So I think I'm going to begin prep for a rack system.
(I've got nothing better to do than to create paradise for my babies )
My questions are:
1. If you use plastic tubs made of sterilite, can you put a UTH or other heating pad type thing DIRECTLY onto the bottom of the tub? Or will those get hot enough to melt plastic?
If it's too hot to use, this leads me to my next question:
2. Where do I buy Flexwatt, and what's this I hear about needing some special tool to "activate" it? How much would I need? And how do I attach it to the tubs--can it be directly applied, or does it need some type of spacer? If it needs space, what do I use that is thin enough so the heat will still reach the BP, but not hot enough to melt the tub?
3. I know 41 qt. is average for adult BP's, but that seems awfully small to me, especially for creating a warm and cool side. Could some people possibly show me some pictures of an adult BP in the size of tub they use, with the tub capacity (qts)? I lack an adult BP right now so I'm not quite sure how one would look in a tub.
4. What in the world should I use for the rack? Wood? Metal? I've seen both. I was hoping someone could give me pros/cons--and especially costs of each since I'm on a somewhat low budget.
5. Would ANY of these storage containers work (they are from Walmart)? Also, do they need to be completely clear colored or is a see-through color on the sides fine?
(am I allowed to post photos if I give Walmart full credit for them?)
Measures: 20''L x 19.25''W x 7.38''H
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sterilite-...-of-4/10401061
Dimensions: 23.18 L x 16.88 W x 12.5 H", 58 quarts
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sterilite-...-of-8/14138802
(also have the above pink one in clear white color)
Dimensions: 26.375 x 16.0 x 12.125 , 105 quarts.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sterilite-...-of-4/13376578
Dimensions: 34.88 L x 16.75 W x 13 H", 90 quarts
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/detai...72036854775808
Dimensions: 26.13 L x 18.25 W x 6.38 H", 40 quart
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/detai...72036854775808

Do you think any of those tubs will work? Sorry for all the photos, but I'm really confused about all this tub business.
Any and all help appreciated. Thanks so much.