Need Expert Advise

[crickest]

Hey all -

I am converting a dresser into a double viv. It is going to be 48X18X16 in both compartments. There will be a 18X 16 door on one end, a small non-opening front, and then another 18 x 16 door on the other end. That way I don't have to worry about a beardie jumping out or hurting themselves, which might happen if I opened the entire front of the cage.

My question is: Is there a reason not to use screen on the front of the viv? We were thinking of screening the doors in the front to provide airflow. Has anyone ever tried this? Feedback please.

 

[mitternachtvogel]

Hrm. Screen sounds fine to me, but why not plexi-glass with vents? You could put some on the back of the drawer as well.


There wouldn't be anything wrong for the beardie with the screen, but I'd imagine it'd be a little more difficult for you to see into their house.



Although, if either of them decide to, uh, *screen* dance, there might be a chance of them getting a nail stuck. (I'm a worry wart! Sorry. XD)

 

[peera]

the primary reason for not screening an entire wall is to much ventilation. You'll lose a lot of heat that way and have to use stronger bulbs. Just cut some vent panels in the side/back.