kt_gobucks
02-20-13, 12:29 PM
Hi everyone! I've been reading your forum for a week now and want to say thanks for all the great posts, information, pictures, ideas, and more!
I am in the processes of building a new enclosure for my boa and with so many knowledgeable people out there, I thought I would share my ideas and ask for any advice you might have! :hmm:
Here's where I am am so far. I have two panels for the sides measuring 24" X 26.5" built from 1/4" plexiglass framed with birch, non directional at this point.
22651
I plan to make one more panel for the front which will be attached with a piano hinge to allow full access, hinging downward, with a latch or two at the top to prevent escape. Size is undetermined.
The back, bottom, and top will be birch 2-sided plywood, 3/8" thick.
At this point I am thinking 26.5" high, 24" deep, and 36-48" across.
80 watt radiant heat panel attached along the back or top with a thermostat.
I am also going to build a cabinet with wheels for the bottom.
Other thoughts:
Drill holes along the back or install small vents for fresh air.
Increase the height by adding plywood panels.
Back wall substrate, use a rock wall imitation.
Add a shelf and branches for climbing.
Vinyl substrate on the bottom for cleaning.
Add an addition at a later time for other reptiles, gecko, another snake, etc.
:freakedout::freakedout::freakedout:
Thanks!
I am in the processes of building a new enclosure for my boa and with so many knowledgeable people out there, I thought I would share my ideas and ask for any advice you might have! :hmm:
Here's where I am am so far. I have two panels for the sides measuring 24" X 26.5" built from 1/4" plexiglass framed with birch, non directional at this point.
22651
I plan to make one more panel for the front which will be attached with a piano hinge to allow full access, hinging downward, with a latch or two at the top to prevent escape. Size is undetermined.
The back, bottom, and top will be birch 2-sided plywood, 3/8" thick.
At this point I am thinking 26.5" high, 24" deep, and 36-48" across.
80 watt radiant heat panel attached along the back or top with a thermostat.
I am also going to build a cabinet with wheels for the bottom.
Other thoughts:
Drill holes along the back or install small vents for fresh air.
Increase the height by adding plywood panels.
Back wall substrate, use a rock wall imitation.
Add a shelf and branches for climbing.
Vinyl substrate on the bottom for cleaning.
Add an addition at a later time for other reptiles, gecko, another snake, etc.
:freakedout::freakedout::freakedout:
Thanks!