{"product_id":"exo-terra-bio-drain-terrarium-draining-mesh","title":"Exo Terra Bio Drain Terrarium Draining Mesh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe mesh layer that keeps a bioactive drainage system working.\u003c\/strong\u003e Exo Terra Bio Drain Terrarium Draining Mesh separates your soil and substrate from the drainage layer beneath, stopping soil migrating down and clogging the drainage zone while still letting excess water pass through. It's cut-to-fit and non-toxic, and it comes in three sizes to match different terrarium footprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparates substrate from drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps soil out of the Bio Drain Substrate below it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents waterlogged, sour substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — lets water pass through to the drainage layer instead of pooling in the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports healthy plant roots\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean drainage layer means roots aren't sitting in stagnant water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut-to-fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — trim to match your terrarium's internal footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-toxic, non-decomposing material\u003c\/strong\u003e — won't break down or leach into a bioactive build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMini\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 × 30 cm (SKU AA0740)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 cm (SKU AA0739)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 61 cm (SKU AA0741)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic, non-decomposing mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMini\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFootprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 × 30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 61 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNano and mini terrariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall terrariums, or multiple pieces for a larger floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to medium-tall terrariums, or as the largest single piece for bigger builds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a terrarium floor larger than the Medium size, combine multiple mesh pieces cut to fit rather than stretching one piece across the whole footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included \/ what you'll still need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pack contains the mesh only. You'll also need Exo Terra Bio Drain Substrate underneath it and your chosen soil or substrate on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to any planted, humid or bioactive terrarium build using the Bio Drain drainage system. Not a standalone substrate — it always sits between the drainage layer and the soil, not as a surface layer on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrim with scissors to match your terrarium's internal dimensions. Rinse before use to settle packaging dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExo Terra Bio Drain Substrate, laid beneath the mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA planted soil mix for the layer above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants or moss for a bioactive top layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I cut it smaller than the pack size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's designed to be trimmed to fit your terrarium's internal footprint with scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich size fits a standard medium terrarium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Medium (45 × 61 cm) is sized for Exo Terra's medium and medium-tall terrarium footprints. Check your enclosure's internal base dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need the substrate as well?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the mesh is designed to sit on top of Exo Terra Bio Drain Substrate, not to replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I join multiple pieces for a bigger terrarium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, overlap or butt multiple cut-to-fit pieces together to cover a larger floor than one piece allows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ExoTerra","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":55242267918627,"sku":"AA0741","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mini","offer_id":55335185711395,"sku":"AA0740","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":55335185744163,"sku":"AA0739","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/exo-terra-bio-drain-terrariu-43106740699427.webp?v=1790237813","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/exo-terra-bio-drain-terrarium-draining-mesh","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}