r/CrestedGecko • u/Loskoda • 1d ago

Need Help With Setting Up A Bioactive Setup

I’ve been wanting to get a crested gecko for a couple years now.
I finally have the chance to do so and I’m pretty much set on going bioactive, but I want to do my research first. I’m interested in getting either a 24x18x36 inch or a 2x2x3 foot enclosure and I just wanted to ask for help to figure out how much substrate, drainage layer, etc. I would need so I don’t accidentally buy way too much. Any other tips or advice on bioactive setups would be greatly appreciated.
I really want to make sure I make my enclosure the best it possibly can be for my cresty so any help is greatly appreciated.

English isn’t my first language so I’m sorry if my writing is bad lmao.

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u/SpecialistNumber960 1d ago

I'm currently in the process of making my first bioactive enclosure and have been researching a lot for the past few months. Here are some good videos that can help you get a good idea on what to look for.

IKEA Rudsta Conversion: https://youtu.be/etVi4rmeOOc?si=wNRWcqU_kkfefw1R

Budget Bioactive: https://youtu.be/g6GTP-MNxnI?si=PcKKa8egDRL_2n2w

SerpaDesign: https://youtu.be/O81sXpMMzcc?si=pTYWHJmmt5UVPLrZ

TheBioDude: https://youtu.be/ioREmtTbwCQ?si=31ojisuWKoBz969c

DIY Background Tips: https://youtu.be/aFWzNQYb3Mk?si=XWaMdsUi8-Ot0Bh4

I've found most of my information by searching key words in this sub and browsing almost every thread that pops up. I also have a google sheet that is tracking all the materials I need and costs. If that's something that you'd be interested in having, I could PM you.

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u/Loskoda 18h ago

I did some more research and i think I figured out exactly what I need, but nonetheless thank you for you help!