seal up al the cracks on the sides. and also to protect from moisture if you decide to use tubs without lids
08-22-2012, 01:57 AM
youbeyouibei
Re: wood
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Originally Posted by hunter0443
ok and what do u mean sealed and stuff u mean like no space between the rubbermaid and the top shelf ?
No, by "sealed" he means that the wood is covered with a coating of something: polyurethane, lacquer, shellac, paint, etc. to keep it from releasing the fumes contained in the wood and sap. Wood will expand and contract with moisture/humidity levels and that can cause the wood to warp it's shape. Have you ever gone to the lumber store and looked at a 2x4 and seen how some of them twist and others bend to one side so they're not longer straight? That's from the board/wood loosing moisture, even when they're kiln dried. Long story short, your best bet would be to use melamine, something along these lines or buy a rack that's been professionally made:
Melamine is basically chipped wood that has been ground into small pieces which are then glued together to form a board and plastic is then glued on the edges on all four sides. It's heavy as can be and not very stable over a long length (I wouldn't exceed three feet or so without supporting it in the middle) as it will tend to sag over time. I don't know you and I'm not trying to start anything but unless you're good with tools or know someone that is, you'd probably be better off spending the money and ordering a professionally built rack. Do what you like but in the long run I think you would be happier going that route rather than trying to build one. Reptile Basics has some nice ones that are pretty affordable and include the tubs; Animal Plastics also has their Economy Line of racks that are very well built. Good luck, whatever route you take!
08-22-2012, 09:48 AM
hunter0443
well my gf is a carpenter and she said she would help and im an electrician soo i thats helps alot and thank you guys
