kimberbee Posted January 5, 2016 Author Share Posted January 5, 2016 The look you're going for is called frame and panel and you can't do that with plywood. I meant color-wise. Dark wood, black top. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 7, 2016 Author Share Posted January 7, 2016 Drs Foster and Smith order just arrived!! I have enough ChemiPure Blue to last me through the end of the year!! Link to comment
StinkyBunny Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 I see you found out the hard way about Horrible Freights cheap tools. A word of caution to anyone using their tools, be VERY careful and ALWAYS wear eye protection. A year ago the nut on one of their strut spring compressors came of and hit me in the gentleman's region and I was not happy. The threads just stripped right out of the nut and it came apart and nailed me. I only use WIHA bits, if they do break, they don't send shrapnel out like a hand grenade. Tank looks damn snappy too, I've been looking for a 45 cube for my ritteri. We already have a 60 and 93 cube. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 Got the plywood for the sides yesterday. But instead of helping me cut the wood, my BF has been on the phone all morning for work. He does get the day off tomorrow, so hopefully he can get the sides cut and attached for me. I picked out some hinges and a magnetic closure as well. I'll have to decide what kind of handle to add. I could get a fancy decorative one, a plain circle knob (which I already have), or a bar type handle. I also need to decide if I want to add trim to the bottom, and get the counter top ordered. I was going to go with a Corinthian top from Menards, but it would cost the same ($200) as a granite top from a custom shop in the area. So I am now debating on getting a regular laminate counter top, which would be less than half the cost. Link to comment
spectra Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 Maybe look and see if you can get some butcher block. I know it is not granite but might be an option. I found my piece on craigslist for 20 bucks. Remember the only part of the top you will see is the edges......Good luck with the sides today. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 Maybe look and see if you can get some butcher block. I know it is not granite but might be an option. I found my piece on craigslist for 20 bucks. Remember the only part of the top you will see is the edges......Good luck with the sides today. Here's the fun part... the doorway is 26 inches wide, the stand pre-skinned is 25 inches wide, the plywood will make the stand 25 1/2 inches wide. I wanted the top to overlap 1/2 to 1 inch on each side. This means that the top will have to be added to the stand once it's already in the room, and if it needs to be moved, we will have to take the top off. Didn't even think of that when planning the tank... Link to comment
spectra Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 Here's the fun part... the doorway is 26 inches wide, the stand pre-skinned is 25 inches wide, the plywood will make the stand 25 1/2 inches wide. I wanted the top to overlap 1/2 to 1 inch on each side. This means that the top will have to be added to the stand once it's already in the room, and if it needs to be moved, we will have to take the top off. Didn't even think of that when planning the tank... Well at least you caught that one before you built it. If going with stone just use some silicone to hold it down. The tank once filed will do the job and if you ever do have to move it the top will come off easy. On mine I think I just have a few screws holding it. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 So I really hate those dumb suction cups that hold return pumps to the bottom of the tank. I've already broken 2 of the 4 on the bottom of the pump that came with the IM 40. As in, the plastic piece that holds the suction cup in has broken off the corner. Can I take the other two suction cups off and use something else to cushion the bottom of the tank? Like a silicone trivet or jar opener? Link to comment
spectra Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 I do not see why as long as it does not make noise and annoy the hell out of you Link to comment
teenyreef Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 You can use a silicon mat like this one: http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Silicone-Drying-Square/dp/B002UTG7WY They're easy to find at bed bath and beyond and probably target or walmart too. BRS did a blog on reducing vibration from pumps, I think that's where I saw it. Oh, and on the handle for the cabinet, spend a couple dollars extra and get a fancy one. Find something you like looking at and that fits nicely in your hand. Since you're only buying one, the cost is nothing compared to what you're already spending (seriously, $200 for a top you'll never see because it's UNDER THE TANK?), and you will look at it and use it every day. Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 So I really hate those dumb suction cups that hold return pumps to the bottom of the tank. I've already broken 2 of the 4 on the bottom of the pump that came with the IM 40. As in, the plastic piece that holds the suction cup in has broken off the corner. Can I take the other two suction cups off and use something else to cushion the bottom of the tank? Like a silicone trivet or jar opener? I took the suction cups out and just have the pumps hanging, it's silent. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 http://www.myknobs.com ( ) has a pretty good selection of different knobs. I really like the stingray!! Link to comment
jedimasterben Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 I prefer knockers to knobs. Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 Oh damn... If this little octopus hanger wasn't so expensive and small, I would have to consider it instead of a towel bar!! I think I might buy new ocean themed towels to use for tank maintenance instead of the old discolored orange towels I use now. Then I also wouldn't have to worry about anyone using them as dog towels later. Plus, they would look nice when hanging on my stand... Link to comment
Sk8n Reefer Posted January 20, 2016 Share Posted January 20, 2016 Oh damn... If this little octopus hanger wasn't so expensive and small, I would have to consider it instead of a towel bar!! I think I might buy new ocean themed towels to use for tank maintenance instead of the old discolored orange towels I use now. Then I also wouldn't have to worry about anyone using them as dog towels later. Plus, they would look nice when hanging on my stand... Enjoyed reading up on your thread- ya - good catch on the top and not attaching it outside of the room. That little octopus is sweet ? never have enough towels that's for sure. I drive my wife nuts filling up the laundry room with wet saltwater towels Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 25, 2016 Author Share Posted January 25, 2016 My BF worked really really hard yesterday and skinned my stand for me. The only thing left for him to cut is the door. But he needed a break and it was dinner time. No pics, cause it's all dusty and dirty. I'll clean it up and post pics later tonight! Link to comment
Kijho Posted January 25, 2016 Share Posted January 25, 2016 Excited to see!! This is going to be so awesome! Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 25, 2016 Author Share Posted January 25, 2016 Recently ordered a new (to me) heater and mag rock. Heater arrived last Friday and mag rock arrived today!! Link to comment
spectra Posted January 25, 2016 Share Posted January 25, 2016 What mag rock did you get? Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 25, 2016 Author Share Posted January 25, 2016 What mag rock did you get? Purchased from DZ. I'll add pics later. Link to comment
metrokat Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 http://www.myknobs.com ( ) has a pretty good selection of different knobs. I really like the stingray!! These are adorable Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 27, 2016 Author Share Posted January 27, 2016 I dunno what happened the past few weeks but I've actually been really busy - at home and at work. I owe pictures of my tanks and the new stand. Only 2 more rent checks till I move in with my BF. Link to comment
TheKleinReef Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 I dunno what happened the past few weeks but I've actually been really busy - at home and at work. I owe pictures of my tanks and the new stand. Only 2 more rent checks till I move in with my BF. Yay! And yes we need updeets pls! Link to comment
vlangel Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 http://www.myknobs.com ( ) has a pretty good selection of different knobs. I really like the stingray!! I say get the seahorse! Link to comment
kimberbee Posted January 27, 2016 Author Share Posted January 27, 2016 I say get the seahorse! Of course you would! I am leaning towards the stingray or octopus. They are rather expensive little knobs, so I'm having a hard time committing to one. I'll likely stain this weekend, and if my BF has time (he might try to install a new furnace/ac for his parents!! this weekend) he'll get the door cut and hung!! Link to comment
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