How do i build my own tank?

[mikemensch2007]

I might be interested in building my own fish tank, like something close to 30 gallons.... i do not need a stand i already have one built(not really a stand more on the shelf side). I would like to know where to get the stuff to build a tank, glass or acrylic doesnt matter... And also how to go about building it... I plan on making it a freshwater planted tank if i can but i might rethink the planted part since i have never done that before. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks...

Thanks,
Mike

 

[attack]

GARF!

Go there, then "DIY Pages" then "Tank Building" And fill it in etc. Then read the instructions on how to make the tank you specified.
Just to start you off.
Zac

 

[Tolak]

Unless you are going to build a tank larger than around a 120 gallon, it's cheaper to buy it than build with glass or acrylic, unless you have a line on really cheap materials.

Plywood is around the same cost when you take into account the paint needed to do the inside of the tank.

Tolak

 

[mikemensch2007]

I just plan on building about 30-40 gallons, i have no room for more than that. I will check out that site and see what its like...

Thanks
Mike

 

[mikemensch2007]

now where is a good place to get acrylic? and the cement stuff needed to glue it together? do i have to order the acrylic over the net or can i buy it somewhere like lowes or home depot or something like that?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[BigC]

An old thread ressurected.
http/www.fishforums.net/index.php?showtopic=91049