canopy help

[andre]

i just got all the pieces for my canopy cut. the guy at lowes said that condensation would make the plywood warp. can i use wood sealant on this canopy or will the chemicals in the wood sealant kill the life in my tank? what would you recommend as a safe wood sealant?

[121a]

what thickness of wood? Mine has not warped yet, and it is well over 2yrs old.

I would think a sealer is perfectly fine, as long as you give it adequate drying time and don't spray it on over the tank

[Rocket]

http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=177717

 

Will answer all of your questions.

[andre]

cool thanks guys

[reefone]

i painted the inside of my canopy whit flat exterior white.

[John7429]

I have a couple DIY canopies and haven't had issues with condensation. If you're doing MH, I would STRONGLY suggest you make some fans.

[andre]

i painted the inside of my canopy whit flat exterior white.

 

yup part of my plans as well

 

 

I have a couple DIY canopies and haven't had issues with condensation. If you're doing MH, I would STRONGLY suggest you make some fans.

 

yes i have my MH and fans ready to be put in and i already have everything wired up. just need to paint/seal the parts then assemble.

[reefone]

as long as u paint the inside of the canopy u wont need to seal it also. the paint will do that.

[andre]

as long as u paint the inside of the canopy u wont need to seal it also. the paint will do that.

 

lol i wish i read that before i went to the hardware store. the guy told me the same exact thing