My 60 gal build - Page 2

chris121277 · #11 05-31-2009, 03:13 PM

Oh....and anytime your ready to build that stand I'll gladly give you a hand.....

Tom R · #12 05-31-2009, 03:20 PM

That is one very well built stand. That tank isn't going anywhere.

Do be careful with water left sitting on the MDF it has a tendency to expand with moisture, however it does paint up nice.

Tom R

chris121277 · #13 05-31-2009, 11:57 PM

all primed and sealed.....still not sure what I'm doing for door's yet....but at least when I'm done painting I can get it up and running

365seasons · #14 06-01-2009, 12:34 AM

looks great

golf nut · #15 06-01-2009, 12:57 AM

That came out very nice, I would be inclined to keep the matte finish look.

chris121277 · #16 06-01-2009, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr OM

That came out very nice, I would be inclined to keep the matte finish look.

It is going to be a matte finish.....but that's just a tinted primer thats on there....the next coat is going to be double espresso (very dark brown almost black) so it will match my wifes kitchen table set.

chris121277 · #17 06-01-2009, 01:14 AM

thanx for the complements guys...i've worked all week on this and am proud about how it has come out.

fishay · #18 06-01-2009, 05:05 PM

Great stand design! I'll be building a similar one for my 40breeder soon...thx for the ideas

. What kind of paint, primer and sealants did you use?

chris121277 · #19 06-02-2009, 02:56 AM

I'd have to go out to out side and look at the can's but it was an exterior latex.
I'll have a look in the morning and post the brand for you

chris121277 · #20 06-03-2009, 02:21 AM

got the last coat of paint on the stand today.....not as dark as I expected....but atleast its done (well still needs the doors)