Sorry I've not answered you sooner but I've been having comuter trouble. First of all let me congatulate you and your girlfriend on your new arrival.
Bentleys tank measures 4ft x 1.1/2ft x 1.1/2 ft roughly, maybe a bit bigger. The tank above houses my girlfriends young horsefield tortoise (he's pictured in my gallery). I think you should have the shedding problem sorted the way your going about it, if that fails i've heard that putting your snake in a damp rough cloth bag overnight is also good. (obviously make sure its not to cold and the bag is breathable). I see your collection is still growing, are you planning on opening Isle of Wights first reptile house. (just kidding). Anyway good luck with everything, and post some pictures of the jungle carpet when you get her/him. Take care.
