High humidity in new rack

Dude,if your humidity is too high,being cypress holds humidity high as it is,why don't u change substrates,that seems like the easiest way to solve your problem.

I was just wanting to see what yall were experiencing Ive used aspen but switched to cypress to get more humidity.

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Originally Posted by ironpython

I was just wanting to see what yall were experiencing Ive used aspen but switched to cypress to get more humidity.

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I am currently without cypress for the moment...mite outbreak so everyone is down to newspaper right now :( . I am still using aspen for my sand boa though, from using both substrates I can tell you they are about as opposite as you can get. Cypress resists fungal growth and holds humidity whereas aspen molds in a heart beat, doesn't hold humidity that well, but is very good at heat retention. If you live someplace with decent humidity year round and do not crank up the air conditioning too much then a larger water bowl with aspen might be most convenient for you...if you still want to use cypress but do not like the condensation then you can dry it out or just wipe out excess moisture after it's settled in.

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Originally Posted by ironpython

I was just wanting to see what yall were experiencing Ive used aspen but switched to cypress to get more humidity.

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Wel if you don't want to drill more holes in your tubs and if you are having humidity problems still,then just switch back to aspen..if you know it works,just leave it be I guess. I've heard if your getting condensation from high humidity it can't be good for your snake

Why don't u buy some adjustable small vents and cut out a spot in your tub and put them in and then adjust the vents to what works best

Thanks for the ideas folks, I dont want this to sound the wrong way but Ive been in the hobby almost two years and I know I sound like a newb but Ive dealt with humidity issues and resolved them. I guess what I was looking for was some feedback from someone who has dealt with the same issues with these particular racks. I think my problem is ambient room temps because my snakes are in a room where I have it comfortable for humans and need to have them in a room kept at higher temps.

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Originally Posted by ironpython

Thanks for the ideas folks, I dont want this to sound the wrong way but Ive been in the hobby almost two years and I know I sound like a newb but Ive dealt with humidity issues and resolved them. I guess what I was looking for was some feedback from someone who has dealt with the same issues with these particular racks. I think my problem is ambient room temps because my snakes are in a room where I have it comfortable for humans and need to have them in a room kept at higher temps.

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No worries...even after almost a decade of experience I still trip up here and there...apprentices in an art devoid of a master I suppose one would say. Have you tried an indoor space heater?

Using Aspen.... Six 1/2" holes on each side and 3 holes in the back. Water dish in the front.

You will hold 60-70% fairly well. If it gets low, push the water dish to the rear a bit.

This should give you an idea.....

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/h...psc3e6e039.jpg

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Originally Posted by coreydelong

Using Aspen.... Six 1/2" holes on each side and 3 holes in the back. Water dish in the front.

You will hold 60-70% fairly well. If it gets low, push the water dish to the rear a bit.

This should give you an idea.....

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/h...psc3e6e039.jpg

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yep that's how mine is too

Thanks I was planning to get aspen this week

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