We are building a 4x2x2 enclosure for our Bearded Dragon, and from what I'ver read it is best to seal the wood that will be on the inside of the enclosure that is exposed to the heat and your Dragon.
I found this sealer and was wondering if anyone knows if it will be safe, and will the sealer itself emit any fumes once it's done drying and is exposed to the heat from the lamps.
If this sealer is not safe, could anyone suggest a name and brand of one that is, I am in Canada also so will most likely have to get it from home depot.
And also how many coats of sealer would be best to apply to the inside to ensure no fumes from the wood escape.
I have used minwax polyurethane (solvent based) and minwax polycrylic (water based). Polycrylic is not UV stable (the lights will bleach the wood/stain through the sealer). It is also less durable/water resistant.
Polyurethane, as far as I know, is safe and stable once fully cured (which can take several weeks). Cure time and fumed during curing maybe a concern depending on your work area.
If your looking for something sure fire safe and durable epoxies like those used for ponds are the way to go, pondsheild is the brand I've seen recommended.
so with the water based, other than bleaching the wood through the selaer, would that be the only issue, which I assume would require re application over time.Which I would be fine doing.
the curing time of the non water based stuff is what worries me, because like you both said it takes a long time and how would i be sure when it has been the right ammount of time.
Hope it works well for you. I havnt used it myself butt heard good things. I've not been able to find it local and shipping "hazardous chemicals" is costly. Heh.
Hope it works well for you. I havnt used it myself butt heard good things. I've not been able to find it local and shipping "hazardous chemicals" is costly. Heh.
I know some of you suggested to get minwax to coat the inside of our enclosure. I just wanted to post the link to the stuff at the local hardware store before I go purchase it.
If someone could let me know if this correct that would be awesome