{"product_id":"exo-terra-rock-background-18-x-18-suits-egt03","title":"Exo Terra Rock Background 18 x 18\" Suits EGT03","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA square rock face built for the Exo Terra Small Wide terrarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e This 45 × 45 cm (18\" × 18\") Rock Background is Exo Terra's own PT2955 backdrop panel, sized for the rear glass of the 45 × 45 × 45 cm Small Wide terrarium (PT2605). It swaps a bare glass wall for a textured rock face with real climbing grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoulded rock texture\u003c\/strong\u003e — a genuine three-dimensional rock face, not a printed pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep ridges\u003c\/strong\u003e — conceal wiring, tubing and heat cord runs behind the scape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack polystyrene construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — scuffs and scratches from claws or décor are far less visible than on a lighter background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulating layer\u003c\/strong\u003e — sits against the rear glass and takes the edge off heat and humidity loss through that panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuts to size\u003c\/strong\u003e — trim with scissors or a craft knife for a custom fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 cm (18\" × 18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExo Terra part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2955\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, non-toxic structural polystyrene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExo Terra Small Wide Terrarium 45 × 45 × 45 cm (PT2605)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquarium-safe 100% silicone sealant (not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my enclosure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSized for the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-small-wide-terrarium-45-x-45-x-45cm\"\u003eExo Terra Small Wide Terrarium (45 × 45 × 45 cm)\u003c\/a\u003e, whose rear glass is 45 cm wide by 45 cm high — a factory fit with no trimming needed. Setting it up in a different terrarium? Check the size table below first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll five Exo Terra Rock Backgrounds are cut to match a specific Exo Terra Natural Terrarium. Measure your terrarium's rear glass panel — width × height — and match it against the model below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBackground size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExo Terra part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits terrarium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTerrarium dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 × 45 cm (12\" × 18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2951\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-mini-tall-terrarium-30-x-30-x-45cm\"\u003eMini Tall\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 × 30 × 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 cm (18\" × 18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2955\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-small-wide-terrarium-45-x-45-x-45cm\"\u003eSmall Wide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 × 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 60 cm (18\" × 24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2956\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-small-tall-terrarium-45-x-45-x-60cm\"\u003eSmall Tall\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 × 45 × 60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 × 45 cm (24\" × 18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2960\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-medium-wide-terrarium-60-x-45-x-45cm\"\u003eMedium Wide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 × 45 × 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 × 60 cm (24\" × 24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT2961\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/exo-terra-medium-tall-terrarium-60-x-45-x-60cm\"\u003eMedium Tall\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 × 45 × 60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackgrounds can be trimmed down with scissors or a craft knife for a smaller footprint, but they can't be stretched to cover a larger one — when in doubt, size up rather than down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 45 × 45 cm rock-effect background panel. Silicone sealant to mount it, and the terrarium itself, are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e terrestrial and arboreal reptiles and amphibians, and both tropical and desert terrarium styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e permanent submersion — this is a terrarium backdrop, not a rated aquatic or paludarium liner, and it hasn't been tested below the waterline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe down with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents or abrasive cleaners, which can degrade the polystyrene coating. The textured ridges can trap loose substrate and debris — rinse or vacuum them out occasionally as part of your normal enclosure clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel is non-toxic and safe for contact with reptiles and amphibians. Keep heat sources such as ceramic heat emitters and heat mats at the manufacturer's recommended clearance from the panel — polystyrene is heat-sensitive and can warp or scorch if a fixture is mounted too close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-creatures-digital-thermometer\"\u003eZoo Med Creatures Digital Thermometer\u003c\/a\u003e — an easy way to spot-check basking and cool zones once the new background is installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecotech-analog-hygrometer-thermometer\"\u003eEcoTech Analog Hygrometer Thermometer\u003c\/a\u003e — check that the added insulation from the background hasn't pushed temperature or humidity outside your target range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-repti-bark-chips\"\u003eZoo Med Repti Bark Chips\u003c\/a\u003e — a natural-toned substrate that sits well against the rock-effect backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium's standard returns policy for change-of-mind and damaged-on-arrival items, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law — contact us before returning a panel that's already been trimmed or fitted. Ships as a standard parcel; no oversize or dangerous goods handling applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the Small Low terrarium as well?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the Small Low (45 × 45 × 30 cm) has a shorter rear glass than the Small Wide this panel is cut for. You'd need to trim roughly 15 cm off the height, which is easy to do but worth measuring first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the square shape symmetrical, so it doesn't matter which way up I fit it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rock texture has a directional grain, so we'd suggest checking the ridge pattern before committing to a mounting orientation — once silicone cures, repositioning means starting again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do I use to stick it to the glass?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 100% aquarium-safe silicone sealant, applied in a bead pattern to the back of the panel before pressing it into place. Silicone isn't included with the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it change the humidity in my terrarium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot on its own. It adds a small amount of insulation to the rear glass but doesn't replace your normal misting, ventilation or humidity gradient setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ExoTerra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774121693475,"sku":"RP17","price":31.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/RP17_2.png?v=1782875604","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/exo-terra-rock-background-18-x-18-suits-egt03","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}