Newbie here and preparing for a build!

[Tony7781]

Thanks for the warm welcome! Yes this stand is coming with it's own wood stand and canopy. I haven't seen many people use a canopy, is that because of the evaporation and residual salt?

Welcome Tony ! This is a great place for "Beginners" . Don't worry about simple questions. We all asked the same things one time or another.
So your buying a tank tomorrow? Stand also? You have a fun project ahead & I bet Your boys will be all curious & wanting to help Dad !

 

[KJ]

Welcome to R2R Anthony!

 

[Tony7781]

Thank you all for the warm welcome, I'm super busy excited to get this project going! You sure do make a newbie feel welcome and mitigated the anxiety of asking stupid questions! I'm doing my best to be patient as I know that's the way to go, but it will be hard! I couldn't sleep as all last night I was thinking about the build and how I want to construct my plumbing and all of the different fish and corals I'd want so can't wait to get my books on the different species!

 

[Lovemyreef2015]

Welcome to R2R

 

[IslandLifeReef]

Hello @Tony7781 and welcome to R2R.

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Thank you all for the warm welcome, I'm super busy excited to get this project going! You sure do make a newbie feel welcome and mitigated the anxiety of asking stupid questions! I'm doing my best to be patient as I know that's the way to go, but it will be hard! I couldn't sleep as all last night I was thinking about the build and how I want to construct my plumbing and all of the different fish and corals I'd want so can't wait to get my books on the different species!

Don't be afraid to ask questions. It's always better to ask them "before" you do something your unsure of and the only stupid question is the one that doesn't get asked. :)

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Thanks for the warm welcome! Yes this stand is coming with it's own wood stand and canopy. I haven't seen many people use a canopy, is that because of the evaporation and residual salt?

I use my canopy, it cuts down on the light bleed so I can still enjoy my movie room.

 

[cracker]

We enjoy helping " beginners " . Also lot's of People use hoods , all depends May I suggest. You check out this forum https://www.reef2reef.com/forums/new-to-saltwater-reef-aquariums-post-here.130/
There you can share pics & ask away. There is a build thread also can't find it at the moment .

 

[reef lover]

Welcome to the salt life!!

 

[Tony7781]

I just got back empty handed :( There was a big sticker saying, Tempered Glass do NOT drill!! During my miserable drive home I realized my brother in laws best friend owns a glass shop. Im thinking of asking him to build me a tank, but I have some questions to see if it could actually work. Ill post a different thread on that question.

 

[Muttley000]

Welcome to the forum Tony. Ittttss Grrreeeaaaat!

Lol sorry couldn't help it!

 

[Ruben's Reef]

!!! Welcome to R2R Tony !!!

 

[cracker]

Bummer ! I really liked the dimensions . I found my tank thru the LFS. When I researched ordering from the factory, the shipping off set the extra cost from the lfs they deliver to the shop. Saves time & hassle . Possible You talked with the guy about finding another (same dimensions) with out safety glass? I'm surprised the sides were ,it's usually just the bottom pane.

 

[NY_Caveman]

Welcome Tony! Bummer about the tank, but you will find one.

 

[bsn_rn_cen]

Welcome to Reef2Reef. My father taught me there is only one stupid question and well I hope you won't be needing a gun on this adventure.

 

[BluTang85]

Hello, and welcome to Reef2Reef

 

[Reefer Deez]

Hello and welcome to R2R :)
It's a pleasure to have you here with us ;)

 

[Geebs19]

Welcome to R2R!

This place is a great start for people entering the hobby!