240G LPS Build Thread

[garbermatt]

OK, fourth tank and probably the biggest. Realized I like LPS better overall than SPS, so not going to try for a Mixed Reef (at least not for the first year), so just thinking of this as a LPS tank. Got an SC Aquariums 240, which should be here in a month or so, which is kind of a blessing in disguise because it's letting me take my time setting up the sump/plumbing/aquascape. Got Marco Rock shelf and foundation rock and really love the way it looks. Here's what I've assembled so far with most of these mortared together, but still waiting on a few bags of the Marco Nano rocks to finish it off. Pretty happy with the shelf rock.

 

[garbermatt]

Additional photos of the build. Got a Bashsea 4818 sump and Aquamaxx DCQ3 skimmer. Was going to build an algae scrubber but may just go with Chaeto and a good grow light...

 

[kingjames_dc5]

How’s the wife feel about losing a closet

 

[garbermatt]

How’s the wife feel about losing a closet

I guess I should mention I'm single, which also explains the pool table as well :p

 

[Oberst Hajj]

I'm a fan of LPS as well, so I'm looking forward to your build.

 

[garbermatt]

Aquascape is pretty much done. Just waiting for the tank which apparently is stuck in a shipping container somewhere...

 

[Oberst Hajj]

I like your "final" scape.

 

[revhtree]

That aquascape is on point!

 

[garbermatt]

Finally got my tank, cargo ship was delayed, but looking good so far. Just doing a herbie since there are only 2 holes in the return. Next I need to clean the sand.

 

[garbermatt]

OK, just compared the old garage layout to the In Tank layout and had to rejigger. Liking the bigger arch now :)

 

[garbermatt]

Realize I'm not a good chronicler for this type of thread but thought I'd post some updated photos now that the stand is almost done and starting to stock a bit (5 weeks since cycle)