Is the front cover plastic, or is there an option for just a netting in the front? I would think the plastic would make the inside hot.
1509466
There is both plastic and a net. The plastic is the outter cover and has the option to roll back. Great buy!!
1509467
Yes u have two options either just the netting cover or add the plastic. And yes the plastic thing make the inside very hot I think it's better for cold weather.
1509468
The plastic rain shield can be rolled up toward the handle and fastened with velcro straps to keep it out of the way leaving the mesh only. The mesh can be zipped shut as a bug shield or it can also be rolled back to leave the front completely open. The plastic side 'windows' are permanent, they cannot be opened.
47511
It is just plastic on the sides. The front has both a mesh cover and seperate plastic cover (or you can just leave it open with no cover)
1122701
I would not recommend sitting it on plastic, not sure how hot the bottom because it is only about 4 inches, give or take, from the bottom of the oven. We had it on a table that was a woodgrain material over particle board and it did fine, but it was outside and nothing that would have melted. Hope this helps!
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It shouldn't melt the plastic being that the heater is in a plastic cage to protect the turtle from breaking the glass heater inside...as far as keeping him warm it depends on how many gallons are inside of the baby pool this is rated for 20gallon aquariums. Plus you have to think about the outside temperature around the pool.
2029720
Yes, it is very hot. If you have to move it use the side plastic parts. I've never notice a plastic smell.
1239862
We use ours on an interior porch that is not heated. It seems to stay warm enough but the opening on both sides may present issues with a continuous draft? I put a polartec blanket inside that partially covers back opening. It is lighter than wooden or heavy plastic houses so wind could be a factor as far as " blowing over". I would see this working in a semi protected area ( in an open port or garage or she'd, etc) . I am pleased with the house!
553960
It doesn't get very hot below, I've used it outdoors over a wood-chip path before with no concern. I'd be wary of plastic, but probably wouldn't be a problem. Luckily, heat rises!
295383
No, It doesn't get that hot, at least not to burn on the front if you touch it. It will get warm. The outside doesn't get hot.
369841
Same question I have, you'd think they'd put a picture of it. Hot plastic is something I avoid when possible.
692591
The bed warmer is covered in plastic - so I don't think you have anything to worry about. I purchased it for my puppies, and I was concerned they would chew on it. But, so far, I love it and so do my puppies. It comes with a cloth cover. Jeannie Walker Award-Winning Author "I Saw the Light" - A True Story of a Near-Death Experience
764175
I think if is is undercover, yes. But for the big temperature changes should keep inside. The seat is plastic may break under sun and hot, cold weather .
1558894
I don't believe the plastic insulation could sustain that kind of heat. The insulation is very similar to bubble wrap used in shipping packages. Even if you were fortunate enough to not have smoke and a fire from using it with so much heat, I suspect it would quickly melt the plastic and lose most of it's insulation value. Just my opinion. I only use it on conventional heating ducts.
2252669
The top netting/plastic covers are both removeable.The side plastic is not.We love it!!Would recommend it.
1951043
Probably would not help insulate it, but a fleece blanket inside would be good and it's washable. Also, I had to screw the top to the bottom because we have high winds in my area but it was easy to do. I really like it for my cat who insists on being outdoors even in colder weather.
488154
it gets very hot, sides, top and front. the back gets extremly hot. the back has stops to keep it away from the wall but i would advise to keep it a little further away.
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I would not do that at all but, that's my opinion. This unit gets pretty hot. It is designed to radiate heat down. I would buy a heat proof top to sit it on which is what I have. You would never want to burn your animal[s].
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On mine,the shade also gets hot as the bulb warms it. This may be due to the fact that there is metal surrounding the plastic. I do see that on mine that the entire base that plugs into the wall is NOT WAR OR HOT. I also see that there is no burning of the plastic sheathing under the metal shade. I leave mine on, day and night. Please call the manufacturer if you have a concern and let them know what you are or are not noticing. Best Wishes!