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KathyC · 03-21-2007, 02:26 AM

72 x 30? ...lucky you!! lol
I can't imagine a tank that long & wide has no bracing at all...just guessing... but I'd figure 2 braces? What about building it in 3 sections?
Doors could also be cut diagonally into the corners where a shadow might be less obvious, instead of straight across like mine.

First thought that pops to mind is there must be some metal (stainless steel?) or something that doesn't rust and is rigid that might be found in a width no more than 1/8" that could be used as a brace. Could be attached on both ends to the edging by the creative use of little pieces of plexi glued on the edging. Though ultimately I think you might still see a shadow from that...

Second thought would be binding a finished edging onto the netting (to keep it from tearing..though the stuff is pretty strong), and adding grommets to the edging. Then glue (?) ..I have no idea what, but something that the grommets can slip onto on the edge of the tank and pull the netting taut across the tank.

Still think there must be at least 1 brace...what is the frame made of Marc?

03-21-2007, 02:26 AM	#30
KathyC Rafflemeister Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Barnum Island Posts: 4,266 Reefer Ratings: (78) Friends: (45)	72 x 30? ...lucky you!! lol I can't imagine a tank that long & wide has no bracing at all...just guessing... but I'd figure 2 braces? What about building it in 3 sections? Doors could also be cut diagonally into the corners where a shadow might be less obvious, instead of straight across like mine. First thought that pops to mind is there must be some metal (stainless steel?) or something that doesn't rust and is rigid that might be found in a width no more than 1/8" that could be used as a brace. Could be attached on both ends to the edging by the creative use of little pieces of plexi glued on the edging. Though ultimately I think you might still see a shadow from that... Second thought would be binding a finished edging onto the netting (to keep it from tearing..though the stuff is pretty strong), and adding grommets to the edging. Then glue (?) ..I have no idea what, but something that the grommets can slip onto on the edge of the tank and pull the netting taut across the tank. Still think there must be at least 1 brace...what is the frame made of Marc? __________________ Don't just treat the symptom, remedy the cause!