Will the drainage holes still drain with paper towels or reptile carpet on bottom?

[aimhigher38]

Im preparing for my adult enclosure and im trying to figure out drainage. Do u guys just drill small holes in the center of the bottom and let the water drain out that way? Do u guys leave the bottm bare or still put paper towels on the bottom? Will paper towels or reptile carpet allow the water to still drain out of those holes?

 

[Draco1702]

I have multiple holes in the bottom of my cages to ensure drainage. The best option is to leave the bottom of your enclosure bare - this way you will not have anything to interfere with proper drainage and it will be easier to clean.

 

[laurie]

Yes the will drain, but only after you have a total soggy mess if you use the carpet. The towels would need to be changes all time, so i agree, keep the bottom bare, it is what most of us do.

 

[aimhigher38]

Thanks for the advice! So you guys just clean the poop on the bottom each time then?

 

[laurie]

Yes, one quick swipe with a paper towel and all is good again. That way you also know what is going on with your cham. You will learn lots, and lots about poop on the forum.