Thank you. I put a lot of thought and work into it.Absolutely outstanding!!! One of the best I've seen.
The BEST I've seen!Thank you. I put a lot of thought and work into it.
Thank you. On the wall is a trellis I made from copper pipe about 10 yrs ago. I used flexible copper pipe to look like vine branches that cross enough to make it sturdy. It is supported at the bottom by a ridgid copper pipe. Now it just serves as a backdrop.It's wonderful! I like that it looks appealing while being functional at the sane time
I can't quite tell what's on the solid wall behind the enclosure. Cords? Vines?
If it is indeed dormant vines, I bet it'll sure be pretty when it's full! If it's cords, well then, nevermind. But some vines would look nice.. Hehe
I LOVE IT! ! ! ! !Getting ready for our first cool front. Won't be very cold but should give me an idea of what to expect when it does get cold. I will not be using a heater this time.
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I'm monitoring temperature and humidity and will compare to the outdoor temp and humidity.
Thank you. This morning the temp is only about three degrees warmer inside. It's windy and one side came loose at the bottom. I'm planning to seal it up a little better today and see how we do with the sun during the day and the temperature drop tonight.I LOVE IT! ! ! ! !
Very nice enclosure! ! !
When does the sun get to it ? Also how long ? Any wind ornopening will cool it rather quick. It should work Well though I mean just to help warm it up.quicker also any cool winter or fall air will be deflected . I'm interested to see the results tho temp wise. Enclosure is very nice. My mts are jealous lolThank you. This morning the temp is only about three degrees warmer inside. It's windy and one side came loose at the bottom. I'm planning to seal it up a little better today and see how we do with the sun during the day and the temperature drop tonight.
The sun hits it between 9:30 and 11:30 and seems to warm it up nicely. Right now at 10:45 it is 74 degrees (F). I did not have a chance yesterday to improve the wind resistance in some areas. It should help to allow them to stay outside on some days, but I need to do some work to see how effective it can be. Our low last night was not very low (62F). Now that they have a nice enclosure, I hate to take them out and keep them in my garage. This is why I am trying this experiment. Next fall I will probably build an insulated, warmed night box (unless I have miraculous success with this).When does the sun get to it ? Also how long ? Any wind ornopening will cool it rather quick. It should work Well though I mean just to help warm it up.quicker also any cool winter or fall air will be deflected . I'm interested to see the results tho temp wise. Enclosure is very nice. My mts are jealous lol
Kyle
The sun hits it between 9:30 and 11:30 and seems to warm it up nicely. Right now at 10:45 it is 74 degrees (F). I did not have a chance yesterday to improve the wind resistance in some areas. It should help to allow them to stay outside on some days, but I need to do some work to see how effective it can be. Our low last night was not very low (62F). Now that they have a nice enclosure, I hate to take them out and keep them in my garage. This is why I am trying this experiment. Next fall I will probably build an insulated, warmed night box (unless I have miraculous success with this).
My guys all range from 7.5inches to almost 12 inches. I live in southern California so our weather's not bad really. Just cool.nights in the winter. They are active even as low as 60-65 degrees. They are most active when its cooler days . when it's too hot they hide.How large are yours? Mine are 2 yrs old and about 7 inches+. I expect they would be more cold tolerant as they get larger. I sealed up some vulnerable areas today and put Velcro on the door area to prevent the plastic from separating. I just got in the enclosure and it feels much warmer and more humid inside. At the very least, this will reduce the amount of time that they need to be moved into the garage in their old 75 gallon tub.
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It is really nice inside. I think I may put a chair in there for some peace and quiet time. At 3:00 pm 71.4F and 65% humidity. Filtered afternoon light. Tortoises in their hide....go figure.
Thank you. They have a nicer yard than I do. It's been one of those projects that seems like it goes on forever but gives a great sense of accomplishment once it's done.Excellent job, I love it.
My group of browns stay out in the low fifties with no issues. I have three yearlings and a two year old, but they are very large for their age.My guys all range from 7.5inches to almost 12 inches. I live in southern California so our weather's not bad really. Just cool.nights in the winter. They are active even as low as 60-65 degrees. They are most active when its cooler days . when it's too hot they hide.
Kyle