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View Poll Results: What Material do You Use for Your Rack Systems?
Plywood 3 21.43%
Melamine 5 35.71%
Particle Board 2 14.29%
PVC Panels 2 14.29%
Wire Racks 0 0%
Other (Please Explain in Post) 2 14.29%
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Old 08-26-2009, 11:58 AM
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I just want to see what is the most commonly used by other gecko keepers.
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i've always use partical board with 2x4 supports
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I use Wire Racks to Hold My Tanks..

but then of course I am not a breeder
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I didn't put this in the poll because someone once tole me it breaks down in humid conditions, but does anyone use OSB (Oriented Strand Board) to build racks? I'm just curious.
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I use usb but you have to paint it or seal it , i found that the spray on
truck liner works good to make it water pruff, with your leos i dont think you have to worry about that to much lol.
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I use industrial type metal racks with the particle board inserts. For display purposes I build nice racks out of 2x2 wood frames and then face them with oak ply wood.
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It really depends on what you consider a "racK" as well as what type of animal you're going to keep in it.
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