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ipsomatic9 Fingerling Posts: 38 Kudos: 16 Votes: 1 Registered: 13-Nov-2006	So, I'm trying to build my own aquarium. I've done all the reading online about the structure and what not. My problem is this: I can't find anything to coat the wood with. I've read all the suggestions and so far all of the 2 part epoxy paint is too expensive and I'm afraid that epoxy/fiberglass resin will eventually crack, especially if the tank were to flex at all. Anyone have any suggestions/experience/wisdom to impart upon me? "A fish swims through the sea, while the sea is in a certain sense contained within the fish." -mewithoutYou
Posted 05-Jan-2007 21:39
FRANK Moderator Posts: 5108 Kudos: 5263 Votes: 1690 Registered: 28-Dec-2002	Hi, Have you checked out this site? http://www.garf.org/tank/buildtank.asp I believe you will find your answers here. Frank -->>> The Confidence of Amateurs, is the Envy of Professionals <<<--
Posted 05-Jan-2007 21:59
ipsomatic9 Fingerling Posts: 38 Kudos: 16 Votes: 1 Registered: 13-Nov-2006	Thanks Frank!... That helped out a bunch. The site recommended two options, I have yet to try them, but they are different than anything I've read about so far and sound like they will work! "A fish swims through the sea, while the sea is in a certain sense contained within the fish." -mewithoutYou
Posted 09-Jan-2007 15:27
FRANK Moderator Posts: 5108 Kudos: 5263 Votes: 1690 Registered: 28-Dec-2002	Edited by FRANK Hi, Glad I could help. Don't forget the pictures! If you decide to build, this forum/thread could be a good log for you to post the pictorial process. Frank -->>> The Confidence of Amateurs, is the Envy of Professionals <<<--
Posted 09-Jan-2007 16:17


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