Tile too hot in viv

[KDPleger]

I am upgrading our terrarium now and replacing the paper towels with tile. The new viv is 36"L x 17"W x 18"H. The temp under basking light is between 100-103. However, the tile flooring we put down is scorching hot. The basking light is just about screen level, so 18" from tile. Anyone else have this problem? And how did you correct it?

 

[CooperDragon]

The tile will absorb a lot of heat. I'd adjust the lighting by raising or dimming it so the reading on the tile stays below about 110.

 

[KDPleger]

The tile will absorb a lot of heat. I'd adjust the lighting by raising or dimming it so the reading on the tile stays below about 110.

Does the type of tile matter? I can't raise the light. I just got the temps perfect in the viv. I can't make the viv cooler just to accommodate the tile.

 

[Mysty]

Perhaps put some basking wood on the tile.

Dark tiles under the basking lamp will get warmest.

 

[charmander16]

Put cork or something over the tile in the area under the basking light.

 

[CooperDragon]

Cork would work. I use a small fleece blanket which also works well and can be tossed in the washer/dryer if it gets dirty. https://www.etsy.com/listing/200731714/beardies-need-blankies-super-soft

 

[KDPleger]

Cork would work. I use a small fleece blanket which also works well and can be tossed in the washer/dryer if it gets dirty. https://www.etsy.com/listing/200731714/beardies-need-blankies-super-soft

Thanks for the help guys. It's been a struggle and my little guy arrives today! I like the cork idea. And that blanket is adorable!! I've got a blanket down temporarily while we fine tune the temps.
Thanks again!

 

[kingofnobbys]

Rock appearance dark coloured textured tiles everywhere other than directly under the basking spot where the best are bright glossy reflective white tiles ( will reflect much of the heat rather than absorb it ).