substrate help

[Snakeman8]

i use news paper for mine.

[rmfsnakes32]

Like Mykee GunGirl and others said cover the top with plywood, foil (thats what I use on the few tanks I still have in use and it works great), also plexi glass it sounds like the damp towel isnt working well! Even covering 90% it with plastic wrap and misting daily will improve you humidity immediatley!

[DavethePython]

Cut a sheet of peg board and place it over the screen with holes cut out large enough that the lights won't burn the board . If you use heat lamps that is . I did that last year and I cut my misting in half and was able to keep the nice enclosure . I personally am against bins . Snakes do not live in bins in the wild , so I would rather give them a more natural environment . Not trying to criticize those of you who keep snakes in bins , it is just my preference . Also adding a nice pile of moss and keeping it wet helps with humidity , and also provides a nice moist place for them to burrow when shedding .

[Krissyw84]

I was having a problem with humidity too and I have a screen top. I covered it 3/4 with plastic wrap. I no longer have an issue with the humidity.... Hope this helps. Plastic wrap will prolly be a lil cheaper and easier than getting plywood or anything. Hope you find something that works for you.