You say to
"Attach the probe from your Accurite, try to get it dead center of the mat. As you can see, I'm not using hot-glue to attach this probe. I will later, the next time it gets a deep clean."
If your not using glue this time, how are you attaching it? I'm trying to set up my cage right now, actually a couple cages while I'm waiting for a different size UTH to come in, and the my thermostat probe is massive! Your post is very helpful though, I just need a bit of clarification since this is my first time owning a BP. Thanks!
Also, how necessary is it to black out the sides? I know BP's are nocturnal, but I'm planning on keep Erikson in his own room with the shades down and lights off... It's a storage room so there will be no traffic or anything either...