29-01-2011, 07:48 PM | #1 |
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Where can i get hold of a decent tortoise table?
Where can i get hold of a decent tortoise table for my little mate Miles. Thanks guys.
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29-01-2011, 07:53 PM | #2 |
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There are quite a few places now that make tort tables. A quick google should give you some companys and info.
Ebay also have quite a few up for sale too. I made my own, another option for you |
29-01-2011, 08:01 PM | #3 |
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Another option is to search around freecycle or second hand furniture shop's looking for small solid cupboards or chest's, these can be lined out with plastic sheet and used.
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29-01-2011, 08:11 PM | #4 |
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Hi i recently bought a really well made tortoise table from swift pet supplies , they sell on ebay , you can get ther tel no off of there and call them they will quote you how much to make it and post it to you , my table is of very good quality and was a really good price , julia
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29-01-2011, 10:38 PM | #5 |
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Loads of good ones on ebay with built in houses and some with 2 floors
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02-02-2011, 02:09 PM | #6 |
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AdamK ,
If i can help let me know ww.secretgardenwoodcraft.com or http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...e=STRK:MESE:IT Stuart |
02-02-2011, 03:56 PM | #7 |
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unless you have a reason to part with your money you can make one for under £30, a 4x2ft peice of ready cut ply from B&Q should only be a few pounds and 2 or 3 lengths of decking will easily be fastened to make the sides, even an inexperienced DIY person can make something simple like this.
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02-02-2011, 07:12 PM | #8 |
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I would not recommend using decking to make a tortoise table unless it’s totally untreated but 99% of the boards your pick up from say B&Q are soft wood and will have been Tanalised and if this sits against any damp substrate I can leach into the substrate which I would assume will not be great for the tortoise. If you go for hardwood decking then no problem but for the price your pay for that you might as well get one made for you.
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03-02-2011, 07:59 AM | #9 |
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well if not decking then conti board is just as cheap or even more ply!
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05-02-2011, 10:23 AM | #10 |
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I used these shelves from Ikea:
http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/catalog/products/90154314 I waterproofed it using diluted PVA glue, cheap as chips: |
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