So in the near future (hopefully) I will be building a tank 10'x3'-4'x3' for an aro of some type. Before I go and do something as big as that I'd like to do a test build of something like 6'x2'x2'. I've been doing some research. I have an idea of how I would do it. I'd like some input on what way do you think would work best. Also for the first plywood build do those sound like good dimensions or should I go smaller?
This tank will be a mini one of the future one.
My idea: use glass for the viewing window. Incase the glass in a plywood frame that will attach to the tank and silicone both sides. The sides will be placed against the side of the bottom sheet.
Question: would I paint first then build or build then paint?
When I use epoxy to seal it should I also put silicone in the seams or will the epoxy be enough by itself?
How would I brace it? Would putting a sheet on top that will have holes cut into it to access the tank be bracing and or enough of it?
I think that's all my questions
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This tank will be a mini one of the future one.
My idea: use glass for the viewing window. Incase the glass in a plywood frame that will attach to the tank and silicone both sides. The sides will be placed against the side of the bottom sheet.
Question: would I paint first then build or build then paint?
When I use epoxy to seal it should I also put silicone in the seams or will the epoxy be enough by itself?
How would I brace it? Would putting a sheet on top that will have holes cut into it to access the tank be bracing and or enough of it?
I think that's all my questions
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