water stone storage

Buddy Shaw · **Joined:** Sat Jul 18, 2009 3:39 pm **Posts:** 34

I was just wondering what way one would store there Japanese Water Stones, I ask as I have been told leaving the submerged at all times is best removing them only when used.
I understand that there is a time required for saturation however is it possible to over saturate a stone?

B Shaw

John DeArmond · **Joined:** Wed May 13, 2009 2:11 am **Posts:** 5

when not using our stones we store them dry on a small shelf. As for over saturating them, it is not something you have to worry about.

Buddy Shaw · **Joined:** Sat Jul 18, 2009 3:39 pm **Posts:** 34

thank you, just something I thought may one day be an issue.

Buddy Shaw

Buddy Shaw · **Joined:** Sat Jul 18, 2009 3:39 pm **Posts:** 34

thank you, just something I thought may one day be an issue.

Buddy Shaw

Kevin Toomey · **Joined:** Tue Feb 23, 2010 11:44 pm **Posts:** 1

Different manufacturers have different directions. Some require soak time prior to use, typically these can remain submerged, depending on your water this may be best as continual soak and dry cycles may leave mineral deposits in the voids. Others need only a splash on top and are ready to go. Do not soak, as many of these types can be harmed by continual soaking. Naturals should not be soaked

Buddy Shaw · **Joined:** Sat Jul 18, 2009 3:39 pm **Posts:** 34

thank you for the well advised thoughts.
Mine are natural and cost a pretty penny as they where purchased while visiting family in Japan, so thank you kindly for your imput.

B Shaw

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