set up location

newguy07 · September 6, 2009, 02:33 PM

Just ordered my a lee classic press and the whole set up with it and am decideing where to locate my stuff. I would like to do it in the basement but not sure if this is an ok place to store powders/primers etc? Is a basement too humid will it ruin things? My basement is partially finished, doesn't really leak water or antything. I also have a gas furnace in the basement in a seperate room if that matters.

bignz · September 6, 2009, 02:54 PM

Powder should be fine in containers - not so sure about primers. The biggest thing will be if you start seeing rust spots on your press and other tools. If that were a problem I would look for another place or work on dehumidifying the basement. I reload as a hobby and take pride in keeping all the tools in tip top shape, I've seen others who don't take it as seriously and they don't mind at all if their stuff deteriorates and they have to replace...and they are good people and get what they need out of their stuff, it's just not my style.

sc928porsche · September 6, 2009, 02:56 PM

I dont see why you cant use the basement for a reloding set up. Many use their garages. It would be a good idea to open a window a little when you are down there just for some fresh air. I do keep my powder and primers stored in a cool dry room however that is separate from my reloading area.

September 6, 2009, 02:33 PM	#1
newguy07 Senior Member Join Date: February 8, 2007 Posts: 134	set up location Just ordered my a lee classic press and the whole set up with it and am decideing where to locate my stuff. I would like to do it in the basement but not sure if this is an ok place to store powders/primers etc? Is a basement too humid will it ruin things? My basement is partially finished, doesn't really leak water or antything. I also have a gas furnace in the basement in a seperate room if that matters.

September 6, 2009, 02:56 PM	#3
sc928porsche Senior Member Join Date: May 29, 2008 Location: now living in alabama Posts: 2,433	I dont see why you cant use the basement for a reloding set up. Many use their garages. It would be a good idea to open a window a little when you are down there just for some fresh air. I do keep my powder and primers stored in a cool dry room however that is separate from my reloading area. __________________ No such thing as a stupid question. What is stupid is not asking it.

September 6, 2009, 02:54 PM	#2
bignz Senior Member Join Date: February 17, 2009 Location: North Texas Posts: 196	Powder should be fine in containers - not so sure about primers. The biggest thing will be if you start seeing rust spots on your press and other tools. If that were a problem I would look for another place or work on dehumidifying the basement. I reload as a hobby and take pride in keeping all the tools in tip top shape, I've seen others who don't take it as seriously and they don't mind at all if their stuff deteriorates and they have to replace...and they are good people and get what they need out of their stuff, it's just not my style.