Are you storing your cannabis all wrong? You need to fix that right away, or your next smoke might be less than pleasant. Check to see whether you’re making one of the top rookie mistakes when it comes to cannabis storage.
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1. Not Using A Two-way Humidity Control Pack
Cannabis is very, very sensitive to humidity. If your cannabis is left in an environment with too little humidity, it will dry out, losing its precious terpenes and potency.
On the flip side, too much humidity can make the cannabis moist and can lead to mold growth–this will make it completely unsmokeable.
The Solution
Get Boveda two-way humidity control packs for your storage container. These will maintain the ideal RH level (Relative Humidity level) inside the container. Your cannabis won’t get too dry or too damp–it’ll be just right.
2. Leaving Cannabis In A Place With Fluctuating Temperatures
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Extreme temperatures are not good for cannabis. Both the heat and the cold can dry out the cannabis and degrade the cannabinoids inside. This will make the cannabis harsher to smoke and much less potent. Fluctuating between these temperatures will only exacerbate these negative effects.
The Solution
You should always store your cannabis in a cool, stable environment. Keep it away from heat sources like radiators and fireplaces, along with cold sources like open windows and refrigerators.
3. Storing Cannabis In A Plastic Bag
Stop putting your cannabis in a plastic bag. This is a terrible storage choice! Plastic bags can generate static electricity, which can cause trichome loss. Trichome loss will result in less potent and flavorful cannabis.
The Solution
Save your plastic bags for your snacks, not your stash!
4. Exposing Cannabis To Sunlight
UV rays will break down cannabinoids and terpenes–this means your cannabis will lose potency, flavor and aroma. So, if you leave your stash out in the sun, it will degrade quickly.
The Solution
Store your cannabis in an opaque, UV-resistant container like a CVault. Keep that container in a dark, cool place, away from any sunlight, like a cupboard or a drawer.
5. Opening The Storage Container Too Often
Every time that you open your stash jar, you expose it to oxygen. Oxygen is another environmental factor that can dry out and degrade your cannabis.
The Solution
Whenever you smoke, take what you need from the jar and then seal it back up. Don’t let it sit with the lid off.
6. Keeping Cannabis In The Fridge Or Freezer
While the fridge and freezer can be great places to store cannabis edibles, they are not good for storing your cannabis flower. The cold can damage the flower and its potency.
The Solution
Leave the cannabis out of the fridge and freezer!
7. Not Replacing Old Cannabis
Cannabis doesn’t last forever. It has a shelf life of about 6 months to a year before it will deteriorate in quality. Old cannabis won’t be potent or flavorful.
The Solution
Replace your cannabis once it gets too old. When you purchase your new stash, keep track of its lifespan. Don’t let it sit and degrade.
When you avoid these rookie mistakes, you can keep your cannabis fresh and flavorful. You won’t be wasting your money or harshing your smoke. You’ll get the most out of your cannabis for as long as possible.
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