30 gallon nano build...from scratch!

[E.intheC]

Very nice :thumbsup: ...That's a unique idea regarding the sand outside the aquarium wall. I'd be concerned with keeping the surrounding area clean, especially in such a nice living room, but it's really a neat theme.

 

[sonofgaladriel]

Thank you. I think if I'm very careful when adding livestock and keep my hands out of tank as much as possible, it should be fairly easy to keep the tank and surrounding area clean.

 

[dainiusiva]

Great idea about the sand

 

[HandOfGod]

I love the whole layout, but I am head over heals with the blue glass as a cover. I can't help but envisioning a whole background with colored glass! Think of the design options!

 

[sonofgaladriel]

I actually contemplated a full back side with this stained glass option, but it was not the look I was going for so I opted just for covering the overflow box. However, if I make another slightly smaller tank, I will try it as a full background.

 

[asmodeus]

I actually contemplated a full back side with this stained glass option, but it was not the look I was going for so I opted just for covering the overflow box. However, if I make another slightly smaller tank, I will try it as a full background.

Dude the tank is looking amazing well done love the sand too.

 

[creefer01]

Great job. Really enjoy watching this build.

 

[sonofgaladriel]

Thanks guys! Spent 3 hours fixing a small leak in the return plumbing leading into the overflow box. Two trips to the hardware store and a third to the LFS. Thought at first it was just a need for more Teflon tape...still leaked....then replaced the rubber gaskets....still leaked....finally discovered that it was a cracked bulkhead!
I love the initial plumbing set up, but fixing leaks is so frustrating!

 

[asacopoo]

is that chicago vs the jets?

 

[hebygb]

I love that stand. Any chance you can help me make one for my tank of the same size? (If you remember you saw it at my apt in Plaza).

PM me with thoughts and requirements.

 

[sonofgaladriel]

Thanks for the compliments!
asacopoo- My son was playing Madden 11 on the XBOX 360 when I took the pics!
hebygb-PM sent

 

[Meizinger67]

I love the sand on top of the stand it gives it a really cool look.

 

[cdsheid]

Got any cats? looks like a nice cat litter with an ocean view for the cats to stare at and poop in peace.

 

[cdsheid]

Just kidding btw. tanks is beatiful cant wait to see it come along.

 

[Aaarrrggg]

Wow! Great job!!

 

[SGT_DAO]

holy cow! looks sweet! big kudos

 

[roni]

sean, just came across this. amazing as usual. wish i was still in kc so i could get my next stand from you

 

[duncantse]

Nice aquascape! Is there any updates or are you still cycling?

 

[sonofgaladriel]

Hi Roni. Good to hear from you. If you ever make it back to town, I'd be happy to build you a super nice custom stand!
This nano has cycled and I've added a few small SPS frags, a couple of small LPS frags, and a few small zoanthid frags.
I just added my Vortech MP10ES last night which kicked up quite a bit of detritus and sand, so the tank is a bit cloudy. I'll post a few new pics when it looks presentable again.
Thanks again for the interest.
Sean

 

[Michael B]

Cant wait for the updates & pics (great build)