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Oscar absolutely adores his bin cage and after living in it for a few months, we added an additional bin cage, that we joined via a metal tunnel (bought at our local pet store). The tunnel is kept in place between the two bin cages by duct tape, which we easily unpeel when it is time to clean him out. Our Syrian hamster Oscar, loves his DIY bin cage. Conclusion Collect leaves from the lawn using a rotary mower, as this not only shreds the leaves and hastens rotting but also adds grass clippings, so increasing the nutrient value of the leafmould. Conifer needles will eventually break down, but may take two to three years to decay. Conifer hedge clippings are better added to the compost heap than used for making leafmould. It is really important that your bin cage is well ventilated, so you need to decide where you will place your wire mesh. The easiest location is on the lid, so for the purposes of this guide, we will be making a bin cage with a wire mesh lid. Alternatively, you could cut out one of the side panels or drill holes all around the box to ensure that there is enough air circulating through the cage. If you are interested in using this technique, then we explain it further below. 2. Draw an outline for the wire mesh

A signature will be required upon delivery unless we have authorisation from you that the goods can be left. Using the measuring tape, measure the length (L) and the width (W) of the area you want to cut out and write them down. Mark the area on the bin by using the permanent marker. Important things to consider when deciding on the size of your cut:Either way, the best way to add a water bottle is to lie it roughly where you would like it to sit, and mark out two holes either side. Make sure that the spout is at least 1-1.5 inches up from where the bedding will reach, making it easier for your hamster to drink. This guide explains how to make a DIY hamster bin cage in step by step stages. Bin cages are simple to make (providing you have the right sized box and equipment) and are popular for hamsters as they are spacious, easy to open and effortless to clean. P lace the wire mesh over the opening and mark the holes to be drilled using the marker, around 3 inches apart and 3/4 inch away from the edge of the cut. You can use a drill or a soldering iron to make holes in the plastic. If using the drill, choose a drill bit of the same size or slightly larger than the zip tie. wire cutters* to cut the wire mesh and remove any sharp edges that could harm your hamster (very important) and remove the zip tie ends at the end drill, with a drill bit slightly larger than the width of the cable ties, but smaller than the head of it (you can also use a soldering iron to make holes)

Drill some starter holes along the visible line, before cutting out the inside of the box using a jigsaw or box cutter. Once you get going, you may find it easier to use scissors. 4. Mark where you want to use cable ties for wire mesh A bin cage should be at least 20 x 30 inches, taking up 600 sq. inches of total floor space and over 100 liters in size. You can measure the box by multiplying the bottom inside width by the bottom inside length. That said, the size of the bin cage you choose to make will ultimately depend on the size of your hamster. And, whilst big is best, you need to remember that you will need to sit your bin cage somewhere safe and secure once made. You should also bear in mind the height of your hamsters’ wheel when considering the depth of the box you want to use. If your hamster is a burrower, then you will also need to account for a deep layer of substrate. Step by step guide to making a hamster bin cage Delivery is Mainland UK and excludes The Highlands and Isle of Wight, Isle of man and Channel Islands.

Using the wire cutter, slowly cut the wire mesh, making sure you keep a clean edge by angling the wire cutter. If using the playpen panels linked above, you won’t need to cut anything.

Sand down the rough cut edges. You will notice that no matter what cutting tool you use, there is melting of the plastic because of the heated pressure of the cutting tool. This will cause rough edges.Can refer to either home-made garden compost or seed/potting compost: • Garden compost is a soil improver made from decomposed plant waste, usually in a compost bin or heap. It is added to soil to improve its fertility, structure and water-holding capacity. Seed or potting composts are used for growing seedlings or plants in containers - a wide range of commercially produced peat-free composts are available, made from a mix of various ingredients, such as loam, composted bark, coir and sand, although you can mix your own. compost heap after shredding. Our refuse bag stands have been developed to suit the varying environments and processes of industry. Along with antistatic versions, we have waste bag stands that are fitted with wheels for manoeuvrability. These are easy to transport around and can be taken to the main collection point for emptying, so staff are not obliged to carry heavy loads. For environmental protection, we have refuse bag holders with lids – these keeps odours inside and create more sanitary-looking surroundings. Collect leaves from your own garden or public places. Those collected by main roads may be affected by atmospheric pollution, so leaves from quieter streets and side roads are preferable. Leaves are easier to collect when the weather is dry and still. Finally, if you have a hamster who likes to burrow than a bin cage gives you plenty of depth and is less drafty in the colder months. Adding floors in a hamster bin cage Evergreens such as holly, Aucuba and cherry laurel, are better shredded and added to the compost heap, where they will break down faster than if added to the leafmould pile.

if you are going for a large cut, make sure you leave enough space (at least 1 inch) on each side for the holes and for the wire mesh or panels to properly cover the cut sides (to prevent escaping). Since making our bin cages and through trial and error, we have learnt that having two windows in the lid rather than one large hole makes the plastic around it a lot more stable. Ideally, you want holes at hamster head height and then closer to the top of the bin cage too, although you can place them sporadically so that they get a nice breeze blasting through. The more holes the better the hamster bin cage ventilation, although be careful when cleaning out. Bin cage vs wire cage

Having drilled your holes, use some wire support to hold it in place. If you are adding your water bottle to the outside of the bin cage, then you will need to drill a larger hole for the spout to go through – making sure the hole is slightly larger so that it can easily be pulled in and out for refilling purposes. Prepare the wire mesh for cutting, but first determine the measurements by adding 2 inches to the length (L) and 2 inches to the width (W) of your cut that you wrote down in your initial step.