Interesting how boredom, necessity, and a die grinder can result in fabulous things.

Here is the truth. I only use real wood in terrestrial enclosures.
However, living where I live, suitable wood that meets my needs is hard to get.

I needed tree branch like wood with many holes and hides in it. I am also a cheapskate, so I try not to buy the fancy stuff at the pet shops if I can help it.

Anyway, here is what you get with a few scraps of Schedule 80 PVC pipe, a bit of work with a die grinder (or a Dremel tool works too) and a torch (or heat gun). USe carbide steel tips on the grinder.

Cut the pipe to the length you want with a saw. Use the saw to make any large holes or jagged ends.

Texture the pipe with the grinder. If you use a 1/4 inch carbide steel ball tip, you can also make holes and such. Do not use grinding stones- they just clog up and do not work. (you can texture before or after bending, it is up to you)

Heat the pipe at the points you want to bend until it is soft, then bend it into position. Cool it it quickly at the bend with compressed air or a bucket of water.

Once sculpted, this wood is waterproof, rot proof, easy to clean, paintable, and it does not float. It is suitable for both aquatic and terrestrial use.

I know of some Gray Tree Frogs that moved into this stuff about an hour after it was added to their enclosure.

Here is what you get. this is 2 inch diameter sched 80 PVC. It is not painted yet, as I have not settled on a color scheme.