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Rodent rack build help

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I will be building a rodent rack tomorrow and I am not that good with wood work. I will be getting the wood cut at Home Depot. I have a question for you professional rack builders, what measurements do i need to get the wood cut for the screen tops that sit above the tubs, and the rails that the tub will slide on.

The tubs I am using measurements are length 18-7/8" x 13 3/4" x 7 7/8". For the length and width I am not sure the length to get the wood cut. I think I will be using 1x2"s or 1x1"s for the frame( or whatever you guys suggest). Below is a picture of the tub I am using. Thanks for any help
 

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I would recommend 2x2s for the frame, more support is a good thing. I would add half an inch to the width and an inch to the length for the size. Gives you a little room to work with but not enough to let rodents out.
Will this be the only tub you are using? If so, a rack isn't necessary. I would just build a screen top that fits over the tub. Otherwise the height of the rack will depend on how many levels you want and how much room you want between levels.
 
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