Mould

[Sophieg]

So I completely cleaned out my Ball Python 2 days ago, I look in the tank today and his wood has mould all over it... I wouldn't say it's coated but there's more than a tiny bit.. I'm guessing i didn't let it dry out enough eventhough it looked dry? Anyway, my question is, is it possible to clean it properly or should I just throw it out? If i throw it out is there any other alternatives for climbing decor (that looks natural) to replace it?

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[Stewart_Reptiles]

Some type of wood are just not mean to be in higher humidity environment and will develop mold fairly quickly every time, if you want a natural looking environment I would recommend cork, large pieces are pricey but they can be used even in tropical environment and are commonly used by rhac owners because they do not mold.

[Bogertophis]

Mold can be persistent, but if you like this decor piece & want to try to save it, I'd first scrub* it down & then try baking it in the oven on a very low setting
(200* or lower) for 30-60 minutes, making sure you keep an eye on it. Once it's dried & cooled off, you might also want to coat it with a "no-VOC" water-
proofing product designed to seal wood...and make sure it's totally dry with no smell before using it in cage again.

*using water & a bit of dish soap; you might also try some vinegar on places where the mold it, then rinse it off. DO NOT use bleach on wood, the fumes will
remain & sicken/harm your snake. (wood absorbs bleach...don't use lots of vinegar either, just on the places where you see the mold, wait, & rinse well after)

I hope this works for you...it's what I'd do in your situation. Mold can be persistent about returning.

[Craiga 01453]

I'd toss them and start fresh.

Find some downed limbs in your yard or somewhere nearby. Bake them in the oven at 250° for 2 hours. I've used this technique for years and never seen mold.

[Sophieg]

I'd toss them and start fresh.

Find some downed limbs in your yard or somewhere nearby. Bake them in the oven at 250° for 2 hours. I've used this technique for years and never seen mold.

Okay thanks, ik they can't have pine or cedar but is there any other types of wood they can't have?

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[Craiga 01453]

Okay thanks, ik they can't have pine or cedar but is there any other types of wood they can't have?

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Not that I'm aware of. Lots of oak trees in my area, so that's what I use.

[Bogertophis]

I live where there's lots of trees & also use branches from my yard+....but didn't know if you had a really nice hunk of driftwood or similar thing you were trying
to save? It can be hard to get rid of mold, but might be worth a try?

[Sophieg]

I live where there's lots of trees & also use branches from my yard+....but didn't know if you had a really nice hunk of driftwood or similar thing you were trying
to save? It can be hard to get rid of mold, but might be worth a try?

I live by a bunch of trees too but they r all fullllll of sap .. I don't have any other wood either unfortunately

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