Construction plans for a new enclosure. For P cambridgei.

[Charliemum]

Cam stuff and nunchucks. In case a Colombian cartel tries to kidnap him.

You make him sound like Indiana Jones except instead of artifacts he is trying to get the perfect shot .

 

[viper69]

I ment combat trousers with lots of pockets for all your cam stuff but sneakers ..... not what I expected at all .

Single pocket only

 

[StephieCreate]

It’s funny how this threads turned into lmao. But yea to those asking as soon as I get the frames I’ll share photos of the process. I decided to get some dowels for the corners for extra stability. As for front verses top opening. I did consider trying that out. It is possible to do if I use the dowels to allow for both top and front opening. It would make targeted feeding easier. It just depends. My baby has been pretty chill since they moved in. Very rarely bolts. And hen caught out they retreat slowly. But as that will be the first and final enclosure transfer will see how it goes. More then likely I’ll just remove their hide from their current enclosure and put the whole thing inside the new one and let them move out in their own time.

 

[Charliemum]

It’s funny how this threads turned into lmao. But yea to those asking as soon as I get the frames I’ll share photos of the process. I decided to get some dowels for the corners for extra stability. As for front verses top opening. I did consider trying that out. It is possible to do if I use the dowels to allow for both top and front opening. It would make targeted feeding easier. It just depends. My baby has been pretty chill since they moved in. Very rarely bolts. And hen caught out they retreat slowly. But as that will be the first and final enclosure transfer will see how it goes. More then likely I’ll just remove their hide from their current enclosure and put the whole thing inside the new one and let them move out in their own time.

Sorry op things often get derailed on here
Sounds like a well thought out set up, I look forward to pics
N don't worry I like to rehouse like that if it's possible too, no point in stressing the t if you don't have too , I also find the ones I can do that with settle quickly compared to the ones I can't.
Gl op n sorry again for the hijack .

 

[sparticus]

I would consider adding something across the lower section of the front panel to prevent your substrate from falling out every time you open the door. Otherwise I think it's very creative and should work well once you add ventilation.

 

[StephieCreate]

I would consider adding something across the lower section of the front panel to prevent your substrate from falling out every time you open the door. Otherwise I think it's very creative and should work well once you add ventilation.

Yea that’s included in my drawn plans. The digital plans were for the actual frames assembly. I didn’t include the substrate dam yet because I am waiting to see where the plexiglass is actually gonna sit when the frames arrive. I am supper excited for them to arrive this week

 

[fcat]

Yea that’s included in my drawn plans. The digital plans were for the actual frames assembly. I didn’t include the substrate dam yet because I am waiting to see where the plexiglass is actually gonna sit when the frames arrive. I am supper excited for them to arrive this week

I made a dam with a piece of cork bark (and padded it with moss to keep her away from it), and she uses it as her pooping corner

 

[StephieCreate]

Ok yall! Here we go. The top and front opening demonstrated. First off I think everyone was right about this being really big. However! As I’m going to give it a decent substrate layer. I think I’ll be alright. Plus. As I target feed with scoop tongs anyways I just drop food near or on webbing. What I am hoping for is to see a lot more nocturnal and natural behaviors with this space. I just hope I won’t regret this later.
I am thinking of taking my rods and creating window panes with the openings. It will provide support for the plexiglass while also adding to the overall look of the pieces

 

[Charliemum]

Ok yall! Here we go. The top and front opening demonstrated. First off I think everyone was right about this being really big. However! As I’m going to give it a decent substrate layer. I think I’ll be alright. Plus. As I target feed with scoop tongs anyways I just drop food near or on webbing. What I am hoping for is to see a lot more nocturnal and natural behaviors with this space. I just hope I won’t regret this later. View attachment 490470
I am thinking of taking my rods and creating window panes with the openings. It will provide support for the plexiglass while also adding to the overall look of the pieces

Window panes will block your veiw but at the same time would look cool ... pro's n cons to both, I am curious however what are you going to do with the base? I have a feeling plexiglass won't hold the weight from the sub decor ect. Are you using thicker plexiglass for the bottom?

Not picking just curious , you don't ask you don't know

 

[StephieCreate]

Window panes will block your veiw but at the same time would look cool ... pro's n cons to both, I am curious however what are you going to do with the base? I have a feeling plexiglass won't hold the weight from the sub decor ect. Are you using thicker plexiglass for the bottom?

Not picking just curious , you don't ask you don't know

Absolutely I have the same motto you don’t know till you know. I discovered the same issue as the plexiglass I have had to much give. So I’m doing a wood bottom. Seal with flex seal. And then for the substrate level I have some thicker plexiglass for a substrate dam. I haven’t decided if I’ll put it on all four sides or just the front side. I have enough for either choice.

 

[Charliemum]

Absolutely I have the same motto you don’t know till you know. I discovered the same issue as the plexiglass I have had to much give. So I’m doing a wood bottom. Seal with flex seal. And then for the substrate level I have some thicker plexiglass for a substrate dam. I haven’t decided if I’ll put it on all four sides or just the front side. I have enough for either choice.

Interesting, thank you for answering . I have always wanted to design my own vivs but I am rubbish at DIY. Never even occurred to me you could use picture frames. Very smart .

 

[Introvertebrate]

Ok yall! Here we go. The top and front opening demonstrated. First off I think everyone was right about this being really big. However! As I’m going to give it a decent substrate layer. I think I’ll be alright. Plus. As I target feed with scoop tongs anyways I just drop food near or on webbing. What I am hoping for is to see a lot more nocturnal and natural behaviors with this space. I just hope I won’t regret this later. View attachment 490470
I am thinking of taking my rods and creating window panes with the openings. It will provide support for the plexiglass while also adding to the overall look of the pieces

Nice work, but what are you going to keep in there? A tarantula or Beluga whale?