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Newbie questions

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  • 02-25-2013, 11:30 PM
    Raven01
    Re: Newbie questions
    cypress, eco-earth and sphagnum(peat) moss all help with humidity stabilizing in glass terrariums (open top type).
  • 02-25-2013, 11:48 PM
    TheSnakeGuy
    Re: Newbie questions
    The solution to the mesh top tank humidity issue.

    Took a 20 gal long with sliding screen top, removed the mesh, added plexiglass with drilled holes for ventilation, and turned it on it's side.

    Holds humidity amazingly well. I only mist about every 3 days now and when I do it has to be very minimal or humidity jumps to 70%+ and I get condensation that has to be wiped away.


    http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/...ps870e79f1.jpg
  • 02-26-2013, 12:34 AM
    Sparky277
    Re: Newbie questions
    Is plexiglass more heat resistant than acrylic? Acrylic warps if light gets too close.

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    Is plexiglass more heat resistant than acrylic? Acrylic warps if light gets too close.
  • 02-26-2013, 12:37 AM
    TheSnakeGuy
    Re: Newbie questions
    No part of the plexi gets anywhere near hot enough to warp anything. The light you see above is a halogen strip light to warm the air. It's all belly heat.
  • 02-26-2013, 11:27 PM
    Sparky277
    Re: Newbie questions
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by TheSnakeGuy View Post
    No part of the plexi gets anywhere near hot enough to warp anything. The light you see above is a halogen strip light to warm the air. It's all belly heat.


    Nice setup. Thanks everyone for all the info. Got a few things to tweak.btw she just shed,one second grey eyed,go back in there an hour later and she was done.was hoping to see it but glad it's done. Looks like all came off in one piece. Again thank you everyone.
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