Dumb Question About Racks..

[Sarin]

I want to set up my BP's enclosure on something that can later be turned into a rack because I know I will be getting more then one. My first idea was to build a rack/shelf system with black melamine. My other idea was to use plastic storage bins. I do not see many people using them and I wonder why? What are the cons of using these in comparison to wooden racks with plastic tubs? If I do go with this idea I am thinking of getting something like this but larger, and with more 'tubs'. I most likely won't since I probably won't find one 30" Wide and to my liking, but I thought I'd throw the idea out there.

http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/07...18_500X500.jpg

Let me know, thanks.

[llovelace]

The storage bins won't work for rodent or snakes, they are not escape proof. you'd be batter off buying or building a rack system.

[Kaorte]

yeah, the inside is not secure and they can easily move around inside and get out. I have seen people use the taller ones for rodents though.

[Sarin]

The escaping issue is what I figured the problem would be. I was just looking for some alternatives. Thanks for the quick response. I'll be visiting Home Depot and Rona tomorrow to look at their Melamine and see how much my (simple) rack would cost me.

[Kaorte]

I just build one with tubs and heat for under $200. I think that is about the average

[Sarin]

That's a very good price. I wil go ahead and do that then. I was actually just looking at your rack and the one I want to build is almost identical.

[Kaorte]

Awesome! Make sure to post pics when you are done!

[Jokester7689]

I use container store underbed drawers.
http://www.containerstore.com/browse...1&PRODID=59860

[TheVipersHouse]

Heres my racks


27 / 34 QT tub rack ( still gotta add 3 more shelves to it ) for around $200,
flex watt heat tape and 6 inch lights inter-connected down every level




24 / Shoebox container baby rack with flex watt heat tape around $125.00




and a older cage im converting into my new Bearded Dragon Habitat (still under construction )

[TheVipersHouse]

well an update to my cage in process its now 90% complete