Cube question - is plastic safe?

[Baubler]

Hi, everyone.
I'm trying to find some more affordable materials for making a C&C cage and I'm wondering if I can safely and effectively use plastic grids to make the cages? Do only wire grids work?

I've found a supplier that sells supplies at a great price, but I don't want to buy them unless I'mk sure it's safe.

Please let me know what you think.

Thanks!

 

[dagwellismypigy]

Plastic wouldn't work very well because the pigs might chew on them and they wouldn't be as sturdy. You could, but I think the metal cubes are easier to find and I think they look better. Ventalation could be another problem.

 

[Baubler]

Well, their design is identical to the wire ones, they're 14" by 14" and they're designed for retail/industrial use.
The gp I have now never chews on his regular cage, so I think it might be okay.

I just have found the wire cubes to be soooo expensive.

Any thoughts?

 

[rabbitsncavyluv]

A box of wire grids is under 15 bucks usually, at least around here. I haven't seen any plastic ones. Are they pretty sturdy?

 

[Ly&Pigs]

I would worry that plastic can harbor bacterias down deep in it, while metal can't. I got a pack of 23 grids for under $20. It's not that expensive to purchase metal grids. If you have a Target near you, they often have them on sale usually around $9.99-11.99 a box.