Do PVC terrariums need silicone?

[Gio]

Well, I learn something new every day still. As much as people rave about Animal Plastics products I would have expected higher build quality/better manufacturing processes.
Most pet stores carry aquarium grade silicone and would be both the easiest and most expensive place to find what you need.
However, After a bit of digging I turned up a 3 pack of aquarium grade (100% silicone with no mould/mildew inhibitors) at the local hardware store for around $12. It was Weathershield brand and specifies that it is aquarium grade on each tube.

The build quality is good. These cages and some others are meant to be shipped and self assembled. They tend to be less money than a pre-built cage because of the shipping cost difference.

The sealing process is VERY simple and takes minutes. 1 day to dry and you are set. If you use a decent amount of substrate, depending on the type, even if you did not seal you'd probably be OK. Our royal never dumps water, and the urates are mostly absorbed by the substrate.

That said, sealing a cage is so simple, why not do it??

I use a Pro-Line cage for my boa and feel the quality is excellent. I hear the same about AP.

Quick seal and enjoy!