Best way to clean enclosure ?

Going to do a full cleanup of my bp's tank in a week, just wondering what you have found is the best solution for cleaning enclosures ?

Snake bytes recommended this stuff called F10 Veterinarian Disinfectant, but it seems pricy. Although a small bottle is supposed to last a whole year for 30 snakes, so probably many many years for just one snake.

Ive also heard using Dawn soap with warm water will suffice. What is the most efficient (and cost efficient) way to clean your enclosures and hides and water dishes ? Im kind of a clean freak because Im afraid she might get mites : ) Thanks guys and let me know

Bleach/water solution in a squirt bottle works well, I also like healthy habitat but it's not the best for disinfecting I think.

I use just windex. Simple quick and easy to find. Never had any issues and it disinfects well enough for them.

Shmank you guys, Ill try the bleach/water first and see how it works. I probably should let it air out before putting my bp directly back in, right ? Bleach smell typically seems to linger.

Windex would prolly be okay for my current 20 gal glass, but im switching to my PVC in a month or so, would windex work for that too?

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Originally Posted by mattchibi

Shmank you guys, Ill try the bleach/water first and see how it works. I probably should let it air out before putting my bp directly back in, right ? Bleach smell typically seems to linger.

Windex would prolly be okay for my current 20 gal glass, but im switching to my PVC in a month or so, would windex work for that too?

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Yea let it air dry after wiping it out with either solution/choice (bleach or windex but NEVER BOTH!!) and yes windex is fine for PVC and other materials.

I also use a 50/50 vinegar/water mix. Some people can't stand the smell of vinegar (I use distilled white vinegar)... but I've used it for so long I've gotten use to it. It's also streak-free on glass. With birds in the house I have to be extra careful with anything fumey. The vinegar is perfectly safe, and is the -best ever- for breaking down poo.

I use chlorohexidine to disinfect my tubs.

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Originally Posted by ballpythonluvr

I use chlorohexidine to disinfect my tubs.

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Chlorhexidine is good!

Ohh i forgot i use just antibacterial dish soap on the water bowls. Sometimes a small dash of bleach. and if there is water deposits on it water + vinegar FTW!

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Originally Posted by ballpythonluvr

I use chlorohexidine to disinfect my tubs.

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x2. I bought a gallon jug ($8 or so on Amazon, I think...) and it's going to last longer than I will from the ratio it calls for it to be mixed at. A gallon jug was overkill but at least I'll have plenty, lol!