Trim around tank (how to secure it)
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Personally I would just nail it to the studs. I would be careful & nail it on the edge furthest away from the tank with nails that are just long enough to catch the stud. It's hard to say without knowing how thick the trim u are using is but if it's 3/4" thick then 1 1/2" nails will get u through the trim, drywall & still catch the stud. So if u are nailing it more then 1 1/2" from the tank then even if the nail curls out it still won't hit the tank.
If u are using a small piece of trim & it won't work that way because u have to nail it to close to the tank then u could use liquid nail to hold it & use some really short nails that just catch the drywall to hold it in place until the liquid nail dries.
If u are using 3 1/4" or bigger trim then it really shouldn't be a issue because u should have enough room to nail it. As long as u are using the right sized nails then even if they curl out it shouldn't hit the glass.
If u don't have the room & u have to use adhesive, I would glue it to the Sheetrock & not to the tank. All I would do to the tank is caulk down the edge where the trim & the glass meet after I installed the trim. I would use clear caulk or silicone to fill any gaps where they meet so no water can get between the trim & glass somehow. Clear caulk would work good for that because I would want the bead to be as small as possible & caulk is easier to use then most silicone. Although some silicone is easier to use then others so if u have a brand that u use that is easy to work & also paintable then I would use that.
If u are using a small piece of trim & it won't work that way because u have to nail it to close to the tank then u could use liquid nail to hold it & use some really short nails that just catch the drywall to hold it in place until the liquid nail dries.
If u are using 3 1/4" or bigger trim then it really shouldn't be a issue because u should have enough room to nail it. As long as u are using the right sized nails then even if they curl out it shouldn't hit the glass.
If u don't have the room & u have to use adhesive, I would glue it to the Sheetrock & not to the tank. All I would do to the tank is caulk down the edge where the trim & the glass meet after I installed the trim. I would use clear caulk or silicone to fill any gaps where they meet so no water can get between the trim & glass somehow. Clear caulk would work good for that because I would want the bead to be as small as possible & caulk is easier to use then most silicone. Although some silicone is easier to use then others so if u have a brand that u use that is easy to work & also paintable then I would use that.
First send a money order for my new 250g tanks plus extra for moving company and install.
I'll cash it. Then I'll try your method..[emoji1]
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My ESP skills have apparently atrophied. When I've done moulding around the front of my tanks I've used painted pine. Screws are easily hidden. Stained woods would require a different fastener.
What I would do for nice moulding is use nails. But drill pilot holes slightly smaller than the nail shaft first, that way you can tap the nails in without too much force. I've done that as well. Trouble with construction adhesive is that it can destroy the Sheetrock should you wish to remove the moulding. Just my 2cents.
billdogg
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^^What they have said^^^
Well, don't nail (or screw) it directly to the glass:eek1:
Use finish nails (nails with small or no head) long enough to get to the framing lumber under the sheetrock and then use a countersink to set the nail head slightly below the surface of the wood. You can then use wood putty in whatever color needed to fill the holes.
I would NOT use any sort of adhesive - it will end up being a major PIA at some point down the road and is just not needed for this application.
And Pictures please when you are down!
Well, don't nail (or screw) it directly to the glass:eek1:
Use finish nails (nails with small or no head) long enough to get to the framing lumber under the sheetrock and then use a countersink to set the nail head slightly below the surface of the wood. You can then use wood putty in whatever color needed to fill the holes.
I would NOT use any sort of adhesive - it will end up being a major PIA at some point down the road and is just not needed for this application.
And Pictures please when you are down!
If u don't have a finish nailor & compressor u can use then it may be better to use screws. They make finish screws that have a smaller head then most screws, but they will still leave a bigger hole the finish nails. It would be easiest to do it like that rather then trying to hand nail trim. I'm sure u will be nervous swinging a hammer next to your tank & that is usually when something happens. If u use the screws try to screw it on a flat section of the trim to where u can putty the holes & they won't be noticeable. Try to stay out of any grooves in the trim because that's when it becomes noticeable.
Eighther way will work though & if u do have to use trim handnails & your nervous around the tank then u can always have someone hold something in front of the tank incase u do miss. Pilot holes like calore mentioned will also work well if u have to hand nail or use screws. Get the two ends first so u don't have to sit there & hold it forever then come back & fill in inbetween
Eighther way will work though & if u do have to use trim handnails & your nervous around the tank then u can always have someone hold something in front of the tank incase u do miss. Pilot holes like calore mentioned will also work well if u have to hand nail or use screws. Get the two ends first so u don't have to sit there & hold it forever then come back & fill in inbetween
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So now this question?
I have an in wall 250 G tank that 7 feet long
we are showing also one of the ends and wondering how other have put trim on it..
My issues are this.
1. I need at least a 4" trim to cover up the top and to the water line..
2. So If i want to do a mitered corners then I can't do the side of the tank the has the length and width part. .as then I need to use the same 4" trim and now my 24" side now take off 8" is now 16"
So we might need to do a BOX Frame then I can use 4" on the top and bottom and then on the front and side where the corner meets use something smaller..
Just want some Idea's (pictures if you have any)
I have an in wall 250 G tank that 7 feet long
we are showing also one of the ends and wondering how other have put trim on it..
My issues are this.
1. I need at least a 4" trim to cover up the top and to the water line..
2. So If i want to do a mitered corners then I can't do the side of the tank the has the length and width part. .as then I need to use the same 4" trim and now my 24" side now take off 8" is now 16"
So we might need to do a BOX Frame then I can use 4" on the top and bottom and then on the front and side where the corner meets use something smaller..
Just want some Idea's (pictures if you have any)
This tank has always inspired me. I've got to head to work, but take a look and see if he mentions his trim method.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2040499
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2040499
mcgyvr
New member
Not really sure what you are asking..
I would not put trim vertically at the exposed corner personally..
And just use some 1x6 or whatever for trim if needed
I would suggest googling (google images) for "in wall aquarium" for TONS of inspiration..
http://www.tristateaquariums.com/media-gallery/detail/17/156
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/6d/93/4f/6d934fd9a65ecbd3c2d73aef458e0572.jpg
I would not put trim vertically at the exposed corner personally..
And just use some 1x6 or whatever for trim if needed
I would suggest googling (google images) for "in wall aquarium" for TONS of inspiration..
http://www.tristateaquariums.com/media-gallery/detail/17/156
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/6d/93/4f/6d934fd9a65ecbd3c2d73aef458e0572.jpg
I understand what you are saying
we are trying to put where the CORER meets another piece of wood to protect the silicon and make it look nice..
Just seeing if anyone has seen this done or has done it.. As I could be looking for hours (already have) to find a picture..
we are trying to put where the CORER meets another piece of wood to protect the silicon and make it look nice..
Just seeing if anyone has seen this done or has done it.. As I could be looking for hours (already have) to find a picture..
Thank for this - they just have trim on the TOP and BOTTOM not on the CORNER that i'm looking for..
