225 gallon display w/ Marco Rock

[LDog74]

I have my build thread posted in the members section. But thought I would add the aquascape also for those wanting to see different ideas.
Here is what I did using Marco reef saver, shelf & foundation. I also used the Marco E 400 cement which holds amazing. For some pieces I would super glue them first then apply/wedge the E-400 into spots where it was difficult to see but secure the pieces. I know it will be eventually covered in coralline but wanted to try and give a seamless look. For the shelf’s I would place either a plastic cup or bucket to hold in place for A few hours or overnight. I made the big scape into 3 sections so I could lift them into the tank easier. The cement holds that good once It’s dry! I put all the assembled scape into 55 gallon drums with saltwater, heater & powerheads for 6 weeks. I added Dr Tim’s ammonia and Bio Spira to cycled the rock while I was waiting for my tank to be built. Every few days i added a few drops of ammonia to keep the bacteria thriving.
I just dropped the rock into the new tank and everything is reading zero. I will give it a day or two, add more ammonia and check again.
Hope you like the scape & hope this helps!

 

[F i s h y]

I love the rockwork. I plan on doing something similar when I get my 250 built. Thanks for sharing.

 

[LDog74]

I love the rockwork. I plan on doing something similar when I get my 250 built. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you!

 

[Poochaku]

How many pounds of rock did you buy and how much did you use?

 

[Letterkenny]

Love the scape! I’m doing a new build soon for a 130 and am thinking of Marco rocks. How much did you get and any idea how much each shelf piece weighs? I like the shelf look but at $7/lb it’s quite pricey.

 

[LDog74]

How many pounds of rock did you buy and how much did you use?

I used about 75lbs total for a 225 gallon display. I ordered it in three different orders so I didn't have excess waste. I also did not want a cluttered tank so thought it out and built as needed.

I ended up using 2 large, 3 medium & 7 small foundation in addition to 8 lbs of shelf & 22 lbs of reef saver. A few of the small foundations I used as shelf. One order of E-400 Marco cement and still have plenty leftover. I broke or chiseled the pieces of reef savor as needed to fit what I was trying to accomplish. The rock is very easy to work with.
Thank you

 

[LDog74]

Love the scape! I’m doing a new build soon for a 130 and am thinking of Marco rocks. How much did you get and any idea how much each shelf piece weighs? I like the shelf look but at $7/lb it’s quite pricey.

See above reply!