Hey All!

I'm new to this forum. All the info has been helpful thus far, however I'm still totally confused about heat sources. I'm setting up zoo med 12x12x12. Plan on purchasing a juvenile White's as soon as I'm setup and have temps regulated. Online articles, in-store advice has me baffled re: heating.

here we go...

1. I was told that UTH is all i need b/c any light will "dry out" Dumpy's skin.

2. Was told 40 watt blue incandescent (in conjunction w/ UTH) was the way to go.

3. I've read that lower wattage is better (than the 40W)

So, i have 40W light blue bulb, a 5.5" clamp lamp (i plan on sitting flush on screen - is that ok?), and a UTH (10-20 gal which I fear might be too big now / take up too much surface area under tank)

Anyone having success with the 12x12x12 want to share their heating solutions? Should I get extra small UTH instead of Small? Am I over-thinking???