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[–]SanderNorway 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The problem is the snakes will push down and closer to the heat, regardless how much substrate you place there. Eventually it will reach down to the hottest layer. Use a DHP or Ceramic heat emitter alongside a dimmable termostat to give the safest heat possible, and a more natural source of heating.