Aquascape with STAX think dimensionally!

[NY_Caveman]

Current status of the Tank[emoji4]

Finally!

So wait, this is a new build, but you are looking at a new tank. The new one would be additional, or an upgrade?

 

[120reefkeeper]

Finally!

So wait, this is a new build, but you are looking at a new tank. The new one would be additional, or an upgrade?

Well yes and your correct, that is the current debate. At least in my own head. The new tanks have had some very nice improvements. So I’m thinking about an upgrade/additional tank. Maybe a new 130 or something even bigger [emoji23][emoji41]

 

[NY_Caveman]

Well yes and your correct, that is the current debate. At least in my own head. The new tanks have had some very nice improvements. So I’m thinking about an upgrade/additional tank. Maybe a new 130 or something even bigger [emoji23][emoji41]

Nice!

 

[120reefkeeper]

Nice!

To be honest I think it would be easier just to set up new. Some of the rock work I did is movable, but obviously the back glass would be a major issue. I’d like to do something similar to this in a bigger tank, and maybe with different lighting.

There’s nothing wrong with these lights , but I believe the Avenue I’m looking to take would require substantial more light. Hint hint [emoji6][emoji23]

 

[andrewkw]

I am almost never a fan of anything on the back glass, almost weekly I knock corals trying to scrape my narrow 18" wide tank. This I really love though. Not only does it look great but reading and looking at thought process / progress is also great. I am looking forward to seeing it as a full blown reef in the not too distant future.

 

[120reefkeeper]

I am almost never a fan of anything on the back glass, almost weekly I knock corals trying to scrape my narrow 18" wide tank. This I really love though. Not only does it look great but reading and looking at thought process / progress is also great. I am looking forward to seeing it as a full blown reef in the not too distant future.

Well thank you for your kind words! It’s definitely different and may not be for everyone. That’s ok

I’m glad you find mine different and interesting. A lot of thought went into it and I believe it’s one of my best so far. When this Waterbox is filled up it’s gonna be [emoji91] [emoji91] [emoji91]!

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[Fudsey]

When this Waterbox is filled up it’s gonna be [emoji91] [emoji91] [emoji91]!

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If it is ever filled in....;Yuck ;Yuck ;Yuck....

 

[120reefkeeper]

If it is ever filled in....;Yuck ;Yuck ;Yuck....

Well now that you mention it.... [emoji23]

 

[dantimdad]

What would you think of doing larger pieces on the back glass sliced from big pieces of dry pukani but leaving the front side of them natural not smooth cut?

Also, my 93 cube is going in a corner. What about doing two walls? Would you think it would look ok?

I am just at a dead end with scaping lately and want to try something different.

 

[120reefkeeper]

What would you think of doing larger pieces on the back glass sliced from big pieces of dry pukani but leaving the front side of them natural not smooth cut?

Also, my 93 cube is going in a corner. What about doing two walls? Would you think it would look ok?

I am just at a dead end with scaping lately and want to try something different.

I think that larger pieces would look awesome, but might come with a little more difficulty of attachment. All things are possible and of course this would take some guts to do. Lol

Doing 2 walls would certainly still work I believe. Again this is something that you have to be at peace with. Once you’ve committed then you really can’t go back without a lot of labor. I will just refer you to my post and pictures. If this is “ the something different “ your looking for , then I say GO FOR IT!

 

[dantimdad]

I think that larger pieces would look awesome, but might come with a little more difficulty of attachment. All things are possible and of course this would take some guts to do. Lol

Doing 2 walls would certainly still work I believe. Again this is something that you have to be at peace with. Once you’ve committed then you really can’t go back without a lot of labor. I will just refer you to my post and pictures. If this is “ the something different “ your looking for , then I say GO FOR IT!

I would lay the tank on it's back when attaching then switch to the side. That way the weight wouldn't be sliding downward.

I may cut a couple tester pieces and just lay it on it's back and look at them from on a ladder like I was looking at it standing up.

Thanks for the inspiration!

 

[120reefkeeper]

I would lay the tank on it's back when attaching then switch to the side. That way the weight wouldn't be sliding downward.

I may cut a couple tester pieces and just lay it on it's back and look at them from on a ladder like I was looking at it standing up.

Thanks for the inspiration!

That’s a great idea about looking at it first. I didn’t attach mine on it’s back for a couple of reasons.

1. Weight.... I was afraid to strain the glass with the extra weight and then trying to stand the tank back into a vertical position.

2. Attachment.... I wasn’t positive if the rockwork would actually stay attached. I didn’t trust it and didn’t want anything to come unattached while moving the tank.

Your very welcome for the inspiration! That’s what this is all about! Thinking outside of the box/norm.

 

[dantimdad]

That’s a great idea about looking at it first. I didn’t attach mine on it’s back for a couple of reasons.

1. Weight.... I was afraid to strain the glass with the extra weight and then trying to stand the tank back into a vertical position.

2. Attachment.... I wasn’t positive if the rockwork would actually stay attached. I didn’t trust it and didn’t want anything to come unattached while moving the tank.

Your very welcome for the inspiration! That’s what this is all about! Thinking outside of the box/norm.

Technically, aren't we thinking "inside" the box?

 

[120reefkeeper]

Technically, aren't we thinking "inside" the box?

Technically yes but against the norm. Lol [emoji23]

 

[drcrook]

So I'm totally stealing your idea and going to be redesigning my new tank thinking dimensionally in the box. Biggest change I'll be making is I'll be cutting my current rocks using a miter saw myself since I've already got a ton of rocks.

Got any new tips/tricks since this thing has been in operation for a while? Do you have pictures of it with corals or fish in it?

 

[ccombs]

Now for the sand and light! Yes time to tune and massage everything into place.

I continued with adding the sand and setting up my final lighting program!

I love that the 'rock' work extends up and out of the glass, as you said, nothing is straight in nature.

 

[ccombs]

If you were closer it wouldn't be negotiable, you'd be kidnapped.....lol

;Hilarious ;Hilarious ;Hilarious

I wouldn't try to kidnap anyone that may or may not be a marine lololol

 

[ccombs]

That bottom up shot gives a whole new perspective on how sick this build is!

 

[120reefkeeper]

I love that the 'rock' work extends up and out of the glass, as you said, nothing is straight in nature.

Thank you. [emoji4]

 

[120reefkeeper]

I wouldn't try to kidnap anyone that may or may not be a marine lololol

Definitely not a good idea .[emoji1787]