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newreefer_59
03-03-2009, 08:38 PM
This seems to be the most active forum, so I will ask this here. Looking ahead (way ahead...:lol:), I am wanting to build an asthetically pleasing, yet functional outer shell for my aquarium set-up. This is in a library/sitting type room and so wanting something that will fit that mode. Thinking of a darker cherry wood for material. So, I am just looking for some ideas from some of you aspiring carpenter's out there that may have designed your own work. Wanting it to not only look great, but also allow easy access to sump et al, and provide a bit of a sound-deadener for the skimmer and pump, etc.

Anyway, appreciate any pics or links:)
newreefer_59
03-03-2009, 08:43 PM
Damn those blonde moments:lol:3987.....here is a basic pic.
mark
03-03-2009, 08:51 PM
check this RC thread (http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1355576). Have also seen were wood panels attach with magnets to metal frame where one can easily take then all off for access. Might also consider kitchen cabinetry such as Parker.
(http://216.187.96.54/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=39203)
superduperwesman
03-03-2009, 09:09 PM
Here's mine... something tells me it won't quite be the same on a tank your size :)

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m141/superduperwesman/DSC_0297.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m141/superduperwesman/DSC01067.jpg
parkinsn
03-03-2009, 09:38 PM
That pretty darn sweet, nice and clean looking!!
mseepman
03-03-2009, 09:50 PM
That is very cool!!
Parker
03-03-2009, 09:53 PM
check this RC thread (http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1355576). Have also seen were wood panels attach with magnets to metal frame where one can easily take then all off for access. Might also consider kitchen cabinetry such as Parker.
(http://216.187.96.54/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=39203)

Here's some pictures of the build plus the finished product:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa180/RParker_07/Tank%20Build/IMG_1961.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa180/RParker_07/Tank%20Build/IMG_1962.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa180/RParker_07/Tank%20Build/IMG_2030.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa180/RParker_07/Tank%20Build/IMG_2029.jpg

I'll also be building a canopy to match the rest of the unit.
superduperwesman
03-03-2009, 09:53 PM
Thanks :D You should vote for me ;) unfortunately I don't think it'll help him out too much ahah