Quote Originally Posted by flybyferns View Post
Hi Josh,

Very nice !

How are you attaching the coco coir panels?
I like that as well -- nice and thin.
I have seen so many different suggestions.

Have you ever seen it available in large rolls without the possibility of any chemicals or additives?
I have purchased small rolls made by 'All living Things'
I saw a enclosure once (? forget where ) that had 2 thin layers on the back wall.
Pockets were made in the top layer for roots and cuttings! It was beautiful.

Hi Lynn

Thank you very much, the panels are simply attached with an Aquarium Grade Silicone Sealant I like to use called "Aqua-Mate" which is premium quality. Been using the stuff for years and never had a issue, it's solvent free, high modulus and Fungicide free!

The panels are made by Lucky Reptile called "Lucky Reptile Coco Background",I originally thought the panels were quite think when I got them but I opened the packet and realised the separate into 3 thinner panels which must obviously be for people to choose what they want. I thought I would have to buy £90 worth but I spent £30 and still have 2 panels left over and offcuts!!

These panels are detailed as the following;

"Lucky Reptile Coco Backgrounds are 100% natural backgrounds made from coco fibres. They are free of chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers. Natural rubber is used as glue which is completely save for the animals. The material can be cut easily and quickly adapted to any terrarium size.
Our Coco Backgrounds are also an excellent subsoil for plants. Tillandsias, vines and tendril plants can be planted on the background and quickly adhere to the coco fibres. With our Coco Backgrounds you can easily create an attractive surrounding in your terrarium."

From what I have found they are actually really good and perfect for use I would highly recommend them to anyone! They are almost self-adhesive too, you can stick an other panel on top and it will stick together like Velcro! You can buy them for £14 on eBay I suggest you try one out Lynn!


Congrats Josh; your enclosures look great. Looking forward to seeing the plants mature and mosses cover the sides. Happy holidays !
Thank you Carlos!! I can't wait either and I am dying to get the animals in too, do you reckon it would be safe now?