Cages

I have a question about building a custom made enclosure for a ball python. What type of wood is safe to use when building the cage. Obviously, cedar is out of the question. Which type is the best to use?

Im sorry 10x in advance for being out of topic. I dont know anything about what you are asking. But your Avatar is hilarious.... in a evil kind of way :rofl:

Back when I built homemade cages I preferred using oak laminated plywood and lined the inside to protect it from moisture etc. It looked nice and held up very well.

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Originally Posted by Danounet

Im sorry 10x in advance for being out of topic. I dont know anything about what you are asking. But your Avatar is hilarious.... in a evil kind of way :rofl:

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I just noticed that and it reminds me of a time I wasn't paying attention and took a step and fell down an entire flight of stairs. I had to laugh about it when I reached the bottom, I was unhurt by the fall. :rolleye2:

I used birch and oak on my enclosure -- and then sealed it with marine grade wood sealant. I've had it for almost a year, and I haven't had any problems with warping or anything. Also, I used plexiglass for the floor, which made it super easy to use heat tape.

Here's a link to pics of my cage if you need any ideas http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...ad.php?t=92263

Good luck!

George

chapskis1, that's a really nice setup.

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Originally Posted by jben

chapskis1, that's a really nice setup.

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Indeed. I am impressed.

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Originally Posted by Danounet

Im sorry 10x in advance for being out of topic. I dont know anything about what you are asking. But your Avatar is hilarious.... in a evil kind of way :rofl:

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I just spent 5 mins laughing, no matter how many times i see it, it's still bloody hilarious...

I have been searching craigs list and freecycle and driving the alleys this morning looking for old furniture to convert. I really want to have/make something that has drawers or cabinet to keep all the supply stuff hidden and out of the way.

Loving the link, something like that would be great.

I use exterior grade plywood for my cages and paint with latex based paint for water resistance. If making a cage for a BP, I line the inside with vinyl in various forms as well for full moisture protection. :)

As for drawers/cabinets for storage, dogday, you could simply incorporate that into a nice stand if you couldn't find furniture (some of which shouldn't be converted because of hidden material issues, like lead paint).