Quote Originally Posted by itzazoo View Post

If you do use an exo terra one thing you will need to do it either replace the screen with a piece of PVC or HDPE board and use a radiant heat panel instead of CHE's, uth's or lights. This way you could keep a better hold on humidity and temperature.

I'm in the process of setting up a new exo terra 18x18x24 right now. I will post pictures once its completed. Gonna take me about another two weeks to complete since I'm making my own background out of spray foam.

As for a stand I just went to Walmart and bought a basic square black end table.
This is all very interesting. I can see why replacing the screen would help with retaining humidity and temps better but do you mind elaborating on the direct advantage of using a radiant heat panel instead of a UTH? I'm not even sure what CHE stands for but I wouldn't dream of using a heat lamp ever for a snake since they require belly heat for digestion.

I'd absolutely love to see your process of making your background from spray foam. Is it necessary? I would imagine it would help further with retaining temps since it's an insulator. Where would you suggest getting an HDPE and how easy is it to get the right size for my tank? Will I more than likely need to cut it to size? This all helps a lot.