New vertical vivarium build log with pics

[Adventure King]

Sob, I just saw a screaming steal of a deal at the petstore. It was a used hex tank between 50 and 100 gallons for only $50. And I had no money.

little98dime, at HD I couldn't find what you were talking about. Needless to say, I didn't really know what I was looking for, I don't really even know what it looks like.

[little98dime]

I'll make up a list for you tonight.

[froggsong]

little98dime, I think that list will be super useful. If you could write it up and post it as a thread and then link to it, that would be great.

[little98dime]

Will do. I got the pics and all the yesterday, but didn't get the chance to do the write up. I'll get it posted though.

[little98dime]

Tutorial posted. enjoy and good luck!
DIY Vertical Light Hood How-to

[Adventure King]

I have a hunch that it's not going to be cheap. Sigh, Autumm is coming and I need a new source of pay.

[little98dime]

Mine cost $50 to build. Really, thats not bad considering I have 4 bulbs and a more expensive balast. Also, it is built to the application. It also taught me a skill that I can use in my home later if need be. For a 20 gallon, you could get away with 3 15" bulbs and a less expensive balast. so I would say maybe around $40? My setup has a 2.0 UVB, 2 5000k, and 1 10,000k bulbs. you could get away with 2 5000k and 1 10,000k bulb. I dont know if frogs need the UVB light or not, so which bulbs you use depends on the needs of the frog(s).

[Adventure King]

Okay, where would I get the 5000k and the 10,000k?

[little98dime]

The 5000k if the daylight bulb that hd carries. The 10,000k can be found the the aquarium section at a chain pet store. If I remember correctly, I got the coralife.

[Adventure King]

Anyone know of a place to get coco mats locally? Josh's frogs has some for a great price but, since it ships from Michigan and I'm out west, shipping is greater than the price itself.