Deal or No Deal?

[DDW]

Really, I just want to hear your opinion, is this a good deal? $153.99 (plus tax) for a 36x18x18 exo Terra terrarium.
Picture below:

I want to get it for the good price(at least I think it is) and the sale ends on the 30th (might look for a good albino Cali king in the future) and I was thinking of moving Glitch into this. (Darn if Mink I'm getting so close! Already have one snake that will be coming with me when i leave, might as well step my game up lol)

[DDW]

Also, I'm looking for stands that will accommodate both (stacking preferably) if any of you can point me in the right direction of purchasing a affordable one or building my own. Thanks all!

[phassin]

Amazon has it priced at around $195 so it looks like a good deal. Not sure about stands at a Pet shop though. May be pricey. There's a couple aquarium stands for 36 x 18 tanks that are under $150 on amazon too so that might be a good point of reference for what you're gonna pay. If you haven't already, check craigslist for all that stuff as well. I bought a 40 gallon tank with a heat pad for like $50 a few years back and used my dresser as the stand.

Have you thought about building a stand?

[DDW]

Originally Posted by phassin

Amazon has it priced at around $195 so it looks like a good deal. Not sure about stands at a Pet shop though. May be pricey. There's a couple aquarium stands for 36 x 18 tanks that are under $150 on amazon too so that might be a good point of reference for what you're gonna pay. If you haven't already, check craigslist for all that stuff as well. I bought a 40 gallon tank with a heat pad for like $50 a few years back and used my dresser as the stand.

Have you thought about building a stand?

Unfortunately there is little in the ways of getting decent terrariums from nearby as most here use converted aquariums and heat lamps here. I dislike the use of either if I can help it(plus I like the look of the exo Terra) (talking about Craigslist)

I am highly considering making a stand (and have found a tutorial for stacked aquarium stands that will be very little cost to me( only need a couple of modifications to be fit for the terrariums) I find it difficult to find a dresser with sufficient space for the enclosure alone. The one I plan to make if I do, will be of basic 2x4's and will be simple to sand and fix up as well as being quite sturdy. I do not plan on getting a stand at the pet shop because they are quite pricey and take too much space or wouldn't be good in my bedroom. I'm not planing on anything immediate so I will gradually accumulate materials for the (eventual) new addition.

Thank you for insight and will take it in consideration wilst making my decisions.(especially the stands from Amazon, I hadn't thought of that other than looking at desks and such. Still may be pricey though :/ )

Also, it seems that many generic aquarium stands are too narrow I think:/ I'll check more.

[Albert Clark]

You may want to wait for your local reptile expo too, as a place to get that particular Exo Terra. They definitely will save you on the tax.

[DDW]

Originally Posted by Albert Clark

You may want to wait for your local reptile expo too, as a place to get that particular Exo Terra. They definitely will save you on the tax.

I won't be able to go to any expos for this year so this seems to be the best I'm gonna get:/ I was hoping but it is out of reach for a while.

Plus the closest "local" expo to me is 4 hours away in all directions(which is why I have such trouble going)

[Albert Clark]

Originally Posted by DDW

I won't be able to go to any expos for this year so this seems to be the best I'm gonna get:/ I was hoping but it is out of reach for a while.

Plus the closest "local" expo to me is 4 hours away in all directions(which is why I have such trouble going)

Try "Pangea" Reptile Supplies then. Too bad about the expo's. I understand though.

[DDW]

Although I have chosen not to pursue this enclosure(I realized it would be irresponsible considering the situation I am in at the moment, and the processes of wanting it led to plotting of getting another snake. that would not be approved of by the folks), I have decided to make the the stand for storage space and to help save space in my room when I do decide to upgrade or make an addition.

All of your opinions mean a lot to me and I thank you.

I suppose that's the end of this little thread XD

[DDW]

Originally Posted by DDW

Although I have chosen not to pursue this enclosure(I realized it would be irresponsible considering the situation I am in at the moment, and the processes of wanting it led to plotting of getting another snake. that would not be approved of by the folks), I have decided to make the the stand for storage space and to help save space in my room when I do decide to upgrade or make an addition.

All of your opinions mean a lot to me and I thank you.

I suppose that's the end of this little thread XD

And you are witnessing the inner turmoil I am in while o lean back to getting, I have asked my question and y'all have answered. Thank you. And at this point I have no idea if I'll get it. I should go now DXXD

[Albert Clark]

It's all good D! The best laid plans of mice and men.....

[DDW]

XD thanks Albert

[phassin]

Awe man! Well sounds like you made the smart choice. When you do make the stand, post it so we can see how you did it.

[DDW]

Well, I'm hoping to get the materials today but it's gonna be a while before I can. It is basically 2x4 s and wood screws that I plan to get wood putty, sanders, and wood stain to make it look nice. Also probably some thin wood to go across the top of each shelf to make it a flat surface.(need to look into thatpart more)

I will certainly post when it is done though.

[DDW]

I lucked out. I was going to get it the 25 but guess what! It was 50% off instead of 30% off(when I first saw it) so now instead of $153.99 plus tax, I paid $122 with tax! Yay!