Aquarium top (netting) on bowfront?

[beyer]

I have a bowfront 30 gallon and have researched eggcrate and the clear roofing material but have decided I want clear netting so It lets the most possible light through and circulates well. My question is, how would I install netting like this on my bowfront tank? I know people add the screen frame and stretch the netting across but how would I do that on my front curved bowfront? I was just wondering if anyone on here has dealt with this same problem or heard of a solution?

 

[moseley75]

I have a similar situation, following.

 

[beyer]

I found this thread here on R2R but unsure if I can pull it off lol

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/top-screen-73-gallon-bowfront.24559/

 

[Cherub]

have you seen these clearview lids? they custom make them for not very much. http://artfullyacrylic.3dcartstores.com/ClearView-Lids_c_52.html

 

[beyer]

have you seen these clearview lids? they custom make them for not very much. http://artfullyacrylic.3dcartstores.com/ClearView-Lids_c_52.html

Thanks for the help! I may try a diy setup first but if it doesn't pan out the custom route may have to be the way to go.

 

[beyer]

Here is an update of my DIY bowfront screen top. I bought a screen frame and made several cuts along the inside edge with a hack saw until the bend matched my bowfront curve. Also painted it black. Not professional by any means but good enough for me.

 

[cromag27 Verified Sponsor]

I started making clear plastic lids first, but your DIY looks pretty good!

I have made lids for now front tanks but I need a template, so it can be a pain.

http://octoaquatics.com/octo-lids/

 

[Jamesmost]

Another good one, I'm thinking some square 1/4" plastic stock,,,
Best and curve around bow front and around Radeon clamps,
Then glue my mesh..

 

[DirtDiggler2823]

Here is an update of my DIY bowfront screen top. I bought a screen frame and made several cuts along the inside edge with a hack saw until the bend matched my bowfront curve. Also painted it black. Not professional by any means but good enough for me.

I had to do what you did, and while it worked, it was a total PITA! Thanks for the idea though. Now I have a top for my bow front QT tank.