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For hides that I've made I used cheap non-toxic water based acrylics, the type you can buy in sets at kmart, office works, bunnings etc. Priming is optional, its more something that will effect the aesthetics of the hide rather than the safety - again if you want to prime I would just stick with non-toxic acrylics. Once you have a painted product that you like the look of, then you do the waterproofing. I've used aquarium grade pond sealants and been very happy with the results, they're safe for reptiles, hold up very well and come in a variety of colours if you want to skip the painting step or you can use a clear version to preserve whatever you've painted. I recommend the Crommelin pond sealer, you can pick it up at bunnings and just follow the instructions, super easy to use. Once I've done all my waterproofing coats I leave the hide outside for a week just to make sure its fully cured and not giving off anymore fumes, then I give it a clean and put it in the enclosure. If it were still giving off a noticeable smell, I'd just leave it out for a little longer until it goes away but generally a week is more than enough, most products provide curing guidelines that can help as well.https://www.bunnings.com.au/crommelin-1l-clear-pond-sealer_p0960202
For hides that I've made I used cheap non-toxic water based acrylics, the type you can buy in sets at kmart, office works, bunnings etc. Priming is optional, its more something that will effect the aesthetics of the hide rather than the safety - again if you want to prime I would just stick with non-toxic acrylics. Once you have a painted product that you like the look of, then you do the waterproofing. I've used aquarium grade pond sealants and been very happy with the results, they're safe for reptiles, hold up very well and come in a variety of colours if you want to skip the painting step or you can use a clear version to preserve whatever you've painted. I recommend the Crommelin pond sealer, you can pick it up at bunnings and just follow the instructions, super easy to use. Once I've done all my waterproofing coats I leave the hide outside for a week just to make sure its fully cured and not giving off anymore fumes, then I give it a clean and put it in the enclosure. If it were still giving off a noticeable smell, I'd just leave it out for a little longer until it goes away but generally a week is more than enough, most products provide curing guidelines that can help as well.
