Hi Adrian,

Here's the details I wrote up about that rack on another forum:

It's a simple design and constructrion that measures 18"x24"x48". I made this rack to work with the Rubbermaid #2221 tubs. I got the tubs at cost through my work for around $8/each. For the wood I used 5 sheets of BC plywood 24"x48" and 1 sheet of pegboard (about $55 total at Home Depot). Alife Thermostat was bought at a local reptile show for $25, they average around $30 or so online and the flexwat heat tape I already had.

Use two of the 24"x48" sheets for each side. Cut the shelves out of the other sheets 24"x17". We made the top piece 24"x18" out of two pieces of scrap. Start by attaching the top to the two sides. Place the entire thing on it's top so it's upside down. Place the tub you want to use upside down with some towels or paper used as a spacer (to ensure there is space to slide the tub out).


Place the next shelf down against the tub and screw into place (1 at each corner). Repeat until all shelves are in.


Turn the rack and put in and tighten the remaining support screws and attach the back pegboard. (only attach pegboard to the sides but not the top so you can slide the heat tape up the back)


Ta-da! New rack! I'm 5'5" for size reference:


Then just add your heating elements, test the temps, drill holes in the tubs and you're good to go


Hope this helps!
-April

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