Hi all,

I'm looking at getting a 48x18x18 vivarium made from MFC wood and I'm not sure about my heat sources. I live in the UK so not the warmest climate! I won't be looking to actually get any sort of snake until the late summer months but our winters can be pretty cold.

Would I need 2 heat sources in this size viv? Initially I was looking at getting an RHP to use overhead but I've been assured by a friend who keeps snakes and other reptiles that a heat mat under the tank and a CHE will be fine.

Initially I wasn't keen on using a CHE as I was worried about maintaining Humidity levels, but again I've been assured that I just need to mist the tank a bit more.

And would I need some sort of heat source on the cold side of the tank to maintain ambient temps??

Thanks!!