My first cube tank

[Thereefdoc]

I also set acquired two 55 gallon blue barrels for future use as a saltwater mixing station. I filled one with rodi for now so it’s ready when needed.

 

[stylolvr]

What waterproof primer are you using? I went with a couple thick coats of Killz inspire and will be using interior trim paint on the outside of mine. Never used Killz on a stand, but love it for bathrooms and under kitchen sinks!

 

[LBReefer]

Following along. I've definitely learned the hard way about triple checking. I would also recommend do everything you can to level the top perfectly. I had a bit of warping it took a lot of work go get it worked out.

You may also want to invest in a mat to make up for any imperfections.

 

[Thereefdoc]

What waterproof primer are you using? I went with a couple thick coats of Killz inspire and will be using interior trim paint on the outside of mine. Never used Killz on a stand, but love it for bathrooms and under kitchen sinks!

I’m using killz also, the 3 premium outdoor primer. I’m also going to add something else to make it more water proof. I haven’t figured out what that something is yet. I’ve never used it before on a stand either but have some from when I used it in my house.

 

[Thereefdoc]

Following along. I've definitely learned the hard way about triple checking. I would also recommend do everything you can to level the top perfectly. I had a bit of warping it took a lot of work go get it worked out.

You may also want to invest in a mat to make up for any imperfections

What did you do for the warping? What caused it?

I was actually planning on it. Any specific type you recommend?

 

[LBReefer]

What did you do for the warping? What caused it?

I was actually planning on it. Any specific type you recommend?

My inexact measuring and using imperfect wood caused the warping. I had to recur some of the support braces.

For the mat, I went to a local specialty store that my LFS pointed me to.

 

[Thereefdoc]

My inexact measuring and using imperfect wood caused the warping. I had to recur some of the support braces.

For the mat, I went to a local specialty store that my LFS pointed me to.

I tried to measure everything exact but I’m certain some of the stand is off.

 

[revhtree]

Nice build so far!

 

[Thereefdoc]

Nice build so far!

Thanks. It means a lot coming from you! I will make sure to keep this one updated.

 

[KevPool]

Nice job it is looking great.

 

[Thereefdoc]

Nice job it is looking great.

Thanks! I’ll keep you updated!

 

[Thereefdoc]

Everything is in place. The white yoga mat is going to be cut so none of it is showing. I’m working on the plumbing and can’t decide where the back up drain should drain into. The return pump chamber or the filter sock chamber? Any suggestions?

I’ve also committed to raising an octopus in this tank. I sourced a very young, small bimac octopus from California. The tank will also house some soft corals, mushrooms and maybe a kelp forest...I’m still thinking about that part.