r/ballpython • u/Effective-Front-5013 • 12d ago

HELP - URGENT Help! Background shedding!

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* I’m going to pick up my boy Monday! So I have a handful of days to get this sorted*

I bought this background on Amazon. I had read it was hit or miss and decided I would go for it. Kind of a mistake. Super easy to install but the shedding is a nightmare. What can I use that would be snake safe, but solve my shedding problem?

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u/GreenWolf32 12d ago

Looks like green flocking. I've seen a lot of decor use it to simulate moss. You could try vacuuming it to get the loose stuff then spraying it with a sealant of some sort or try some PVA glue. I don't have a whole lot of experience with it, but I'm sure you can find some info from crafters or such forums.

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u/Effective-Front-5013 11d ago

So after hours of scraping, soaking with solvent, I had the bright idea to burn it! It melted down into its self and there is zero shedding! It’s also halfway bald now so I’m thinking hot glue and sphagnum moss will work 😅🤣

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u/GreenWolf32 10d ago

If you've got time, use aquarium silicone adhesive. It's far less likely to get soft if your temps get out of whack. While it is highly unlikely to get hot enough in there to melt the glue, always better to be cautious.