DIY HUGE Reptile Enclosure. False Bottom, Drainage Layer, Sliding Glass Door |Part 4| #reptiles

Building a Huge Reptile Enclosure. This reptile cage has been a fun project and I'm happy to show you part 4 where i go over designing a false bottom drainage layer for a large reptile that likes to dig. He would dig right through the weed barrier separating the Leca clay balls and substrate. So I came up with this idea to problem solve. I also add the front face to the enclosure and trim it out. I install the glass track and a pocket door so the reptile cage glass doors opens up all of the way for viewing, maintenance and accessibility.

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Part 1 Building The Enclosure: https://youtu.be/mfydItUfs8c?si=452fNddfufSmixPk

Part 2 Installing Ledges, Polygem Zoopoxy, Drip Wall, Dry Bruch: https://youtu.be/E9RIR0qE_q0?si=q07_c50cAHpv1Cpb

Part 3 Installing the Mistking, Lights, Fogger, Fans, Insane Ceiling Reveal:
https://youtu.be/sdPF_ACFjuU?si=gOj5t4bPEO00sVpS

DIY 40mm CPU and Mistking how to video https://youtu.be/mqwZ982cmgk?si=i7_O_YiEBzvcSHGX

Links to materials used:

Polygem ZOOPOXY 307 LITE: https://polygem.com/product/307-lite-sculpting-epoxy/ 100% solids light-weight epoxy system specially formulated to a trowelable paste consistency for sculpturing and fabricating projects. 307 Lite is ideal for indoor or outdoor exhibit projects where strength and durability are desired. 307 Lite can also be used as a patching compound to repair broken or damaged exhibits. 307 Lite can be additionally thickened using our Thickening Agent. Plus, it is solvent free so it won’t melt or dissolve foam surfaces.

Polygem Thickening agent: https://polygem.com/product/thickening-agent/ is very efficient at modifying both liquid and gel viscosities and works well with all epoxies. Its what helps the mixing process. It will be your friend.

1/2" bulkhead: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002Z7TUW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

4x8 PVC board (may not be available in your region, if not try some plastic shops or sign shops):
https://www.homedepot.com/p/1-2-in-x-48-in-x-8-ft-White-PVC-Trim-H120AWS6/205309788

Sliding Glass Door Handles: https://a.co/d/8Hqaxyn

Glass Track: Randall Manufacturing 1/4" Plastic Sliding Door Track (Black, 6 FT Long) https://a.co/d/axKG3B9

Sashco 13010 10.5oz Sashco Sealants Clear Lexel Adhesive Caulk, 10.5-Ounce https://a.co/d/4SnPixB

Leca, Hydroton Clay Balls: https://a.co/d/en3FHuA




Disclaimer:
Although I love reptiles and building enclosures, I am by no means an expert. Do your own research and wear safety protection. stay within your skill set. I am not liable for any accidents that may occur if you try to replicate my work.