch some small holes in it.
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Reda Aouad
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Thank you 
Jameel.. thanks for the link. I managed to find online a shop in my area and will get one soon.
Will you be selling such products online?
Thanks again
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katakofka
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hi Reda
pay attention to that issue because you might end up with cracks in the oud soundboard especially if the latter is not varnished. I would keep it in
45-50% humidity.
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