Humidity & Ukulele Health
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- Keep your Lanikai between 40–60% humidity as much as possible.
- Use a case humidifier during winter.
- Avoid direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold.
Maintaining proper humidity is crucial for your Lanikai ukulele’s longevity. Humidity levels between 40–60% help prevent cracking and warping, ensuring the instrument stays stable and playable year-round.
During winter, indoor heating can dry out wood quickly. A case humidifier protects by maintaining moisture, safeguarding against structural damage and tonal degradation.
Avoid exposing your Lanikai to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold. These conditions can cause finish damage and wood shrinkage, compromising both aesthetics and performance.
Rock Clouser
Strings Brand Manager, KHS America
Rock Clouser is the Strings Brand Manager for Lanikai Ukuleles, bringing over 35 years of comprehensive string instrument design expertise. At KHS America, he also oversees Kohala Ukuleles and H. Jimenez Latin String Instruments.
