Originally Posted by kkatxo (Post 2147260)

I am using a Sterlite gasket latch box for my hatchling setup & am concerned by the chemical smell of the plastic. I thoroughly washed it with Dawn dish soap & water, but that didn’t take it away completely. I did some reading online which suggested using lemon, vinegar, charcoal, sunlight, etc as cleaning agents... wondering what everyone else has done that worked? I wanted to run the tub through the dishwasher, but read that the hot water could actually lock in the smell.

None of the setup videos or forums I read ever mentioned this as an issue or as part of the setup process, so I wanted to see what has been tried & tested before running to the store.

Thanks!!

Originally Posted by Cassato (Post 2147263)

Just wait till they poop in there - problem solved!
Seriously tho they'll be fine

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Originally Posted by bcr229 (Post 2147274)

Is there a reason you're using the tubs with gaskets? Those are airtight. I've used the tubs without gaskets and have never noticed a smell with them.

Originally Posted by kkatxo (Post 2147425)

I identified the source of the smell; the suction cups on my Pangea digital reptile thermometers…