Cork Insert for Wooden Wheel

Getzoo Cork Insert for Wooden Cork Exercise Wheel – separate cork insert in 21, 27, 30 or 33 cm

The Getzoo Cork Insert for Wooden Cork Exercise Wheel is a separate, replaceable insert for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheels. Handy when the current cork layer is worn out from daily use, when you want to be able to change it more quickly during cleaning, or when you like to have a spare insert on hand.

At DRD, when it comes to wheel components, we focus primarily on fit, grip, maintenance, and practical use. This cork insert consists of cork glued onto a food-safe and shatterproof plastic strip. This allows you to remove the insert from the wheel as a whole, clean it, let it dry thoroughly, and put it back in place. The cork layer must therefore remain attached to the plastic strip.

Advantages of the Getzoo Cork Insert

✔ Replaceable cork inlay for Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheels
✔ Cork provides a more natural and grippier walking surface
✔ Practical for cleaning, wear and tear, or intensive use
✔ The entire strip can be removed from the running wheel
✔ Ideal as an extra set to swap during drying
✔ Available in multiple sizes, matching the exercise wheel

Why choose a separate cork insert?

A running wheel is often used daily. Mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils, in particular, can cover many kilometers in their wheel. As a result, the running surface takes a lot of wear and tear. A separate cork insert is handy in this regard, because you don't have to replace the entire wheel immediately when the cork layer starts to look less attractive.

Cork feels more pleasant and grippier than a smooth surface. As a result, little paws have more grip while walking. At the same time, maintenance remains practical, because the cork layer is attached to a plastic strip that can be removed from the wheel.

Do you use the exercise wheel intensively? Then an extra cork insert is very practical. While one insert dries after cleaning, you can place the other in the wheel. This way, the wheel does not have to be out of use for as long.

Which size do you choose?

Always choose the size that matches the diameter of your Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheel. An insert must fit snugly against the running surface. If the strip is too small, it will not sit properly. If the strip is too large, it cannot be placed neatly in the wheel.

• Ø 21 cm: for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheel of Ø 21 cm.
• Ø 27 cm: for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheel of Ø 27 cm.
• Ø 30 cm: for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheel of Ø 30 cm.
• Ø 33 cm: for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Wheel of Ø 33 cm.

Are you unsure between two sizes? Then look at the size of the wheel itself, and not just the inner diameter of the wheel. For the Getzoo Wooden Cork Wheels, the insert corresponds to the stated wheel diameter.

For which running wheels is this insert intended?

This cork insert has been specially developed for the Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheels. The strip fits best in it because the size, curvature, and running surface are matched. Therefore, preferably use the same size as the original Getzoo cork exercise wheel.

The insert can sometimes also be used in other wheels of the same size, but the fit must be checked carefully. With standard wooden wheels, it may be necessary to shorten the strip slightly, for example because the finish or lacquer coating is slightly different. Only insert the strip when it lies flat, firmly, and without tension in the wheel.

Please note: this is the cork insert for wooden cork exercise wheels. A different type of insert is available for the plastic Getzoo exercise wheels with cork inlay. The strips for wooden and plastic exercise wheels are not intended to be used interchangeably.

For which animals is a cork inlay useful?

The cork inlay itself is not a separate toy, but a replaceable part for the exercise wheel. It is especially useful for animals that use their exercise wheel daily and intensively.

• Mouse: handy for mouse wheels where extra grip is desirable and the running surface needs to be checked regularly.
• Dwarf hamster: very practical for dwarf hamsters that walk a lot. The cork layer provides grip and feels more natural under the paws.
• Hamster: suitable for matching Getzoo cork exercise wheels for Syrian hamsters/golden hamsters. Choose the size that matches the exercise wheel.
• Gerbil: suitable for use with matching Getzoo cork exercise wheels. Gerbils can gnaw and dig intensively, so check the cork inlay regularly.

For dwarf rats, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and degus, usage depends on the exercise wheel itself. In practice, this insert is primarily intended as a spare part for Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheels for smaller rodents.

Cleaning the cork inlay

Remove the cork insert from the running wheel as a complete strip. Carefully clean the strip with warm water and a soft brush or toothbrush. Allow the cork to dry completely before placing the strip back into the running wheel.

Do not use aggressive cleaning agents and do not soak the cork for unnecessarily long periods. Cork is a natural material and remains at its best when cleaned specifically and allowed to dry thoroughly. Is the cork rough, peeling, heavily soiled, or damaged? Then replacement is the best choice.

Important when using

The cork strip must not be removed from the plastic strip. The cork is glued to this strip specifically so that the insert remains firm, is easy to remove, and can be properly placed in the running wheel.

After reinstallation, always check that the strip lies neatly flat and does not lift up. The running wheel must rotate smoothly, and the running surface should feel soft and even. Regularly check the cork inlay for wear, gnaw marks, or loose edges.

Use as reserve deposit

An extra cork insert is especially handy when you clean the exercise wheel frequently. You can then switch between the two inserts. One strip lies in the wheel, while the other can dry properly. This is practical for animals that use their wheel intensively or when you want to make the wheel available again quickly.

A separate insert is also handy in case of wear. You don't have to buy a completely new running wheel right away, but can replace just the running surface.

Material & specifications

• Material: cork on a food-safe, break-resistant plastic strip.
• Variants: Ø 21 cm, Ø 27 cm, Ø 30 cm and Ø 33 cm.
• Use: replaceable cork inlay for Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheels.
• Cleaning: remove, clean carefully with warm water and a soft brush, then let dry completely.
• Suitable for: Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheels in the same size.
• Note: Do not remove the cork layer from the plastic strip.

Good to know

This insert is intended as a suitable part for Getzoo Wooden Cork Running Wheels. Therefore, please choose the size that fits your running wheel. If you wish to use the insert in a different running wheel, please check very carefully that the strip fits flat, firmly, and without tension.

For standard wooden exercise wheels, it may be necessary to shorten the strip slightly. Only do this if you are certain that the strip will remain neatly and securely in the wheel afterwards. For plastic Getzoo exercise wheels with cork inlay, use the separate cork insert intended for this purpose.

Check the cork inlay regularly. Does the cork look worn, become heavily soiled, or not return to its original shape? Then replacement is the most practical choice.

Useful shopping links

• Getzoo Wooden Cork Exercise Wheel
• Cork insert for plastic Getzoo exercise wheel
• Running wheels for rodents
• Hamster exercise wheels
• Mouse exercise wheels
• Gerbil exercise wheels
• Getzoo assortment

Frequently asked questions about the Getzoo Cork Insert for Wheel

With the Getzoo Cork Insert for Wooden Cork Exercise Wheel, you keep the running surface of your Getzoo exercise wheel neat, non-slip, and easy to clean. Choose the right size, place the strip back flat, and your pet can use the exercise wheel comfortably again.