I tried to post this at dendroboard.com but it wouldn't let me register. I would like to make a couple display vivariums for tropical species where humidity would be high and there would be standing water in the bottom. Here are some questions I've been pondering.



1. Is it possible to waterproof it to the extent that even standing water wouldn't be a problem? Which product should I use?



2. I always wished my snake cages had a drain in them that emptied into a bucket under the cage. I'm assuming that would make cleaning much easier (and in a planted vivarium, water changes would be a breeze.) Is there a reason we don't see drains in cages more often?



3. I like the idea of using computer fans for ventilation/air flow and also to prevent the glass from fogging up. But do I need to push hot air in, cold air in, just circulate the air or a combination?



In the case of a european style viv with a vent below the front glass and fans pulling air out of the viv (and therefore through the bottom vent into the viv) is that enough to keep the glass fog free?



Also, how many fans are needed for an enclosure 24"w X 24" l X 36" t if all the sides are enclosed (ie. no screen top)?



Sorry for the bombardment but I've been thinking of this vivarium for months and I want it to be perfect.



Terry

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