Reptilelover47
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To those of you who build your own custom enclosures with fixed items inside that can't be moved around... How do you manage to keep it clean?
I'm about to build my own and want to be sure to plan well. Let me know if you have any pointers on what to/not to do.
I'm going to be repurposing a piece of furniture. I attached a photo below. I'll be cutting windows into the sides and placing screen. Lighting will be attached to the ceiling inside, but there will be a screen barrier to keep cham from getting too close. Drawer will be used for water drainage. Underneath used for storage and misting system reservoir. Shelves will, of course, be taken out.
I'll be using Seal Once Exotic (safe) wood sealer inside. It's used for waterproofing wooden porches & outdoor furniture, but the company realized some people wanted to use it for reptile terrariums and made one that's supposed to be non-toxic and stand up in enclosures. Apparently, they made one for aquariums too. But, I'm also considering using pond liner to line the inside of the enclosure and keep wood entirely covered. Thoughts?
Thanks!
I'm about to build my own and want to be sure to plan well. Let me know if you have any pointers on what to/not to do.
I'm going to be repurposing a piece of furniture. I attached a photo below. I'll be cutting windows into the sides and placing screen. Lighting will be attached to the ceiling inside, but there will be a screen barrier to keep cham from getting too close. Drawer will be used for water drainage. Underneath used for storage and misting system reservoir. Shelves will, of course, be taken out.
I'll be using Seal Once Exotic (safe) wood sealer inside. It's used for waterproofing wooden porches & outdoor furniture, but the company realized some people wanted to use it for reptile terrariums and made one that's supposed to be non-toxic and stand up in enclosures. Apparently, they made one for aquariums too. But, I'm also considering using pond liner to line the inside of the enclosure and keep wood entirely covered. Thoughts?
Thanks!
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