front access for inwall tank

[jcjstl]

I need some help figuring out how to build front access for my inwall tank. anyone got any pics?

 

[Im Lon 2]

How long is the tank?

 

[jcjstl]

its 8*2*2

 

[Angler02]

Do you need access from the top or bottom?

 

[jcjstl]

top ... with it being a larger tank it would be alot easier to scrape from the front sometimes

 

[Im Lon 2]

Acrylic or Glass?

 

[jcjstl]

Acrylic

 

[Angler02]

What about some nice wood stained or painted doors that open to the side? Or you could make one that opens up and has a stopper to hold it up. Or you could make one that slides open, just some thoughts.

 

[Im Lon 2]

I like the Flip up Idea, if you have to go with an open front.

 

[jcjstl]

I don't have to have an open front just seems like it would be easier to do general maintenance

 

[Schplitter]

It all depends on how much you are looking to spend. If you end up doing cabinet doors make sure to pick at least 18" wide doors...

Mine is not built into a wall but I made the top all one piece with hinges on top so that I can open the whole front and do what needs to be done.

BK

 

[jcjstl]

Thats what I think i am wanting to do BK

 

[BigMOCats]

I wouldn't do it! No matter how you decide too, it still takes away from the display aspect. You'll just have to stretch a bit from the back!

 

[kraash]

Here is how I finished out my 96x36x36 tank. I really like being able to get in the front, just to clean the acrylic and feed the fish. I also put cabinet doors on the bottom for some extra storage under the tank.

 

[kraash]

sorry, forgot to add the pic, this one of the tank at 6 months,