45G DIY Shallow Reef Lagoon Build

[GraphicReefer]

Well I've been neglecting my R2R Family!

Time for an update on the build! I present to you "The Purple Lagoon"!

I call it that because I used purple PVC and Vinyl wrapped my sump in Purple. Ive come quite far and its exciting! Still have some loose ends to tie up ( like my radion wires ) and plant my mangroves. I know the Radions are mounted high, I will probably adjust that, but Im not planning on keeping SPS. I like the idea of a look down lagoon. I still have to finish the thru-wall plumbing to top off my ATO and Water Changes... Waiting on some elbows to come in... Any other suggestions before I turn it into a wet system?

Due to the high of the water, open top, and minimalist scape, what do you think I should keep? Im fine with just inverts too!

Happy Reefing Everyone

 

[GraphicReefer]

The Cycle has Begun! More pics to come soon.

 

[Rockhead]

Very cool looking set up[emoji1303]

 

[AquaART]

That aquascape is beautiful! I particularly like the mound of sand and the large canaleavered rock, it gives a real sense of architecture to the whole setting. Are you at all worried about the mound of sand simply sliding down over time, or possibly getting anerobic spots that could become potentially dangers if the former issue meets with the latter?

 

[GraphicReefer]

That aquascape is beautiful! I particularly like the mound of sand and the large canaleavered rock, it gives a real sense of architecture to the whole setting. Are you at all worried about the mound of sand simply sliding down over time, or possibly getting anerobic spots that could become potentially dangers if the former issue meets with the latter?

Thank you! I wanted to go with something minimalistic but still provide some character... Im expecting it to slide down and settle naturally but Id like it to stay pretty close to what it is. I have considered the consequences but I think ill be ok, most of that is rock so maybe theres a half a square foot of 3" sand...

 

[Clayton Jessup]

The tank looks awesome I love the 3 G3 XR15PRO Radions . Love the measurements of the tank great progress, keep up the great work !

 

[679x]

I love shallow tanks like these, time to follow! Aquascape looks great!

 

[Kyl]

Nice work there! Doing something similar this winter, but custom and 4" higher. Finalized your stocking list? That scape looks like it would be very neat to watch the fish circle around and through.

 

[GraphicReefer]

"Reggae Jams and Crocea Clams"

 

[LankyDutch]

How is the Lagoon looking right now? I would love to build one myself like that.

 

[LankyDutch]

How is the Lagoon looking right now? I would love to build one myself like that.

 

[GraphicReefer]

Hello!

Unfortunately I was having some major issues with my setup. My parameters were all within a good range but things just weren't "Right", after many months of testing and trail and error I decided to remove my Caribs Fiji Pink sand. I found Four (4) 1-2" nails/screws rusting to pieces in my sand bed. I was highly disappointed, I buy reputable sand to avoid these issues but I found I am not the only one who has experienced this after further investigation and googling. Naturally enough though, I am building a larger tank currently lol and this 45 will become my grow-out tank... Stay tuned!

 

[Strawberry]

Hello!

Unfortunately I was having some major issues with my setup. My parameters were all within a good range but things just weren't "Right", after many months of testing and trail and error I decided to remove my Caribs Fiji Pink sand. I found Four (4) 1-2" nails/screws rusting to pieces in my sand bed. I was highly disappointed, I buy reputable sand to avoid these issues but I found I am not the only one who has experienced this after further investigation and googling. Naturally enough though, I am building a larger tank currently lol and this 45 will become my grow-out tank... Stay tuned!

Any updates on this tank as a grow out tank?