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Old 10-15-11, 12:39 PM   #1
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Cave / Climbing "rock"

I wanted something that my snakes could use for climbing and for sitting. Something that would work as a shelf, climbing branch, basking rock, and cave. You know, a do it all in one.

So, I bought 2 tubs of appropriate height and width. Cut a shaped hole out of all four sides. Sprayed first with some Krylon Fusion brown - consider it a primer of sorts. I then sprayed with a textured paint that looks like sandstone.

I am extremely happy with the result. I can still fit a hide inside the "cave". The snakes can climb it, rest on top, go in and out, and if I may say so, it looks pretty good:





You could also save some cutting by doing the same with a little plastic step stool. I thought of this afterward, but I think this gives a bit more security. The snakes can "hide" inside against the cave wall if they want.
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Re: Cave / Climbing "rock"

Nice work. does Krylon adhere to poly?

Hate to see it chip up over time.
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Yes, Krylon Fusion is specifically made for plastics. It bonds with no primer, which is why I used it first. It is pretty amazing stuff. I used it on my old motorcycles as well.
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Rustoleum also makes a plastic specific paint which would work as well.
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My King already has the hang of it:



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sharp photos... king looks good.
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Thanks! The ol' Droid X doesn't do to badly.
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looks like he's enjoying it!
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Re: Cave / Climbing "rock"

Looks good! You're quite creative. Your king definitely seems to be enjoying it
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Thats pretty cool haha. Thanks for sharing.
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