Dehumidifier

[toby]

OK stupid question I just installed(not really an intstall) a de humidifier in my safe, directions say place it horizontally but it wont fit that way unless I cram it between the recoil pads of my rifles "NOT happening" does anyone have theirs mounted vertically? I can't see any reason it should matter it's just a heating element though the directions are there usually for reason.

[Kowan]

I'd guess it's not recommended because heat rises and laying horizontal would give the best performance from the unit.

[Dodahdude]

OK, another stupid question. If your safe has no room and you can't lay the dehumidifier flat... will the wooden rifle stock dry out to quickly???

[toby]

OK, another stupid question. If your safe has no room and you can't lay the dehumidifier flat... will the wooden rifle stock dry out to quickly???

I was thinking of the pads getting distorted or heat damage, I see now that it's not getting that hot but it will be 24-7 so that's why I'm asking.

[Walking Fire]

What kind of dehumidifier did you use?
It shouldn't get too hot it will ruin your furniture.

[nickel plate]

Mine is mounted on a piece of 1X2 and kept flat on the floor just inside the door. Have you no room there?

[toby]

The door hits the center divider I'm going to cut a large notch there so it will fit.

[JDay]

They come in different sizes, get a smaller one.

[bsg]

as JDay has suggested (post #8), get the size that will meet your spatial needs.