Questions about heat and light

Yep, I second the lining of that box in some way. Personally, I think a good option would be Formica, or maybe vinyl floor covering. You can get it in about any color at hardware stores. You cut it to one piece per side/bottom/top, and only need to worry about sealing where the walls meet the bottom and top. Use a silicone sealant for that. that should keep it from getting to your wood, and would be easy to clean up.

It's a great looking enclosure. I third the lining the inside with something. Can I ask why you used particle board though? It would look so much better with real wood.

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Maybe use acrylic for the bottom?

My vet recommends UVB light, but as we briefly discussed in another thread, some of the more experienced users brought up great points: how much light can a nocturnal creature who spends all day hiding underground possibly need? As long as heat is being met, you are fine. Is it *possible* UVB light improves quality of light for BPs? Who knows? But what we do know is apparently you can have perfectly healthy BPs in a setup like yours with no light. So it's your choice. :)

Waterbased Polyurathane has worked great for me as a sealer in multiple coats . I would also reccomed putting vinyl on the floor as well as up the sides abit . .Stain, Seal, vinyl , silicone .

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Originally Posted by O'Mathghamhna

Maybe use acrylic for the bottom?

My vet recommends UVB light, but as we briefly discussed in another thread, some of the more experienced users brought up great points: how much light can a nocturnal creature who spends all day hiding underground possibly need? As long as heat is being met, you are fine. Is it *possible* UVB light improves quality of light for BPs? Who knows? But what we do know is apparently you can have perfectly healthy BPs in a setup like yours with no light. So it's your choice. :)

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UV also breaks down plastics (acrylic) and coatings.
If you are going to use a paint on then make sure it is for outdoor use to handle the moisture. Give it time to gass out

Thanks guys.

You wwere a great help but dont know if you saw my recent post, my current enclosure is a bust for me.

More money spent in BP proofing it than anything else.
Going for a simple RUB enclosure!

Thank you!!!!!