The_Four_Toed_Edward
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I live in Finland, so I don't really have any local suggestions for you. I keep mine in an enclosure build from EUR pallet collars.
Indoor Russian tortoise question
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Which of us are you asking? my tortoise is outside in a 10 x 12 enclosure most of the year. I will (try to) brumate him this winter in a refrigerator (https://tortoiseforum.org/threads/toms-brumation-thread.201823/)
TheTortoiseKing
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All of you. Thanks 
I keep mine in a 6x3x3 closed chamber made of two plastic outdoor closets stiched together (building from scratch from PVC is cheaper, faster and easier!). It's a small space but she has access to outside pen almost all year round. There was also a "gallery" a while ago (1 ft wide second floor along back wall) but I've removed it for now.
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TheTortoiseKing
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My tortoise is small only 5inches (12.7cm) does he still need all that space
TheTortoiseKing
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I made a mini model the little tortoise drawing is how small may tortoise would be compared to the enclosure. The large part is 6x3 (Feet) and the small party is 2x2(Feet)
TheTortoiseKing
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Do I need the 2x2 foot section?
You can add water/food dishes, decor, hides and similar stuff to the model. So you will see if there is enough space for walking, turning around etc.
TheTortoiseKing
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Thanks
TheTortoiseKing
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I did what you said and added stuff. The popsicle stick is the size of my tortoise. I made the hides too big but I still think that the 2x2 foot part is unnecessary. 
TheTortoiseKing
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I was thinking either plywood or a book shelf. What do you all think
If you've been able to fit everything in 6x3 and have enough space between obstacles and walls (7-10 inches), then you can ditch 2x2 section for now (you can add it later and connect with tunnels to the main enclosure).
Plywood or bookshelf - depends on prices for each, your free time, tools you have and DIY skills. Bookshelves often have a very thin back wall so it's something to consider as well.
Plywood or bookshelf - depends on prices for each, your free time, tools you have and DIY skills. Bookshelves often have a very thin back wall so it's something to consider as well.
TheTortoiseKing
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Do you think it would be enough for Boulder(he is 5 inches)?
Hard to say - a well planned 6x3 can be better than a bare-bones 8x4. My tortoise is slightly over 7 inches and it's really challenging to fit all stuff like plants and dishes and leave enough space to freely navigate around them.
TheTortoiseKing
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Im making it 6x4
Keep us updated on the build
