I would suggeest using the projector idea. Think of it this way, projectors are at max about $1,500. You could save money there and go big on the fish tank.
Best of luck.
Best of luck.
700Gallon Build(after my Wedding)
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I am waiting on some prices I likely wont start construction until I have done up a budget on this project. I have to way a few options. if I go with a full length viewing window then I don't know if I can get glass or acrylic that is over 8' long that is economical. the next option is to build it the way I originally had drawn. if I go this way I will disassemble my 150G tank for he glass. that means I need to get my 250 done first so the fish have a home as their present home is the 150G. once I figure out what to do for filtration then I can build that at the same time. I tried to build a 200G sump out of wood but do to a couple elements missed in preplanning It never got finished. now its a waterproof doghouse. I havent decided which method I will use for construction as I havent decided how I'm going to do the front as stated above. the stand will be 2"square tubing welded and then skinned with oak and doors added to it. thats all I have for now
I like the idea, plan everything and cost it all out first. I would suggest that when you do your budget add about a 1/3 on top for bits and pieces you'll miss. If you remember when I did the pond(that's not finished) I ended up spending at least £500 extra on bits that were never in the budget or thought of at the planning stage.greengiant;2463011; said:
Guess I have to be Mr. Negative again.... (whee!)
It seems to me that this idea will waste valuable fish viewing area. It would be like putting in a nice picture window and then covering it up with something.
You can save a bazillion dollars by just putting two smaller aquariums on either side of a TV.
Hey, I know! Put the tv BEHIND the aquarium. Yeah. Then you can watch the fish and TV with out having to move your eyes.
It seems to me that this idea will waste valuable fish viewing area. It would be like putting in a nice picture window and then covering it up with something.
You can save a bazillion dollars by just putting two smaller aquariums on either side of a TV.
Hey, I know! Put the tv BEHIND the aquarium. Yeah. Then you can watch the fish and TV with out having to move your eyes.
the idea of having the tv in the middle is kinda a compromise. I want a huge tank but I have a small space. as this is the only unused wall in the house it has a couple purposes its the only spot I can put a monster tank and it is the only spot that as the electrical that can handle the load required for the tank and its the only spot that doesn't cut the usability of the house in half. but that means its also the only feasible spot for the TV. I saw a tank where there was a section of the tank that was hidden and the guy who had it said he liked it cause the fish where less stressed when he had company over. having a 700G tank would mean Ican stock a larger selection of fish than in 2-150G tanks. I know this may not be the most conventional way to go but it is the only way I can see getting what I want without rendering my house useless.
Yanbbrox I agree with adding 1/3 extra to the cost for the overages and unforseen expenses. thats also why I am not starting construction right now. I have to get one of the spare vehicles I have sold so I am selling my Toyota 4runner. that should bring me a few grand.
well I'm off to bed thanks for the input
Yanbbrox I agree with adding 1/3 extra to the cost for the overages and unforseen expenses. thats also why I am not starting construction right now. I have to get one of the spare vehicles I have sold so I am selling my Toyota 4runner. that should bring me a few grand.
well I'm off to bed thanks for the input
