Which is better....

Which is the better desiccant to put in a coin safe; silica or clay? I see both for sale.

Thanks.

 

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Hey Cloudsweeper..
In my safe I use the silica. It is recharged by placing the bag, not the cardboard box in the oven at 250 degrees F for 2.5 to 3 hrs. Cost is minimal..I spent 9.00 on a box that controls 33 ft squared. It has indicators on the box bottom when it needs to be cooked...go to air tight website and see for your self...www.air-tights.com

RickieB

 

It's my understanding that silica has a greater 'rechargeablity' than clay does.

 

Thanks Rickie

 

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RickieB
The link is not working for me can you please repost it?
Thankx

 

I also can't get to the site. Maybe address is off?

 

i just bought 2 remington model 365 dehumidifiers ... they guraenteed for 5 years =)

 

The link works much better when you spell it correctly.

I've used rechargeable silica cartridges in my safe for years, without any problems, and without messing up coins or documents with high humidity.

I've never used clay because the locksmith who installed my subfloor safe many years ago strongly recommended against it, and in favor of silica.

 

Silica, if you need it.

 

I like silica, I have a couple of reusable pouches that I keep with my coins

 

You beat me to it. I too use dehumifiers. I've been using them for about 20 years now I think. Not sure but for a long, long time. No problems with any coins changing into anything. Also, much healthier for myself, the whole house, the funiture, photo equipment, etc., etc. Silica stuff is a waste of time.