180g Starphire A.G.E on its way!

[tbone28]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10484247#post10484247 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by KurtsReef
Very nice, are we seeing another room through the tank or a reflection of something on the other wall? (Will it be seen in two rooms?)

Just a reflection. Not a see-through tank. My last tank - a 240g - was a peninsula-style room divider. Wanted something different this time.

 

[tbone28]

Here are some pics of my "facade" - aka my fake cabinets

Our kitchen designer is brilliant. I asked for a facade which could be removed in pieces and which could be removed quickly and easily. He came up with (4) panels. Each panel simply hangs on to the subframe via simple hardware.

1) View of Tank and framing - tank is screwed into the wood frame, which is screwed into the kitchen cabinets...my tank is staying put during an earthquake

2) Close-up of framing - notice the hardware which the facade hangs on

3) Close-up of hardware

4) My fake drawers with pic of hardware on backside of panel

 

[invincible569]

Very nice tbone! That is exactly the idea I was going for with my stand. I had the option of going magnetic as well for easy access.

 

[tbone28]

Did you end up using the magnets? How are they working out? My panels are on the heavy side - don't want to worry about magnets keeping the upper panels "up".

You guys think I should paint the frame to protect it from the water?

 

[tbone28]

Did you end up using the magnets? How are they working out? My panels are on the heavy side - don't want to worry about magnets keeping the upper panels "up".

You guys think I should paint the frame to protect it from the water?

 

[invincible569]

tbone, you only have to ask me once! jk My stand isnt built yet, but that was the plan. It wouldnt hurt to paint it, but only help.

 

[tbone28]

LOL, had no idea I double -posted until I read your response ...build a new stand??? Don't you already have one? Or you building a new facade?

 

[invincible569]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10487867#post10487867 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by tbone28
LOL, had no idea I double -posted until I read your response ...build a new stand??? Don't you already have one? Or you building a new facade?

No, not yet. You must of missed the post where I said I blacked out the black frame area in photoshop. It's coming though! One day! I was waiting on that BioMatix controller to be fully released so I can integrate like I had in my pics, but Im not sure what's going on with them anymore. Im sticking with black formica so it would match all the other equipment.

 

[tbone28]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10488177#post10488177 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by invincible569
No, not yet. You must of missed the post where I said I blacked out the black frame area in photoshop. It's coming though! One day! I was waiting on that BioMatix controller to be fully released so I can integrate like I had in my pics, but Im not sure what's going on with them anymore. Im sticking with black formica so it would match all the other equipment.

Yeah, must've missed it. Can't wait to see your final stand...I'm sure it'll be awesome looking, just like your tank! Your tank is actually what sold me on A.G.E during my decision making process! ... trully awe-inspiring.

 

[poppin_fresh]

I didn't notice any ventilation in the cabinet. Did I miss it?

 

[Famous]

Beautiful tank and kitchen! Ill be following this one along!

 

[tbone28]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10493064#post10493064 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by poppin_fresh
I didn't notice any ventilation in the cabinet. Did I miss it?

Are you referring to the area above or below the tank? If above:

If below, there is about 4-5" of space between the back wall and stand/tank, so any moisture/heat would go up and behind the tank through the opening you see in the pic

 

[FishTruck]

Awesome looking tank. Can't wait to see you progress.

Who built that tank?

Ryan.

 

[tbone28]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10496101#post10496101 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by FishTruck
Awesome looking tank. Can't wait to see you progress.

Who built that tank?

Ryan.

Thanks. Builder is A.G.E.

www.acrylicandglassexhibits.com

 

[lbear]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10475418#post10475418 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by tbone28
Thanks...here are the specs

Tank:

Starphire glass
1" PVC bottom
3/4" acrylic Eurobrace

Very nice tank!

What's the side wall thickness of the tank?

 

[tbone28]

Glass is 1/2" thick. Tom does 3/4" for braceless tanks.

 

[poppin_fresh]

ahhh.. i see, the cabinet is open at the top. I didn't notice that at first.

 

[tbone28]

Some pics of my sump -

48"x20"x20" acrylic sump
3/8" acrylic
18 gallon fuge
6 gallon freshwater reservoir for auto top-off
(2) 1" holes drilled - (1) for return pump, (1) for water changes

Front View:

Rear View:

Top-Down View:

Profile View:

 

[raddogz]

Wow, my mouth just dropped open and stayed open as I read through the thread.

What an absolutely gorgeous tank and kitchen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope you post more progress pictures as you go along. I think the Bay Area has gained another show stopper aquarist.

 

[tbone28]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10525100#post10525100 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by raddogz
Wow, my mouth just dropped open and stayed open as I read through the thread.

What an absolutely gorgeous tank and kitchen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope you post more progress pictures as you go along. I think the Bay Area has gained another show stopper aquarist.

Thanks for the complement! Where in SF do you live? I grew up in the Sunset district...parents still live there.