Bookshelf IM 20 Gallon - DIY Shelf Support

[Sholtinator]

Thought I’d share some pics of my bookshelf renovation for my innovative marine 20 gallon tank. I took out some of the old shelves and added a shelf to extend the bookshelf to accommodate the depth of the tank. Finished with black stain and poly topcoat to match the existing bookshelf.

Tank started on Oct 1st, I recently added a variety of coral, got some cheap frags from a local fish keeper so it is kind of a mix, but the torch is my favorite. The SPS wasn’t my first choice this early but like I said I got some deals and it seems to be doing fine so far.

Would love to see what you all think of what I did with this old bookshelf in the basement, any feedback on the aquascape (do you like the old layout or the new?), and any other questions in general. Thanks!

 

[Tahoe61]

Thought I’d share some pics of my bookshelf renovation for my innovative marine 20 gallon tank. I took out some of the old shelves and added a shelf to extend the bookshelf to accommodate the depth of the tank. Finished with black stain and poly topcoat to match the existing bookshelf.

Tank started on Oct 1st, I recently added a variety of coral, got some cheap frags from a local fish keeper so it is kind of a mix, but the torch is my favorite. The SPS wasn’t my first choice this early but like I said I got some deals and it seems to be doing fine so far.

Would love to see what you all think of what I did with this old bookshelf in the basement, any feedback on the aquascape (do you like the old layout or the new?), and any other questions in general. Thanks!

It looks fantastic, it's a perfect fit.
Did you up grade the return pump?
Is that an AI Prime?
I would put the heater in the rear compartments. You really only need to run one sleeve or media basket.
Do you have an ATO, and if so which one?

 

[Sholtinator]

It looks fantastic, it's a perfect fit.
Did you up grade the return pump?
Is that an AI Prime?
I would put the heater in the rear compartments. You really only need to run one sleeve or media basket.
Do you have an ATO, and if so which one?

I actually just got an Innovative Marine Mighty Jet 326 gph pump, have not switched out the stock pumps yet though. Yes, AI prime, I have another one that I am going to add, just was waiting on my brackets to arrive. I do have an ATO, I don’t remember what brand at this point…. Had it on another tank years ago and works good. Thanks for the feedback!