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RE: Looking to build cage for boa

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Posted by: Craigo at Thu Feb 7 18:30:00 2013  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Craigo ]  
   

Glass will stand up to scratches much better. Acrylic is lighter weight and can be drilled. They each have their pro's and con's.

As said previously, stay away from cedar and pine or any other wood that is aromatic or high in oil content. Regardless of what you use, a great sealer believe it or not, is shellac. It's easy to apply, and reapply. I use Zinser from HD or Lowes and cut it with denatured alcohol 91 part alcohol to 3 parts shellac; although that's not necessary. It dries fast, and is very safe. As long as you don't clean it with alcohol, it is also easy to clean. Just use water/vinegar mix and or soap and water.

Silicone is the best sealer for seems. Just make sure it's fully cured before introducing your boa.


   

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