Is bamboo ok in a snake enclosure?

[user 30368]

Its a silly question, but i'd rather ask an just double check before i get any. I was thinking of putting some of those fat bamboo poles you buy from bunnings in my SWCP enclosure. Are they safe? No hidden poisons i should know about??

 

[Australis]

Yeah they are fine.. also a bit easier to clean compared to timber.

 

[marcmarc]

File down any sharp bits though.

 

[SteveNT]

Yes

 

[DHoffmann]

They're fine, just make sure to keep them clean as they're untreated and will grow mould fairly quickly. I use them in my click clack with no problems.

 

[kawasakirider]

Make sure you have a hand saw, lol. My saws were up north at my mothers house, so I planned to cut mine with a dremel. A part of my dremel was missing and I had to use a steak knife to chop 3 pieces of it, it was not fun.

 

[AM Pythons]

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[SteveNT]

If you find pieces that have been in water for a while they are pre sandpapered and very nice. And up here they've usually got a cherubin or red claw yabby in them!

 

[user 30368]

Make sure you have a hand saw, lol. My saws were up north at my mothers house, so I planned to cut mine with a dremel. A part of my dremel was missing and I had to use a steak knife to chop 3 pieces of it, it was not fun.

I use steak knives as screwdrivers. Best invention ever!!!! Thanks for the feedback everyone! Looks like my snake is gett'n some bamboo!

 

[Jen]

Just be aware it can splinter badly and it's very sharp. It is also heaps of fun to burn as it explodes (don't try this at home kids)

 

[RickLeekong]

I use it too