I went with Black. I figured it would be better as it would provide a dark enclosure. Ordered red LED light strip with it for when I want to have it displaying my snake. I would recommend to go with black but if you'd rather have white don't hesitate to email Ali to change it before it gets to the shop. I've had a wonderful experience with customer service with Animal Plastics. I've had to switch from using the fluorescent lights to LED, as well as having my shipping charge re-funded as they will be in the area this weekend in Tinley for me to just pick it up instead. Ali was very quick to respond.