Using stain/polyurethane on the inside of an enclosure?

So I’m currently building a new enclosure and thought about using a stain/polyurethane two in one on the inside of the enclosure but am not sure if this is a good idea. Would it hold up to the moisture? Would it be safe for a snake? Has anyone else done this and can share how it worked out?

Best if you can find a NO- VOC stain (no "volatile organic compounds") as stains will off-gas for a long time & are toxic. You would then need to completely seal
it with a similarly-safe water-proofing product (& probably multiple coats to avoid damaging the wood with long-term moisture). You'll need to air out the enclosure
thoroughly before use...NO odors should remain. If you are in a hurry to use such an enclosure, this won't make you happy, but as long as you have lots of time...?

Normal polyurethane dries safe for snakes, I believe, but I can't speak for a "2 in 1" product...I wouldn't think so. You might do better to just line the enclosure with
something like tile board, then seal the corners with aquarium sealant (silicone).

I sealed mine with this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00D2...b_b_asin_title

It's a :cens0r::cens0r::cens0r::cens0r::cens0r: to work with, but should get the job done

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I sealed mine with this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00D2...b_b_asin_title

It's a :cens0r::cens0r::cens0r::cens0r::cens0r: to work with, but should get the job done

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+1. I've done 3 enclosures with this on the inside and stain on the outside

Also as mentioned above it takes time to air out. I brought my cages outside to air out and when I couldn't I had a fan blowing air through them in the basement for at least a week till there was no more odor.