[macasus]

Do I need to have a little ventilation in my tanks like a little screen or would all glass top be fine and opening once a day for feeding? thanks.

 

[jbherpin]

Do I need to have a little ventilation in my tanks like a little screen or would all glass top be fine and opening once a day for feeding? thanks.

I use Saran Wrap to cover screen top lids. I have always used this method with fresh air coming in when feeding/misting. The only downside is that it can cause a temp increase during hot months. Other than that, the humidity is always high, and the plants and frogs thrive!

Best of luck!

JBear

 

[red91wing]

I use Saran Wrap to cover screen top lids. I have always used this method with fresh air coming in when feeding/misting. The only downside is that it can cause a temp increase during hot months. Other than that, the humidity is always high, and the plants and frogs thrive!

Best of luck!

JBear

I use the same method and im having a problem with high temps 80-85 range. Would the temps lower if I were to use glass?

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[jbherpin]

I use the same method and im having a problem with high temps 80-85 range. Would the temps lower if I were to use glass?

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IMO, no. I think glass will intensify this effect as glass reflects both light and heat. Your best bet is to set up in a basement or a room with no windows. I had to hang very heavy drapes/curtains to cover my Glass sliding door wall. That has helped to keep temps around 76-78. Before my temps were hitting the mid 80's as well. Best of luck!

JBear

 

[Markw]

It's good to know you can use saran wrap on the screen top. Itll save me $50-80 for trying to fnd a replacement lid!

Mark

 

[macasus]

can i use clear shipping tape instead of the plastic wrap? thanks.

 

[johnyrocks]

can i use clear shipping tape instead of the plastic wrap? thanks.

of course you can

 

[dclarke2]

If your really worried about it I got small computer fans from ebay and just hooked them up to a timer to move the air every once in awhile, this also helps the plant life.