How to Sterilize Wood for Reptiles

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  • Опубліковано 24 лис 2024

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  • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
    @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +6

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  • @bella-jz6rr
    @bella-jz6rr 6 років тому +268

    I Finally know what snow is

  • @majorocarina2603
    @majorocarina2603 6 років тому +132

    Thank you! It was painful to see $25 sticks at the pet store and your information was just what I needed!

  • @Gorrem
    @Gorrem 6 років тому +133

    For big pieces you can also just cut them down to fit in the oven, use the oven method, and then reassemble them with nontoxic wood glue

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому +27

      Hadn’t thought of that! Good idea 👍🏼

    • @Juliexe
      @Juliexe 4 роки тому

      what if i cant cut it

    • @Gorrem
      @Gorrem 4 роки тому +2

      Fvckitdxo3 then you should do the technique in this video!

    • @helenanimocks
      @helenanimocks 4 роки тому

      I don’t have an oven😐

    • @Gorrem
      @Gorrem 4 роки тому +17

      @@helenanimocks well, that's a bigger problem than sanitizing wood

  • @MelpyMelperson
    @MelpyMelperson 6 років тому +125

    That was the most informative video I've found on how to disinfect wood without being super long. So glad you made this.

  • @jessicarose6223
    @jessicarose6223 Рік тому +17

    What I used to do is after bleaching items, soak the items in fresh water with fish tank water treatment. That naturally neutralizes the chlorine in bleach. I even tested it by dropping the treatment directly into bleach water and testing the water before and after. It was AMAZING!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому +1

      That is super smart! Thank you very much for sharing

    • @penguine342
      @penguine342 Рік тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast Speaking of neutralizing bleach- Hydrogen Peroxide is a safe way to chemically neutralize bleach. Water can flush the bleach out, but you are not guaranteed that all the bleach is gone, because water doesn't neutralize the bleach, it just dilutes it. I would also advise bleaching your wood in a big tub outside if you can, because bleach fumes are not good to breathe. If you have a bathroom fan, turn it on, and open windows with a fan blowing out if you must use bleach indoors. Wear gloves and if possible a Multi Gas/Vapor respirator when working with bleach for an extended period of time.

  • @micahwalker5145
    @micahwalker5145 5 років тому +26

    Love how he said he’ll cut that out but he didn’t

  • @douglynch9012
    @douglynch9012 6 років тому +20

    A method I've used on large pieces of wood and large pieces of rock slabs that won't fit in a oven or bathtub is to scrub them thoroughly and let them dry. Then place them in a vehicle in direct sunlight all day during the summer months. Temperatures in a vehicle with the windows up get incredibly hot in the summer months. The rock slabs I've done this way can't be handled with bare hands until they cool. I've never had a problem with my reptiles doing it this way.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому +8

      Hmm... interesting! That definitely sounds like it would work to me. It’s crazy how hot cars can get in the summer

    • @douglynch9012
      @douglynch9012 6 років тому +1

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast ... I even will put my Aspen bedding in the vehicle for a day or two before I bring it in the house.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому +1

      Smart! I’ve done something similar, left bags of aspen outside in the winter (-20-30 C) for a few days. I once had an out break of wood mites from aspen... they’re harmless but I didn’t appreciate it haha

  • @JoaoSantos-my2kb
    @JoaoSantos-my2kb 4 роки тому +16

    WOW! I found this video while looking for ways to sterilize wood for my tarantula! The video is super informative and after scrolling down the comments, I noticed that you interacted with all of them, which was mind-blowing to me! Keep up the good work!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Glad you found the video, Thank you for watching! If you keep spiders, then you might enjoy the podcast I recorded with Tom Moran from Tom’s big spiders: ua-cam.com/video/D1OFdQk8Qnk/v-deo.html

    • @kyndalyoung
      @kyndalyoung 3 роки тому +2

      I am here for the same reason!

  • @lolajones2532
    @lolajones2532 5 років тому +15

    this was really helpful, and now i know what snnow looks like. YAY

  • @oSTARCHILD
    @oSTARCHILD 4 роки тому +9

    Thank you for this video. I lost a smaller tree in my backyard and have a ton of branches. I knew I could use them for my rainbow boa but never knew how to prep it.

  • @gabe8649
    @gabe8649 6 років тому +35

    My favourite bit was when he turned the tap on in the bath and then the water went in a bucket

  • @dreahunn969
    @dreahunn969 4 роки тому +3

    Best video out there. Everyone talks to much you got straight to the point. Thanks!!

  • @MrsRemi
    @MrsRemi 3 роки тому +3

    That looks so much easier than people who would boil it for 6hs or the oven for 4hs+ and having the sticks soaked in water beforehand. I personally collected the sticks after a rainy day to skip the soaking issue and since they were really tiny and only for my isopods, I put them in the microwave for 5mins with some water. I'm not sure if it fully desinfected everything, but I feel safer that way than not doing anything at all!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому +1

      Yep I think the microwave method works fine as well! Thank you for watching the video

  • @TheStigma
    @TheStigma Рік тому +2

    I think the clean water soak may be unnecessary if you just give it good time to ventilate and dry. bleach is a very unstable chemical in open atmosphere and breaks down into water and sodium chloride (table salt). By the time you can get the wood thoroughly dry it shouldn't have any bleach left in it when using it dilluted like this - only a trace amount of salt. When it's dry and you cant detect the smell of the bleach anymore it should be pretty safe.

  • @TheAuDHDVegan
    @TheAuDHDVegan Місяць тому

    I know this is an older video, and no one will probably see this, but I want to share a couple of tips:
    1. Avoid cracks and crevices in the wood. Your reptiles' nail or toe could get caught in it, which can lead to amputation of the digit.
    2. If you are still on the fence and worried that your wood might catch fire, you can soak it beforehand.

  • @alexanderfridayeagle9146
    @alexanderfridayeagle9146 3 роки тому +3

    Did he... Did he just make a bad joke, say ''Ill cut that out'' and proceed to cut the branch out? This man is a legend!

  • @reptiliangarden
    @reptiliangarden 6 років тому +14

    This was so helpful! Thank you!!

  • @loganbowen9531
    @loganbowen9531 3 місяці тому +1

    Am I the only one noticing the absolute clean guitar licks in the backround 😭

  • @krystalskyebrisson9512
    @krystalskyebrisson9512 4 роки тому +5

    Handsome, funny fella that loves his reptiles. You're good in my book sir! Thank you for the helpful video. 😊 I'm going to go branch hunting asap, in the snow I might add! 😜 My Ball Python, Hyde, is going to love this! ❤

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      Haha thank you! You’ll have to check out the podcast as well, I think you would enjoy it! Good luck finding branches 👍🏼. If you have any other questions feel free to either send me a DM on Instagram or an email!

  • @rasputin7633
    @rasputin7633 Рік тому +2

    Even if the wood combusted (which it won’t until 450) and began to burn, it’s in the oven. Something that’s designed to go up to broiling temperatures ranging between 500-550 F. 350 degrees Fahrenheit, has been the standard as long as I can remember. And hotter is better for killing pathogens and parasites, and burrowing insects.

  • @nenahdm
    @nenahdm 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome, I was going to put my driftwood in bleach but the oven method sounds much easier!! thank you for sharing

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому

      Yep, it will be way easier!Thank you for watching the video! If you’re into reptiles, I recommend checking out the podcast as well. You can find it on UA-cam or any podcasting app

  • @jtother.o.c.2059
    @jtother.o.c.2059 2 роки тому +3

    You didnt bathe for 3 days bro. That's dedication.

  • @liamfox2170
    @liamfox2170 2 роки тому

    Thankyou, gonna go with the oven method saved me alot of money

  • @ThePieFairy91
    @ThePieFairy91 5 років тому +1

    I'm lucky enough to have a massive oak behind my house that loses branches from storms. Nature does the hard work for me and all I need to do is remove rotted wood if there is any. I have a cool branch that was struck by lightning and is streaked with charred markings like tiger stripes. 👌
    Now I know what to do with my unsightly pile of hoarded sticks! Thank you 😁

  • @jasonkelly7951
    @jasonkelly7951 3 роки тому

    You are in fact my favourite person ever right now. Keep doing good work!

  • @EvilToesock
    @EvilToesock 8 місяців тому +1

    Can the bleach solution be left in the tub and reused for another branch? What about another one? So three total.

  • @lilithspears7679
    @lilithspears7679 10 місяців тому

    Awesome video!! Super clear and concise, really appreciate it!!

  • @hearttheart6229
    @hearttheart6229 2 роки тому +1

    I bought a rex brand chunk of wood from Petco about a year ago. Just now it got an infection of powderpost beetles. No idea how since I haven’t introduced anything from outside into or around the enclosure. But I’ve been trying everywhere to find a half decent guide to sanitization. Thanks for this!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      Yeah who knows, eggs could come in on the substrate… Or maybe they were just buried in the wood and waiting for the right conditions. Glad the video helped!

  • @samanthabarnett4895
    @samanthabarnett4895 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much I have a new baby savanna monitor. N today is day 1of building an enclosure. HE GROWS SO FAST.. LOL Can't wait for my little dragon to be fully grown!! Thanks again... Sam

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Congrats on the new monitor, savannah monitors are great! I highly recommend checking out the podcast, there’s plenty of episodes at this point and many of them will help you design your enclosure. I cover lots of tips on lighting, heating, enrichment, and much much more!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      I’d love to see a picture of the enclosure when it’s done too! 😊

  • @SquidgytheGreat
    @SquidgytheGreat 3 роки тому

    Perfect! Thanks for this, I've got a couple of sticks in the oven for my whites tree frog enclosure!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome, thank you for watching! Good luck setting up your enclosure

  • @lilydd28
    @lilydd28 2 роки тому +1

    Can someone tell me please if this is something you got to do to the wood if you want to use it for decor or to make something that will hold food? I want to make some decor but need help on what to do with the sticks I get from outside.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      I’m not sure what you mean by “hold food”? If you want to use sticks from outside for decor, just follow the steps that I take in the video

    • @lilydd28
      @lilydd28 2 роки тому

      I want to make a cake stand with wood and round base on top. I saw someone using the blow torch but I dont know what is best so that's why I asked. I'll follow the video instructions if my wood trunks aren't too big. Thanks.

  • @DanielJacksonJ
    @DanielJacksonJ 2 роки тому

    Excellent Video man. If anyone has a Dremel or multi-tool works wonders for sanding faster.

  • @xdragonxmasterx6790
    @xdragonxmasterx6790 6 років тому +8

    Could I use chlorohexidine solution as a substitute for bleach it’s a much more animal safe cleaning products most vets use.

  • @ashtonleinster9476
    @ashtonleinster9476 Місяць тому

    super helpful, im following this process right now!! thank you! i have one question about the drying time - everywhere i look online says the wood needs to dry for a week or even longer, but i really dont want to wait that long. is 5 days really enough?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Місяць тому

      Glad you found it helpful! Yeah, that’s probably fine, especially if you can let it sit in the warm sun. Just remember too much moisture can cause mold, etc. so it is in your best interest to make sure it is relatively dry before putting it into an enclosure.

  • @Blaze-wx8li
    @Blaze-wx8li 4 роки тому +1

    Super helpful, thanks. This is exactly what I was looking for

  • @staceyhughes7625
    @staceyhughes7625 4 роки тому

    Your video has been so helpful. Currently have the wood in the bleach bath. Thanks for sharing this idea!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Right on! Thanks for watching the video, I’m glad to help 😀

  • @ebibby7039
    @ebibby7039 4 роки тому +4

    I heard you can soak the wood before putting it in the oven so that your a little safer with the wood burning and it boils the bacteria to death in there too.
    Just a little plus 😁

  • @pettips1013
    @pettips1013 6 років тому +1

    You deserve more subs

  • @chiprobeson1658
    @chiprobeson1658 2 роки тому

    I clean the bark off of my sticks with a pocket knife, it leaves the surface very smooth and with a little effort can cut off all those little nubs as well

  • @keishapetfamily
    @keishapetfamily 6 років тому +3

    Nice and great video

  • @Eavalinc
    @Eavalinc 5 років тому +1

    As always super helpful. Thanks man

  • @NORTHERNEXOTICS
    @NORTHERNEXOTICS 6 років тому +1

    I've done a similar video to this , awesome footage

  • @7nochannel
    @7nochannel 6 років тому +1

    Very helpful. Will do.

  • @thiwy_HPC4L
    @thiwy_HPC4L 4 роки тому

    Very well made video, exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

  • @amyg.t.3919
    @amyg.t.3919 6 років тому +4

    Omg thanks. Got a few logs and didn't know how to sanitize. Now i know!!

  • @Juanissleepy
    @Juanissleepy 2 роки тому

    I was going to get it wet and scrub, then soak, then scrub and soak again then let it soak for 1-2 days. Put it in the oven after soaking for around 2 hours then put it in the freezer for 3-4 days then let it defrost and put it in the terrarium. But I was just gonna clean the cork bark. Not branches outside.

  • @human000
    @human000 2 роки тому

    I love this channel, I just recently subscribed, and I plan on recommending it to other people 😊
    Also could you do this same process with bark??

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому +2

      Awesome, thank you! Yes, definitely although I would use the oven method for bark

    • @human000
      @human000 2 роки тому

      Thanks!

  • @ZoeYTYT
    @ZoeYTYT 6 років тому +1

    AWESOME VIDEO!!! I got some second hand wood decorations from a friend is it ok to use this method with them??? My biggest concern is a bark reptile hide that still has some poop on it, will the oven method kill that? Or should I try something a little harsher?? THANKS

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому

      Thank you! :) Yep I would say this either method would work fine for that! I would try and clean the hide with water as well as possible (they can be tricky to clean) before putting it in the oven.

  • @LKauf279
    @LKauf279 Рік тому

    Yeesss! I’m upgrading 4 snakes to their adult PVC tanks and I wasn’t interested in paying an arm and a leg for stuff!

  • @bapgirl1
    @bapgirl1 6 років тому +2

    thank you so much for this! I have a ball python and will get a boa soon... so now I know I can save 100s of dollars on wood I can just get outside 🤗 with a week to prepare in advance of course for the disinfecting process. thanks again!! 🐍❤️

  • @bmerceri69
    @bmerceri69 5 років тому +2

    I may have missed it but, what type of wood are you using or recommend?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  5 років тому

      Pretty much how any hard wood tree are safe to use! I like maple or popular, just stay away from softwoods like pine, spruce, cedar, etc!

  • @davidbrown-55
    @davidbrown-55 5 років тому +1

    Do you use the outdoor wood for dart frog tanks? If so, how long and have you used it not baked without any issues. Thanks

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  5 років тому

      I don’t own dart frogs, but I wouldn’t anticipate there being any reason you can’t use outdoor wood. I have always baked the wood I use.

  • @eliassuorsa9838
    @eliassuorsa9838 4 роки тому

    I’ve heard a few times that you can also put the sticks in sauna.

  • @TheTitoMosquito
    @TheTitoMosquito 5 років тому +1

    Can you put a sealant over the wood to help preserve them further? Is there a benefit for doing that or is it not recommended?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  5 років тому +1

      Yep, as long as you let it fully cure (can take a couple weeks) I don't see why you couldn't seal the wood.

  • @lachlanbernon9695
    @lachlanbernon9695 6 років тому +1

    Thx very helpful!!! Would disinfectant and soaking it in a pool and then flushing it also work.i thought it might work just because it would completely submerged the larger types of sticks.can you also use paper bark as decor in you enclosure.btw this video is amazing and keep it up and you deserve all the subscribers you get in the near future.bye.... ☺☺☺☺☺☺😋

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому

      You are welcome! hmm... I believe using a pool would work! Although you may want to soak it for longer than 24 hours considering the chlorine content wouldn't be quite as high. It would definitely be helpful when trying to disinfect large branches. Using paper bark for decor is an awesome idea, I will have to try that in the next enclosure I set up! Thank you very much for the support! I am glad you enjoyed the video :)

  • @XDD34DXD
    @XDD34DXD 2 роки тому

    Hi great video question though when you do the bath tub method is it cold or hot water you use

  • @julie7870
    @julie7870 Рік тому

    For big branches, do you think it's risky to use bleach to sterilize them if they're going into a bioactive enclosure where CUC will actually feed on the wood?
    I've got a big piece of driftwood going into my boas new enclosure, but I'm worried about spending hundreds of dollars on isopods (since bioactive is the goal) and then having them die bc there are still trace amounts of bleach in the wood that couldn't be rinsed out.
    Love your content!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому +1

      I would just do a good of scrubbing, the outside of the Driftwood with soap and water to make sure there’s no debris/dirt. No need to sterilize it.

    • @julie7870
      @julie7870 Рік тому

      ​@@AnimalsatHomePodcast thanks for the reply!
      The driftwood been sitting outside in someone's yard for a long time and it has some hollow areas where it would be hard to scrub properly, so I wouldn't really trust it like that.
      You think it's too risky to use bleach on any wood going in a bioactive enclosure then?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому

      No I don’t think it’s too risky. I was more thinking that maybe it’s too large to soak. As long as you flush it well afterwards and let it completely air out your fine to use it in a bioactive set up

  • @amandastakeonit7402
    @amandastakeonit7402 Рік тому

    Watched again, and shared.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому

      Awesome, thank you very much!

    • @amandastakeonit7402
      @amandastakeonit7402 Рік тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast, did again. It's a popular question in groups and I agree with your video the most of any I have seen!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому

      @@amandastakeonit7402 thank you 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @amandastakeonit7402
      @amandastakeonit7402 9 місяців тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast, and again! Your tutorial is my favorite to share . Others aren't quite there or I haven't found them. I need to explore your channel!

  • @oliverpetersen3930
    @oliverpetersen3930 5 років тому

    I hope what i did works. I soaked the pieces of woods which are small in size in bleach for 5 hours then boiled for 20 minutes followed by baking in the oven for 3 hours.

  • @LukeMcGuireoides
    @LukeMcGuireoides Рік тому

    I was thinking about submerging some wood underwater, idk, overnight, drowning any pests. Think that'll work? I was especially interested in doing this with moss, since you can't really bake or bleach moss

    • @LukeMcGuireoides
      @LukeMcGuireoides Рік тому

      Completely submerging it, with weights to hold it under the surface

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому

      I’m sure that would have some sort of positive effect. The other thing you could do is spray it with diluted hydrogen peroxide, that should kill the pests but won’t have any negative affect on the moss

  • @maryc4463
    @maryc4463 4 роки тому

    Awesome video! Especially for a total newbie, thank you! One question, can you use some wood sealer on it to prevent it from breaking down or will that be toxic?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching! You could use a water based polycrylic if you wanted to seal it. But I prefer to let the wood breakdown, it's more natural! Every few years you may have to change the wood, but that's perfectly okay!

    • @maryc4463
      @maryc4463 4 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast thank you for replying 👍

    • @beezgobuzz
      @beezgobuzz Рік тому

      Thank you! I need to sterilize my lizards wood,and this was so clear and concise. Thanks!!

  • @opa3794
    @opa3794 2 роки тому

    Here for cat tree needs but I like the vibe.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      Haha thank you!

    • @opa3794
      @opa3794 2 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast added bonus. Saw snow for the first time (;

  • @951Carlo
    @951Carlo 4 роки тому

    How long do you bake for? How many 10 min increments?

  • @octaviacordara3765
    @octaviacordara3765 3 роки тому

    Is apple tree wood ok to use? What other trees can I use? Like both your method for doing this just not got ceder tress around her just apple pear and cherry and I've found wood looks good to use just not sure what it is could use some help on if it's safe thanks

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому

      Yep any hardwood trees will work fine. Apple trees and cherry trees are great

  • @anabogosavljev7924
    @anabogosavljev7924 4 роки тому

    Can I just bake them without bleaching, for plant terrarium???

  • @daishatoomey1414
    @daishatoomey1414 4 роки тому

    How do you clean a piece of wood that is 4.5-5 ft tall that doesn’t fit in tub....do you use out side garbage can ( of course cleaned first)

  • @davidvalenta9394
    @davidvalenta9394 4 роки тому

    I cut some birch branches about 2"-3" thick, about 4' long, and they've been in a basement in plastic bags (no progressive bug signs, wood is drying out slightly)
    = what I'm looking to do is get the birch bark off .
    > Do I soak it (no tub available) -could I leave it out in a couple of spring rains (or would that rot the wood out?)
    or would i have to use a paint stripper wheel on a drill to flay the bark off & then painstakingly use a sander to smooth it out?
    ___
    Any suggestions: appreciated.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      I'm not sure what the easiest way to remove bark would be... If you've had them for a while and collected them from an area without pesticides, etc. you probably don't have to worry about sterilizing them. I'm just not sure what to do regarding the bark issue!

  • @madisontalcott3382
    @madisontalcott3382 2 дні тому

    My wood didn’t get light like this!! Does that mean I didn’t use enough bleach? Or could that be the wood type?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 дні тому +1

      It could be the type of wood, or maybe you still have bark on the branch? Either way, even if the bleach solution wasn’t concentrated enough, you are likely totally fine as far as sanitization goes.

  • @inaya1781
    @inaya1781 4 роки тому

    Awesome video! Just curious to know, if I use the oven method for a small piece of wood, would it be safe to place in water for my turtle tank?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Yep, that would be perfectly fine 👌🏼

    • @inaya1781
      @inaya1781 4 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast Thank you!

  • @maddiec1149
    @maddiec1149 Рік тому

    I found the perfect piece but it was in a tree line next to a bean field. The field hasn’t been sprayed in probably 10 months and it has freshly snapped off from the tree. I’m guessing within a couple weeks. It was laying on top of other branches right on the creek bank and not on the ground so it was probably 10ft from the bean field. I’ve prepped it and last step is bleaching and now I’m questioning whether or not to continue for my Burmese enclosure I’m building.. any advice is appreciated!

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  Рік тому

      I’m sure it’s totally safe to use, especially if it freshly snapped off the tree! Just make sure you scrub and clean the exterior as much as possible

  • @NailsByAdanja
    @NailsByAdanja 6 років тому +1

    Thank you so much! I was wondering about the part after you've put the wood in bleach and I couldn't really find what to do. Yes I did rinse of the bleach in water but definitly *probaly* not good nor long enough. I did however find something about a water/vinegar solution which would help with getting the bleach out. Do you think that helps as well? Also, if you have a bio-active set-up, is it really necessary to clean them with bleach?
    Also, great vid ♥

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching 😊 Hmm... that’s interesting about the water/vinegar solution, I haven’t heard of that! I’m guessing since vinegar is very acidic and bleach is quite basic, the vinegar solution might help “pull” the bleach out of the wood quicker. Sounds like it could work! Plus vinegar is non-toxic so it probably wouldn’t hurt!
      Yes, even for a bio-active enclosure I would still sanitize the wood. Outdoor wood could carry pathogens that could be deadly to your animals/ or clean up crew in the set up. You never know what sort of things have buried themselves deep into the wood so better safe than sorry!

    • @fantasiadr
      @fantasiadr 2 роки тому

      Just for future people reading these comments. Do Not Mix Bleach and Vinegar! This can create Chlorine Gas which can be dangerous in high volumes.

    • @cyan2037
      @cyan2037 7 місяців тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast DO NOT MIX BLEACH AND VINEGAR EVEN IF ITS DILUTED WTF

  • @agentelvis81
    @agentelvis81 4 роки тому

    Good video. IMO it's okay to just do a gallon of bleach per FULL bathtub, you're over a 30:1 ratio there and good to go. It's close enough and you don't have to worry about the pail or any counting or measuring :P A little strong won't hurt since you have to rather meticulously and thoroughly flush the wood regardless if you use this method. Also, the deeper the water, the more effective your "flip-over" is if you need to reorient the wood mid-way if it doesn't all fit, it increasing the overlap and the amount of wood submerged. Can't complain about the bonus free bathtub-cleaning, either haha.

  • @dafish2561
    @dafish2561 2 роки тому

    We would really like to see a video on how to deal with rocks

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому +1

      I would just scrub with soap and water, you could also use a disinfectant like chlorohexadine if you wanted too. Do not put rocks in the oven though!

  • @craftyninjacat
    @craftyninjacat 2 роки тому

    Wouldn't it be better to allow the wood to dry completely between soaking it in bleach and flushing the bleach out of the wood? If the wood is already saturated with water (and bleach), it won't take in any more water, right? But if it dries out first, then the clean water will be able to reach everywhere the bleach did and be able flush it out of the wood more effectively.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      You could do that but it will add a lot of time to the process. The bleach will move from an area of high concentration (the wood) to low concentration (the fresh bath water) via diffusion.

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      In other words, it’s not that the fresh water replaces the bleach in the wood, instead it’s that the bleach is drawn out of the wood

  • @d4dp0ol41
    @d4dp0ol41 5 років тому

    If you didnt want your moist substrate to deteriorate the wood, couldnt you do a clear poly sealer on it?

  • @beth8095
    @beth8095 2 роки тому

    Thank You

  • @jmann8842
    @jmann8842 3 роки тому

    thank you

  • @Jakesdaysvlogs
    @Jakesdaysvlogs 2 роки тому

    I felt like I was fishing in club penguin 😂

  • @davidvalenta9394
    @davidvalenta9394 5 років тому

    evergreens are pretty obvious, but how can you tell what species a tree is once fallen & no leaves?
    or are any deciduous ok for reptiles, as long as you're not dealing with evidence of sap?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  5 років тому

      Yep, exactly. Pretty much most deciduous trees are okay provided there isn’t tons of sap. Usually you can find local guides online to help identify the native trees in your area as well.

  • @chrismaxie2864
    @chrismaxie2864 3 місяці тому

    thx so much!

  • @chatterbox3327
    @chatterbox3327 4 роки тому

    I baked a birch branch after loads of people saying its fine & safe, but now has strong wood smell is this going to mess with the snake, its been 2 weeks since I backed it still hums

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Nothing wrong with the wood smell! Your snake won’t mind at all

    • @chatterbox3327
      @chatterbox3327 4 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast thank you couldn't find anything out about strong scented woods and reptiles

  • @kelseypaulusse3248
    @kelseypaulusse3248 4 роки тому

    If I find drift wood on the beach can I just put in the oven? Or do I still have to do the bleach method as well?

  • @mscir
    @mscir 5 років тому

    Well done.

  • @nearlywitches2058
    @nearlywitches2058 4 роки тому

    i have a driftwood piece i made for my old lizard who has sadly passed away. do you think i could reuse it for another reptile? i soaked it in bleach water with her rocks for about 2 hours. could i bake it or will the bleach be dangerous to bake? should i soak in fresh water now?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      Sorry to hear about your lizard. You can definitely re-use it. Soaking it in bleach was smart, I would now let it soak in fresh water... I don't think baking it will draw the bleach out of the wood tissue

    • @nearlywitches2058
      @nearlywitches2058 4 роки тому

      Animals at Home thank you for this informative video and quick reply!

  • @avaogara
    @avaogara Рік тому

    I've collected branches n yes followed all your steps I did boiling water over the wood then dried ot out in a cool dry place
    why buy when nature gives you free

  • @devinclark4037
    @devinclark4037 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @sydni9121
    @sydni9121 9 місяців тому

    My stick is about 1 1/2 inches in diameter can I just soak it for 4 hours?

  • @570exotics9
    @570exotics9 3 роки тому

    Were dud u get that piece if wood brotha I need one

  • @cjleveille2626
    @cjleveille2626 3 роки тому

    Do you need to seal it if putting in a humid tank environment? Like for a jungle python?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому +1

      Nope I wouldn’t! It takes a very long time for the wood to break down (unless it’s in a bio active enclosure)

    • @cjleveille2626
      @cjleveille2626 3 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast Thanks heaps. I went log hunting today, ready to start the process. Cheers

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  3 роки тому

      Excellent!

  • @georgegiese7450
    @georgegiese7450 3 роки тому

    will this kill like ticks and little buggers like that?

  • @Justice..-jp7hp
    @Justice..-jp7hp Рік тому

    After bleaching my reptile wood can I put it in the oven after to dry it??

  • @wolfmania10
    @wolfmania10 4 роки тому

    What about just boiling them in water for half hour? I’ve heard that on fish tank forums I figure if that’s considered to safe to submerged in the fish tank then I figure same method will be adequate for a terrarium

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Yep, as long as you have a large enough pot. That will work! Just make sure it dries out completely before you add it to the terrarium

    • @wolfmania10
      @wolfmania10 4 роки тому

      Animals at Home sweet thank you!

  • @YenCrew
    @YenCrew 4 роки тому

    I don't know my trees though. Could you tell me what tree I have?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      If it has leaves you are good to go. Just stay away from anything with needles

  • @karlopopovic810
    @karlopopovic810 4 роки тому

    Could you cook the wood in salt water for example?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      Good question... I assume that would work. I would just make sure you flush the wood thoroughly afterwards. i.e. soak in fresh water for several hours to leech the salt out.

  • @Emma-wi8ri
    @Emma-wi8ri 2 роки тому

    Should it dry inside or out? I’m scared to do it outside feel like bugs could just get right back in it😅

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому +1

      Haha yeah it's possible but probably unlikely because they will only be outside for a short period of time. If you can get them in the sun for a few hours on a hot day, that will seriously shorten the time it takes them to dry. Of course you can definitely dry them inside as well :)

    • @Emma-wi8ri
      @Emma-wi8ri 2 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast ok thank you sm!

    • @Emma-wi8ri
      @Emma-wi8ri 2 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast would maybe on top of a car be best?
      Feel like most bugs would have a harder time getting up there

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  2 роки тому

      @@Emma-wi8ri good idea!

  • @Theblankminer
    @Theblankminer 3 роки тому

    Do you have to keep the wood in the oven for 2 hours, or can I keep it there for an hour?

  • @extraedgy1066
    @extraedgy1066 4 роки тому

    Can I do the same for rocks or is their a different process I need to take?

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      I would just scrub rocks down with hot soapy water. There’s no real need to soak them, just need to remove whatever’s on their surface!

  • @gilbertdinho1710
    @gilbertdinho1710 4 роки тому

    Would you still go 24 hr soak even if it’s wood from a reptile store? I will be reusing the wood for a different reptile and I want to use the bleach/water method

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому +1

      Honestly if you purchased the wood from a reptile store, I would just clean it off with hot soapy water and then rinse it with fresh water!

    • @gilbertdinho1710
      @gilbertdinho1710 4 роки тому

      Animals at Home ah okay, I will do that then. Thanks!

  • @galaxt1ka
    @galaxt1ka 4 роки тому

    Is it possible to freeze the wood to kill off bacteria? I'm super nervous about putting wood in the oven, especially because several units in my apartment have already caught on fires since I've been living here >_

    • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
      @AnimalsatHomePodcast  4 роки тому

      Hmm... I think that could work. I probably wouldn’t be as good as the oven but I think it would be better than nothing! If you do go the freezer route, I would leave it in there for several days!

    • @galaxt1ka
      @galaxt1ka 4 роки тому

      @@AnimalsatHomePodcast Thanks for responding so quickly! I may have to try this out.