Hey all. Since my last post I found some wonderful ceramic tile that mimics natural stone in appearance(a little bit smoother, but Benedict doesn't seem to mind) for the floor of Benny's tank and some 2x6 tumbled travertine tiles to build his new cave and other features out of.
Now I am figuring out what to do with the back and side glass and lighting.
I have questions, and I'm hoping the combined experience of this awesome forum can help me figure out answers:
My tank is deep(about 20"). I would prefer to mount the lights on top if possible(partially for aesthetics, partially for ease of access). I will be using two 14" uvb fluorescent bulbs(Reptimed 10.0 at this point) separated by the tank top divider that keeps the glass from flexing and a 150 watt basking bulb in a standard dome. Is it safe for my beardie to mount them that high up? I know the general rule is 8"-10". If I need to mount them lower, does anyone have any ideas how to accomplish that?
Being that the tank is glass, I am trying to figure out how to put a visually interesting background on it. I would prefer to not permanently attach anything(with glue, etc) so that I can remove and clean it. I am considering a background of edge-on tumbled travertine(cut in narrow strips), but I am concerned that without some way to secure it to the walls it could fall in and hurt Benny.
Also, is construction adhesive safe to use on things that are going in his tank? I plan on building his basking spot and hide out of the travertine, and would prefer to secure it to make it one solid piece.
Another hiccup to consider: I have a cat who regularly hunts lizards outside, so I have to have a metal screen over the top of the cage to keep them separated. As of yet she hasn't bothered him, but I want to protect him if she ever decides to try.
Like I said, any advice is appreciated. Thank you all in advance.
Now I am figuring out what to do with the back and side glass and lighting.
I have questions, and I'm hoping the combined experience of this awesome forum can help me figure out answers:
My tank is deep(about 20"). I would prefer to mount the lights on top if possible(partially for aesthetics, partially for ease of access). I will be using two 14" uvb fluorescent bulbs(Reptimed 10.0 at this point) separated by the tank top divider that keeps the glass from flexing and a 150 watt basking bulb in a standard dome. Is it safe for my beardie to mount them that high up? I know the general rule is 8"-10". If I need to mount them lower, does anyone have any ideas how to accomplish that?
Being that the tank is glass, I am trying to figure out how to put a visually interesting background on it. I would prefer to not permanently attach anything(with glue, etc) so that I can remove and clean it. I am considering a background of edge-on tumbled travertine(cut in narrow strips), but I am concerned that without some way to secure it to the walls it could fall in and hurt Benny.
Also, is construction adhesive safe to use on things that are going in his tank? I plan on building his basking spot and hide out of the travertine, and would prefer to secure it to make it one solid piece.
Another hiccup to consider: I have a cat who regularly hunts lizards outside, so I have to have a metal screen over the top of the cage to keep them separated. As of yet she hasn't bothered him, but I want to protect him if she ever decides to try.
Like I said, any advice is appreciated. Thank you all in advance.