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Thanks. I've made a few improvements I need to update the thread on, but I've been short on time.

I've made some modifications to the floor for drainage. I'll post up some pics soon.

My plants keep dying. Not sure if I need another grow light or to go with different species. :/

That's another good idea. Just make sure 1 of 2 things. 1: If the PVC is flat make sure the diameter is less than the sink, otherwise water will go over the edges. You could put something heavy inside like a potted plant to create a slope/flex. You could also build a lower floor with a lip...

Oh you guys got that! Be sure to post pics.

Much appreciated and I definitely agree that it was very involved. I might have went a little overboard with reinforcing and waterproofing, but I wanted it to out last several Chams if needed. A $200.00 project turned into 3x that, loads of time, and lots of trial and error learning. For...

Is the ExoTerra an all glass enclosure? If so, that does help with humidity, but it isn't ideal for Chams. You want airflow for your Cham and also to assist drying out the enclosure between mistings to prevent mold and bacteria. As for your substrate, none is needed. If you want to increase...

Thank you. It was my first time building a vivarirum so don't be intimidated! Most of it was just research and execution.

Both Lowes and Home Depot carry aluminum screen. It's right next to the fabric/fiberglass in the screening aisle in rolls. You will also find the gauged metal mesh in that aisle as well, but I don't think it's stainless so you'd need to get a good coat of paint on it to prevent rust (for the...

Oh and be sure to paint and seal the wood framing after it's together, but before you screen. I assume you're going with white looking at the lower vanity, so you can get a good outdoor paint that's mold/mildew resistant. You could also raise the top frame a bit with crown molding or trim to...

http://www.bloomsandbranches.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=1845 Is also another good option. It seems odd to get them from craft stores, but I found out people use them for center pieces at weddings. This lets you buy them at a cheaper rate where with a pet store/supply they gouge you for 2-3x the...

I would build a frame that same depth and width (whatever height you desire) to sit flush against the sink and then used your preferred plastic lighting mesh, 8 gauge stainless mesh, etc as your floor base. As for the wall, the one or two wouldn't pose issues if you have the other two and top...

I searched everywhere for my build and found the cheapest to be at http://www.save-on-crafts.com/ghostwood.html I also did not use Grapewood as its properties are not mold/mildew resistant and will deteriorate over time, so I used Ghostwood instead - Manzanita is also a good choice, but the...

Thank you kindly.

After the foam dried I painted on Brown GEII silicone and then sprinkled a generous amount of coconut fiber on top while it was still wet while applying a little bit of pressure to make sure it stuck. Wear gloves.

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Thank you, it was my first time. Dooo eeet!

A before and after. Pic of him since the enclosure has been getting the spot light.

That's a good amount of mist! Nice work. My only issue is that the mud pan is 13" wide while my enclosure is 31" wide. I might me able to make it with two, but I don't have a lot of room up top for it running my single PowerSun for UVA/UVB/heat, a 22" hood with a 5k Flora light, and the existing...

I think it would work with anything given proper motivation and approach. What kind of dresser? Like an armoire? Have an example? After I used the great stuff foam on the background and it dried, I smeared brown silicone over the foam, and while it was still wet I sprinkled coconut fiber...