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I have an old wooden entertainment center that I plan on turning into a tank. The hole that was for the TV is about 26" x 28" x 15" which puts it at about 47 gallons I believe. I was going to encase the whole thing so I can have a tank there that was waterproof.
I was planning on using plexiglass, though looking through all the builds here and at vivariumforum I didn't really see anyone using it. Is there a reason it isn't used much? or is it just because it's easier for people to buy a pre-built glass tank?
The plexiglass will be on all 6 sides with a door on the front side. I was planning on using a clear hinge for the door to open with. How thick should the plexiglass be? on the side, top and bottom I was planning on probably the 1/8" since it will be right against the wood. Front and back I was thinking thicker would definitely be a good idea.
I'm still trying to work out how I want to do everything after that. This will be my first tank, though I will be taking my time as I have other things going on anyways.
I've seen some systems built with fans for circulation, though I don't believe they all have been. It appears it is primarily for the plants/condensation? The same with lighting, the type of lights are because of the plants? I wasn't noticing any heat lamps or anything, so I'm guessing these are putting off enough heat for the tank or how is the temperature regulated? I couldn't see much beyond the thermometer when I was looking at all the builds.
I still have a lot of reading to do I know. Thank you for anyone that is able to help.
I was planning on using plexiglass, though looking through all the builds here and at vivariumforum I didn't really see anyone using it. Is there a reason it isn't used much? or is it just because it's easier for people to buy a pre-built glass tank?
The plexiglass will be on all 6 sides with a door on the front side. I was planning on using a clear hinge for the door to open with. How thick should the plexiglass be? on the side, top and bottom I was planning on probably the 1/8" since it will be right against the wood. Front and back I was thinking thicker would definitely be a good idea.
I'm still trying to work out how I want to do everything after that. This will be my first tank, though I will be taking my time as I have other things going on anyways.
I've seen some systems built with fans for circulation, though I don't believe they all have been. It appears it is primarily for the plants/condensation? The same with lighting, the type of lights are because of the plants? I wasn't noticing any heat lamps or anything, so I'm guessing these are putting off enough heat for the tank or how is the temperature regulated? I couldn't see much beyond the thermometer when I was looking at all the builds.
I still have a lot of reading to do I know. Thank you for anyone that is able to help.