This is the perfect choice of panels for terrarium, vivarium and tank backing and is suitable for both small and large enclosures. The background creates a thick wall of grippy material that plants and animals can use to climb. The cork is easy to work with as well and can be used to pin decor, creating interesting vertical habitats. It’s also suitable for both high-humidity and arid habitats, so you can be sure it will fit into whatever you’re building.

Cork is a great vertical foundation and a classic of UK reptile keeping as you can easily pin all sorts of things to it, including live plants, climbing decor and even reptile supplies like frozen food. It’s easy to work with and can be cut into almost any shape with relative ease, so you can get creative with it. The earthy tone and texture of the panels also create a nice natural look that will look better than a terrarium with no background or a flat image.

Cork works great in high-humidity environments if the panels are fixed to the walls of your enclosure with a high-quality sealant. The cork will even absorb and rerelease some moisture, like some substrates, contributing to the overall humidity. Cork is resistant to mildew and other types of mould, so if you clean it regularly it should be fine in even the most naturalistic terrariums.

The cork tiles are easy to put up and will adhere to almost anything when stuck with a sealant, such as King British Vivarium Sealant. This sealant is waterproof and highly resistant to high-humidity environments. Each tube of sealant should contain enough to affix several panels.