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Looking nice and I'm very jealous. LOVE the stand. Very nice and clean work. Might just be able to convince the Mrs. to put a tank outside the fishroom if I can make one that nice. I'm assuming there's a thread or something on how to build (my google project for my off day tomorrow). Is it just the doubled up 1 x on the sides and a center 1 x to support the weight vertically? I'm sure that's enough, just been building fish room, multi tank racks recently so it seems a little 'light'.
Regarding the hardscape, if it were my tank, I might change the arrangement of the branches so that they "end" (the cutoff section) into the back glass as opposed to seeing the cutoff ends pointed upwards. IMO it would add a more natural feel. That'll likely cost you some overall height, but could you possibly rotate the the piece that's under the center brace to a more vertical look to give you some height back? That or maybe a pillar like piece of pertified driftwood or some rock that you like to 'fill' that upper tank space. If you've got the time, check out a local landscaping company/plant nursery or two. A lot of times they'll have some interesting rocks for pennies on the dollar (compared to fish stores/online sites). Just make sure you give it a thorough cleaning.
Layouts are a lot of fun IMO and I love/appreciate those bold enough to throw theirs out there for opinions. I learn something every single time.
Most importantly thanks for sharing and enjoy!!
Regarding the hardscape, if it were my tank, I might change the arrangement of the branches so that they "end" (the cutoff section) into the back glass as opposed to seeing the cutoff ends pointed upwards. IMO it would add a more natural feel. That'll likely cost you some overall height, but could you possibly rotate the the piece that's under the center brace to a more vertical look to give you some height back? That or maybe a pillar like piece of pertified driftwood or some rock that you like to 'fill' that upper tank space. If you've got the time, check out a local landscaping company/plant nursery or two. A lot of times they'll have some interesting rocks for pennies on the dollar (compared to fish stores/online sites). Just make sure you give it a thorough cleaning.
Layouts are a lot of fun IMO and I love/appreciate those bold enough to throw theirs out there for opinions. I learn something every single time.
Most importantly thanks for sharing and enjoy!!