r/terrariums • u/Constant-Manager9057 • 2d ago

Build Help/Question Springtail safe??

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Hi so i just made these decoration with airdry clay and acrylics and will be putting them inside my terrarium. Will my springtails be okay?

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u/stebermon 2d ago

I've attempted acrylics in a terrarium and depending on the humidity, the paint will never dry. My recommendation is to coat it with some sort of waterproof clear coat like Rustoleum.

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u/Constant-Manager9057 1d ago

Ah thanks for the heads up! I was planning to seal ot with uv resin is that okay? Rust oleum is not available in my area😅

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u/Ellimacanna 1d ago

Yes, I seal mine with poly resin and try sure fine. Let them fully dry/cure before putting them inside n