what kind of screen should i use in my vivarium on top of the egg crate? the home depot here has fibreglass and aluminum. i was told not to use aluminum. is this true?
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screen for vivarium
jonnyt21
Dec 26, 2004 10:29 PM
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BryanR.
Dec 26, 2004 11:31 PM
I almost got the fiberglass screening they have there today. I wasnt sure if it was a good material to use tho, so I guess i have the same question.
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vamppire
Dec 26, 2004 11:36 PM
Well, metals can rust.. not sure if aluminum would, but, might as well be safe. Don't some metals have an effect on water chemical properties? Maybe I just made that up in my head.. LOL. But I do remember reading vivarium sites specifically mention "fiberglass, not metal."
Anyway, fiberglass is the better choice of the two, and I'm willing to bet is easier to work with. Easy to cut and soft and flexible.
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HerHideousCorpse
Dec 30, 2004 09:27 PM
I get my fiberglass screen at the Home Depot. It comes in rolls, theres black or charcoal colored.
