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    Re: Could this old TV stand be modified to make a BP cage?

    Quote Originally Posted by JLC View Post
    I don't know anything about sealing wood (or particle board or whatever) so I'll let someone else answer that one. But the main question that comes to mind for me is this: If you take that center divider out, will the piece be able to maintain its structural integrity? That divider could very well be helping to not only hold the top up and keep it from bowing down (and even the tiniest bit of bowing would ruin the slide on those glass doors), but also may be integral in keeping the unit "square".

    If you're sure that center piece is just there for aesthetics or simply to support the weight of a TV, or if you can figure out some structural substitute that won't compromise the integrity of the piece (maybe cut a big hole in the center of the divider for the snake to crawl through, rather than taking it out entirely) it looks like the whole thing may have some pretty decent potential as a DIY enclosure.

    I wouldn't worry about the UTH/flexwatt heat on the material. You need to control it with a reliable thermostat no matter what kind of material its attached to, and that will keep it safe. If it's dangerous for the material, it's already deadly for your snake.

    The back of the unit would need to be replaced, it's a flexible sheet rather than an actual board, so I was thinking I could use something sturdier and secure the entire top piece to it, and that should provide enough structural integrity to it. I could also put in a 1x2" brace if I see it starting to bow.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Slim View Post
    While it could make a visually interesting enclosure, in my opinion it will be more trouble than it's worth, and still wouldn't be an optimum set up for your animals.

    You're probably right about the "more trouble than it's worth".... I know people like the tubs, or the PVC cages, and while in the end I'm absolutely not going to sacrifice optimal conditions for Shen in the place of aesthetics, I'm willing to put in a little more effort if I can achieve both.


    Quote Originally Posted by tryme View Post
    Yes, I have done similar. If it is pine it will need to be sealed with yacht varnish or similar

    Hmm......would the fumes be a problem from something like that? Especially when heated?
    Last edited by OmNomNom; 07-01-2012 at 01:22 PM.

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