Ehmmm, his GF has a good idea there, and just think...if she is happier about the tank, it will make his life that much easier.
...I actually noticed the edge of the tank and the finish on the table at first glance, looked back up the page to see if they matched...said hmmm, I'd refinish that...and THEN found this exchange about refinishing the edge.
Just do it
BTW- Nice tank, good luck with it!!
And Drunktank - I thought exactly the same thing about the BF...lol