Tank size - Suggestions

mark · #1 03-02-2007, 03:22 PM

Some of the best tanks out there have the high front to back measurement. The perspective gives a realism of a reef that you just can't get with a narrow tank.

There's some fantastic deep tanks (front to back) here on Canreef but I often go back to this one http://www.oregonreef.com/sub_aquascaping.htm as an ideal.

justinl · #2 03-02-2007, 03:51 PM

I think that the going wider idea is not only valid, but pretty damn good if you can afford the space. You will need some space though because then you could place the tank so you could have room (at least a metre) on either side of the tank to do work. I have about 2 metres of empty space behind my own tank where i can keep a salt, saltwater, and freshwater (the bulky stuff that won't fit in my cabinet). It really simplifies maintenance and I find it quite convenient. I don't need tongs because I can reach anywhere I want to without a stepstool. You'll want those shoulder length gloves though.

Norstar · #3 03-03-2007, 04:12 AM

The tank is going to be up against 2 walls, and surrounded by shelves on the right side. In essence, it will only be viewed from the from

untamed · #4 03-03-2007, 05:29 AM

Check out my tank build for ideas...you are headed in that direction. It looks like I will beat 1 year construction time by just a month or so.

Pansy-Paws · #5 03-03-2007, 05:45 AM

We have an 8' x 30" x 30" tank ourselves, and love the visual appearance with the extra depth, plus it's on a 45" stand making the main action at eye level. It's a FOWLR, which is why we went to 30" (more room for vertical swimming zones for the various fish species).

It's all personal preference, but if it was a reef, we'd probably have gone with a bit less depth, primarily based on lighting requirements.

Enjoy ... sounds like it will be a beauty.