Ok, here is the scenario: I have an existing 16’x10’ room that has a closet on one end. The closet measures 68”Wx39”Dx9’H ceiling. The entry to the closet was the overlapping sliding door style (which have been removed) and measures 57”Wx80”H centered. (sketch attached). All walls/ceiling are texture coated and painted drywall. I was previously using this space as an alcove to house my old big screen tv and electronics, so I have a 110v outlet inside along the left wall at midlevel. Existing flooring is a water-resistant wood laminate with vapor barrier on slab.

Construction:
What should I attach to the walls and how? Sources for materials highly appreciated. Directly tack planks of Spanish cedar to the walls? Another product first, then a thin layer of Spanish cedar? Skip the SC for the walls altogether and use it for shelves only? Smaller details like how much spacing for expansion are welcome too (read a suggestion to butt the joints). I’m thinking of using the existing entry way, but having a door/window company come install a sliding door or maybe a couple panels of glass and a swinging door in the center.

Humidification:
I’m in the Southern California desert, so I’m going to need active humidification. The room is tied into the central HVAC unit of the house, with a supply vent on the opposite side of the room from the closet humidor. I have no plans to install a split AC unit in this room – just too small and no where to vent out to or get sufficient power. I welcome feedback/suggestions from all of you.

TL/DR: What do I line my closet with and how do I humidify it?






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