On 19 Feb 2003 at 15:36, Nick Zarlinga wrote:
> There is no doubt that plywood aquariums are a quick and dirty way to
> hold water, however we have found that they are subject to many more
> problems than frp, acrylic, or glass aquariums. I would be hesitant
> about the frp panels that Rob was referring to just because the
> texture will grow algae and be difficult to get off. However if it
> covers the look of the panel, then I guess it is ok. The other
> problem, which is more important, is that if the seal between the
> panels do leak, it won't be visible and will cause the plywood to
> break down. I would use a couple of layers of a two part epoxy paint
> over each of the wood panels, then attach the panels together with
> screws, then silicone. Another suggestion would be to have the side
> panels over the edges of the bottom panel, this way the screws are
> able to be tightened while there is water in it *when* there is a leak
> down the road. Also, I would make sure that you have enough bracing
> to reduce bowing and so that your glass/acrylic viewing panel can be a
> bit thinner so that you don't break the bank. We usually think of
> wood tanks as tanks made out of sugar, but just a bit less
> dissolvable. ;-)
Prost,
Martin
Jackson, MS
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