DIY aquarium lid

[joken19]

I’m new to this forum and reef tanks. I currently have a glass 40 gal breeder with a center brace. I’m not sure what to do as far as tank lid/cover. Seen several DIY one, but trying to figure out the best solution! Someone please help!?

 

[kharmaguru]

I’m new to this forum and reef tanks. I currently have a glass 40 gal breeder with a center brace. I’m not sure what to do as far as tank lid/cover. Seen several DIY one, but trying to figure out the best solution! Someone please help!?

It's generally excepted not to put glass covers on marine tanks to promote gas exchange and light penetration. However mesh screens are used to keep jumpy fish in. Here one of a few DIY kits:

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

 

[mtnbike101]

It's generally excepted not to put glass covers on marine tanks to promote gas exchange and light penetration. However mesh screens are used to keep jumpy fish in. Here one of a few DIY kits:

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

I purchased that kit for my 100g and it is very nice. Take your time with the netting to keep it straight.

 

[mtnbike101]

I’m new to this forum and reef tanks. I currently have a glass 40 gal breeder with a center brace. I’m not sure what to do as far as tank lid/cover. Seen several DIY one, but trying to figure out the best solution! Someone please help!?

Welcome to ReefCentral!

 

[joken19]

I purchased that kit for my 100g and it is very nice. Take your time with the netting to keep it straight.

Will this work with the brace in the middle? Or Will I have to buy 2 separate kits

 

[BeanAnimal]

I am not sure about the kit - But I would prefer two sides for easier fit and maintenance.

 

[jjmg]

You can also buy the aquarium screen clear netting and a window screen frame kit from Amazon and custom make it to fit your tank. A hacksaw and screen spline roller is the only tools you need.

 

[mtnbike101]

Will this work with the brace in the middle? Or Will I have to buy 2 separate kits

Ugh, that might be the case. You could call IM and see if they have a workaround without having to buy two separate kits.

 

[wvned]

I go to Home Depot and buy a window screen kit and put clear mesh in it I get from Bulk Reef Supply. I use the .25 inch square mesh.
I have made the tops for my 75, 180 and 240 gallon tanks.

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

The tank is easy to do a screen for, take your tome so everything is straight & do it in one piece.
It's only 3 ft. long.