It is advisable to cover windows with mesh frames so that you can open them for ventilation without the reptiles escaping . Radiators can also be covered with a mesh guard to prevent snakes from squeezing behind them and burning themselves . You can use a large child's wading pool as a pond , and heat lamps can be suspended over basking areas . A concrete or tiled floor is best , but a vinyl-covered wooden floor will also do especially if it is sprinkled with a thin layer of clean sand that will facilitate cleaning . It can be swept out at regular intervals and replaced after the floor has been washed and dried .
Every material has advantages and disadvantages .
Always avoid to use pine or cedar shavings such as those used to keep mice or hamsters . These can be toxic and snake can swallow when it took their prey . Snakes are physically afraid too quickly and then become stressed . If you provide them a hidebox then you will have a more healthy and feels more secure snake . A box measuring just 8 by 10 by 3 inches is big enough for a typical 5-6foot snake .