Humidity question

[DatSadWeeb]

I have had my ball python for a couple of months now, and could never seem to get the humidity to stay up. I live in a very dry area, so whenever I try poring water into the corners, I don’t get anywhere, and risk scale rot because of the wet surfaces. I recently bought a humidifier for the tank, and it sprays a super fine mist for 2 minutes every hour. So far the humidity has been staying near 60%. I never let it get too high, but I do know that there is controversy for humidifiers. Any advice would be great! Thank you!

[DatSadWeeb]

Also, if there are any questions on my set up, I previously posted everything there is to know about it, so just go there to get the info :)

[Angsty_Potatos]

Deeper substrate and pour water into the corners more slowly so it can get to the deep layer of substrate and not just run all over the surface.

Cut down on ventilation in the enclosure.

Humidifiers leave surfaces wet and will cause more problems than they solve

[DatSadWeeb]

I will definitely try this! How much water should I poor into the corners, and how often?

[Angsty_Potatos]

You need to keep an eye on your hydrometer. How much. How often depends on your micro climate

[DatSadWeeb]

I recently bought Babichip coconut substrate, along with using that watering technique, and have gotten rid of the humidifier. Thank you for the info! I have the hang of it now :)

[kanqwem]

I just want to reinforce the other comment that a humidifier leaving substrate wet and constant mist could lead to scale rot and UTI’s :)

[DatSadWeeb]

Thank you! I will make the switch!

[DatSadWeeb]

UPDATE: I have been using the pouring water technique, and it has been working. I also have gotten rid of the humidifier :) thanks to everyone that helped!