reptile basics or Ap economy racs

[Blue Apple Herps]

I can't tell from the pics on the websites, but what are the RB and AP racks made out of? Are they painted/finished wood? Hubby's good with woodworking, so we're trying to price out if it's cheaper to build our own or buy one. I want something that will be well insulated, but I don't want to deal with melamine. It'd be helpful to know what RB and AP use, since everyone raves about them.

I didn't realize BPs would be so freakin addictive!

They're a type of plastic, I believe its expanded PVC and the brand name is Sintra.

[monk90222]

RBI racks all the way. I just ordered my 12th and 13th rack from them. Rich is a great guy with great service......

[Denial]

I would get the heat tape if you go with ap. I have bad experiences with the heat cable they sell. But other then that I love the racks and cages from them.