Thanks for the prompt response, Chris.
I do like the idea of using Baltic Birch, in which case I would just make the smaller 60" by 24" by 36" (length x width x height) enclosure. I also really like the look of the Baltic Birch. Would the plywood likely sag in the center at this size? That would be my main concern, as I plan on stacking the cages and they will contain a fair amount of substrate and branches.
I actually spoke to Nate last night, and he also leaned against the FRP idea, suggesting that bar-top epoxy would be a good alternative. Is there a particular brand or type that would be best in this application?
Another idea that Nate brought up would be to use door panels instead of plywood, as they are factory-cut and advantageous in some respects. One of my other concerns stems from the fact that if I do decide to build these cages, I will have to have Home Depot make the cuts as I don't have access to a table saw, and I'm concerned that they may not be particularly precise.
Thanks again.



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Green Man Herpetoculture
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