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    I SO understand...I have some very large glass tanks that are a stretch for me to reach into the bottom of as well, but in part because of the height of the
    furniture they're sitting on. So maybe you need to re-think what this tank is setting on? It's not hard to find a coffee table (etc) that a 40 gal. tank will fit on,
    & remember, stretching is good for you.

    Heat lamps are ok as supplemental heating, but first off I'd recommend using UTH (under tank heat). You don't want a heavy glass tank sitting on wires, so
    what I use is rubber weatherstripping that comes on a flat roll (available in any hardware/home improvement store)- it's peel & stick & I install it on the bottom
    edges of all my tanks, leaving a few gaps (1-2") for wires to go thru and for the UTH to "breathe" as required for safe operation.

    If you're a "do-it-yourselfer" like I am, & obviously gunkle is, there are ways to customize (re-purpose) furniture cabinets to be both practical & functional while
    looking good, but honestly for what you want, I think the prices on "showcasecages" are not bad at all, when you add up both know-how & features you want.
    I have no feedback about their cages one way or the other, I always recommend further investigation, especially for such an investment, but I see why you like.

    There is/was? a company that builds cages with hoods, but you'd still have the height issue, & as you say, you plan to be dealing with this for quite a while. For
    that matter, a local handyman (one that doesn't pass out when he or she sees a snake) might be able to help you with a custom hood without it costing "an arm
    & a leg". BTW, glass tanks are NOT all the same exact dimensions for any given capacity, so before you invest in a ready-made "hood", measure TWICE & check
    carefully with the source. Have you checked with any local tropical fish shops? They may know of someone who could help you customize with a hood, etc.

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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    Quote Originally Posted by melissa View Post
    I did see your thread in DIY before I posted here! Actually it was what made me realize how out of my depth I'd be attempting to build something on my own!

    Though I do admire your skills!!
    Thanks for the compliment. Not much on the skills though. It was very basic woodworking. Home Depot did most of the cuts for me. I really like the looks of the work at Showcase cages. That is skill, but its all doable with a little help. You may be surprised what your friends can do or know. On the other hand pretends2bnormal is correct that you can make a PVC cage fit into most rooms nicely. Just remember that BP's typically don't like to be in high traffic areas. I would look into construction and thickness of materials of any PVC cage your interested in as it could be done cheaply or with care and well made. Also show off your new little one. We love pictures.
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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    For pvc cages, I really like my Reptile Basics cages. Their turnaround is far shorter than anyone else, usually 2-3 weeks. I haven’t seen Orb cages in person, so I have no idea about quality or order times. They are very innovative, but also pricy. Links to both below.

    http://www.reptilebasics.com/reptile-cages/

    https://www.terra-orb.com/store/c6/Orbs.html
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    Hudson 1988 1.0 Colombian rainbow; Yang 2002 1.0 Corn snake; Merlin 2000 1.0 Solomon Island ground boa; Kett 2015 1.0 Diamond Jungle Jaguar carpet python; Dakota 2014 0.0.1 Children’s python

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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    Quote Originally Posted by Dianne View Post
    For pvc cages, I really like my Reptile Basics cages. Their turnaround is far shorter than anyone else, usually 2-3 weeks. I haven’t seen Orb cages in person, so I have no idea about quality or order times. They are very innovative, but also pricy. Links to both below.

    http://www.reptilebasics.com/reptile-cages/

    https://www.terra-orb.com/store/c6/Orbs.html
    Never heard of the Terra-Orb once but they are nice looking glass cages.
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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    Quote Originally Posted by gunkle View Post
    Never heard of the Terra-Orb once but they are nice looking glass cages.
    Somebody here posted that they had seen these at a show. Of course I had to go check them out.
    Other Snakes:
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    Ball pythons:
    Eli 1990 1.0 Normal; Buttercup 2015 1.0 Albino; Artemis 2015 0.1 Dragonfly; Orion 2015 1.0 Banana Pinstripe; Button 2018 1.0 Blue Eyed Lucy; Piper 2018 0.1 Piebald; Belle 2018 0.1 Lemonblast; Sabrina 2017 0.1 Mojave; Selene 2017 0.1 Banana Mojave; Loki 2018 1.0 Pastel Mystic Potion; Cuervo 2018 1.0 Banana Piebald; Claude 2017 1.0 Albino Pastel Spider; Penelope 2016 0.1 Lesser

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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    Quote Originally Posted by Dianne View Post
    Somebody here posted that they had seen these at a show. Of course I had to go check them out.
    I may have to borrow the Tree post in the middle idea in my crested gecko enclosure when I get to building it.
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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    I am a fan of Jim's cages at pvccages.com. I have used them (still do) and have been very satisfied with them
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    Re: Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    It sounds like you need a handyman to make you a canopy— to hide all the above equipment.

    I’ve hired carpenters to make me things before- it’s worth it.

    Showcase has been around a long time. I’ve always felt they’re expensive for what they were.

    I do like the PVC, I’ve seen many setups that look very nice.

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    It's not lightweight, but I really love my front-opening exo-terras. They are really nice to look at -- I put in lots of decorations and real and artificial pants. Easy to clean and easy to maintain humidity when the top is mostly covered. I bought one on discount at a reptile store-- I asked them when they would go on sale. I bought the other one used on Craigslist and just scrubbed and cleaned it well and put it in the sun before using it.
    2 BP's, one ratsnake, 2 dogs, 3 cats, 2 small caged birds, 7 chickens, and a toddler in a pear tree

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    Lightweight, attractive enclosure for 1 snake?

    Quote Originally Posted by FollowTheSun View Post
    It's not lightweight, but I really love my front-opening exo-terras. They are really nice to look at -- I put in lots of decorations and real and artificial pants. Easy to clean and easy to maintain humidity when the top is mostly covered. I bought one on discount at a reptile store-- I asked them when they would go on sale. I bought the other one used on Craigslist and just scrubbed and cleaned it well and put it in the sun before using it.
    Same ... they’re really cheap if you get used ones and they clean up easily ..look new .

    They have such a huge range of size/shapes plus good quality fittings .

    I also like the raised windows/doors which gives a waterproof lower section if you want a water feature of some kind ... great for amphibians and BRBs ..



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