Lining for a tortoise table

[Tech13]

I was wondering what people line their tortoise tables with? I don't want the wood to rot or get smelly. Also, I think it should be strong so you don't poke holes in it when cleaning/changing out the substrate

 

[wellington]

Some uses shower curtain liners, pond lining or wood sealer.

 

[7oasty23]

I just use plastic sheeting, seems to work pretty well.

 

[theelectraco]

I use black construction clean up bags. ( a glorified trash bag)


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[Tech13]

Wow, thank you for all of the great ideas, there is something that will work for any budget! I think a shower curtain liner will be a good size, I'll wash it in plain water and air dry it to get that new plastic smell out...now to look for a sale

 

[morloch]

I say pond liner, durable enough they can't scratch through it.

 

[RussTort]

I know it's an old thread but I guess it's better to pump it than make a new thread.

How is everyone fastening the lining? Staples and duct tape is really all I can think of but I'm afraid he might hurt himself on staples and I'm not sure about putting glue in the enclosure. Any tips?

 

[LisaTurtle]

I'm interested to hear how others attach the plastic lining as well. I'm thinking about using a spray paint sealer, my enclosure-to-be is metal 3x6 ft.

 

[Millerlite]

Staple gun works well. That's what I use

 

[lokenica]

I have lots of left over thick pond liner form when I built my outdoor pond, if you live in Georgia. I can give you some.

 

[Tech13]

I know it's an old thread but I guess it's better to pump it than make a new thread.

How is everyone fastening the lining? Staples and duct tape is really all I can think of but I'm afraid he might hurt himself on staples and I'm not sure about putting glue in the enclosure. Any tips?

Great question! I spent $ and time on an outside enclosure, have yet to get the t-table done since my hubby and oldest son have to move the old mammoth wooden desk we will use up from the basement. I need to light a fire under them to get things started, hehe! Well, I think I want to use pond liner for durability now, and I am thinking drape the liner over the wood sides we will build and staple it to the wood from the outside. I have not worked with pond liner though, so I am not sure if my ideas will work.

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I say pond liner, durable enough they can't scratch through it.

Did you staple yours?

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I have lots of left over thick pond liner form when I built my outdoor pond, if you live in Georgia. I can give you some.

Thank you! I'm too far away (PA) but how thick is it? does a staple gun go thru the stuff?

 

[RGB]

Thick supple clear plastic is often put over dining room tables. It can be purchased in Canada at reasonable cost in Canadian tire. Not sure what a comparable store is in the US, maybe a hardware store like Lowes or home Depot? Gd luck!
Bob

 

[Vickie]

As RGB stated above you can get this plastic I know for a fact at Joanne Fabric store.......I have used this for tons of stuff.

 

[Tech13]

Price, availability, durability, safety (will it cause illness from fumes when baked by heat or release other toxins when in contact with substrate, moisture, or foods; or melt/catch fire), and ease to work with...so many things to consider, maybe this is a job for a spreadsheet analysis. I like that there are many choices for individuals to consider...thank you all for providing options, also, your comments help to make informed decisions, the best kind!

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