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07-05-2008, 03:51 PM
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what do i need to make viv
i want to make my beardie a 5x2x2 viv,what exact materials would i need,and where could i get it all from,i could buy a 55"x23"x27" viv brand new for £145,which do you think is the better idea??!!
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07-05-2008, 04:46 PM
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The answer really depends on how good you are at diy and the tools you have.
To build and fit out your own viv: Contiboard - diy stores b&q (some have cutting), wickes, homebase etc Glass - local glaziers 5ft runners - me vents - me assembly blocks & screws (if you dont want screw heads or caps to show)- me screw caps (if you dont mind them showing) - me ceramic lamp holder kit - me 1" tube clips for uv tube - me handles for glass doors - me or glazier 30" or 36" uv tube - exoticsandtropics web site (30% off at the mo) habistat controller for heat lamp 100w heat/spot lamp - b&q etc sealant for inside viv edges a few screws conti edging strip - diy stores thermometer tools drill and drill bits for pilot holes hole cutter for vents - i have these screwdriver optional: patience, swearing, pleasure, pride
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07-05-2008, 06:37 PM
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deepending on what you are after i have just built a 5x2x2 viv and the costs are as follows.
MDF 18mm 1 sheet 8'x4' £15.99 B&Q glass runners were 2.35 for bottom runner and 3.30 for top runner 8' lengths from the local hardware shop. Glass was 6mm straight glass with polished edges £24.50 at a local glaziers. Black backboard paint £12 B&Q and then ronseal floor varnish around £15 at B&Q. This was all screwed together and the screw holes were then filled and painted and then varnished.The viv was silicone sealed at every joint as the viv was being built and then the whole thing was varnished with 3 coats. I already had tubular heater,uv tube and starter unit and also had light fittings etc.I would say if you thought it out and draw up you viv then divide a sheet of timber or buy conti board and get it cut to sixe you could probably do the whole thing for the cost of the viv you are looking at but in your own build you would have all the electics in the price.
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07-05-2008, 08:12 PM
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Not a focused reply but ....
BLOODY GOOD DIY SKILLS XD  Well thats not actully true i know a few less DIY'd skilled people make fantastic vivs!!
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