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A friend just got a 80 gallon tank for his boa. Where on the net can I find a mesh top for it?? Who carries them that big?!?! Any help would be greatly appreciated thanks everyone!

Hello--
There is a "Businesses" tab at the top of the web page. Many reptile supply sites sell screen tops (and cage clips) for a variety of sized tanks. Be sure that you know the dimensions of the top you need, and not just the gallon size of the tank.
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althea

I don't know your dimensions, but the screen lids at this URL fit up to a 75 gallon tank with dimensions of 48 inches x 18 inches.

http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/1230/product.web

Thank you guys! New you could be of service!!!

It is pretty easy and cheap to cut some 2x4s and some hardware cloth to make an aquarium top. I much prefer these to store bought tops because they are heavier from the start and prevent escapes. The 2x4 edges also allow more protection because if the snake pushes up on the screen, the 2x4 still blocks it from getting out somewhat.

You can use 1x2s if you want to reduce weight/cost. With a few heavy duty staples and some hardware cloth, you can make a decent top for just a few bucks.
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Chris Harrison
San Antonio, Texas

I'd use 1x2s and quarter inch pegboard for the top. Hardware cloth doesn't hold heat, and the snake could rub its nose raw on the wire.

Painted pegboard tops will last for a couple of decades. Unpainted tops will last nearly as long if they don't get wet.

Paul Hollander

All very good ideas, and probably will resort to that, do you have anywhere I can see one? Or maybe pics of yours for reference to build them?? Thanks