Turn Your Passion into a Showroom
From a messy spare bedroom to a professional reptile gallery. Learn how to plan layout, manage climate, and organize your cables like a pro.
Start PlanningThe 4 Phases of Room Design
Don't just buy cages. Plan the ecosystem to ensure efficiency and ease of maintenance.
1. Layout & Flow
Measure your walls. Ensure you have 3ft of clearance in front of cages for maintenance and cleaning.
2. Electrical Load
Calculate wattage. A standard 15A breaker can handle ~1440 watts safely. Don't overload a single circuit.
3. Climate Control
It's cheaper to heat the room to 75°F (Lung Room) than to heat every cage from 60°F up to 90°F.
4. Vertical Storage
Think Up. Using stackable systems maximizes your square footage and creates a unified look.
The Power of Uniformity
Nothing ruins the look of a reptile room like mismatched aquariums, wooden boxes, and wire cages cluttered together.
Toxirium’s modular design ensures that whether you have a Gecko (36") or a Tegu (8ft), everything lines up perfectly.
- Consistent black or white PVC finish
- Aligned stacking heights
- Professional cable routing channels
- Clean, modern aesthetic
Mastering the "Lung Room"
The secret to energy efficiency in a large reptile room is treating the room itself as an incubator. By maintaining a stable ambient room temperature, your basking bulbs work less, lasting longer.
Taming the "Spaghetti"
Wires are dangerous. Loose cables can be a fire hazard or a tripping risk. Toxirium enclosures are designed to hide the mess.
1. The Spacer Gap
Our stacking spacers create a 1-inch void between cages. Run your probe wires and power cords horizontally through this hidden channel.
2. Rear Vent Routing
Each enclosure features pre-cut slots on the back panel specifically for passing thermostat probes and plugs without drilling.
Room Safety Checklist
Protect your investment and your home. These non-negotiable safety standards prevent fires and escapes.
Smoke & CO Detectors
Install a smart smoke detector that alerts your phone. Heat lamps + bedding always carry a risk.
Thermostat Probes Secured
Ensure every heat source is on a thermostat, and probes are secured with hot glue or silicone (not tape) so they don't move.
Power Strip Quality
Use heavy-duty power strips with built-in surge protection. Avoid daisy-chaining (plugging strips into strips).
Escape Proofing
Check under doors and air vents. If a snake escapes its cage, it shouldn't be able to escape the room.
Common Setup Questions
Experts answer the most critical questions about power, humidity, and layout efficiency.
What is the best floor for a reptile room?
How many amps does a reptile room use?
Do I need a sink in the room?
How do I control humidity?
Should I stack cages or use racks?
Is PVC better than wood?
How do I hide wires?
What lighting should the room have?
Ready to Build Your Dream Room?
Start with the foundation. Our stackable PVC enclosures are the building blocks of a professional setup.