ADA 60p non CO2 ver 2.0 new wood

[plantbrain]

Then I'll add the stainless steel mesh:

Then after a week or so of soaking:
add to this tank

 

[Mark Evans]

Looking forward to this Tom.

 

[ghostsword]

The mesh to grow plants on or to prevent something jumping out?




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[flygja]

Is that your wife's toothbrush I see?

 

[sanj]

Hi Tom,

Could you tell me what that mesh screen actually is please? I have been lookingfor something similar in diy stores overhere to stop rainbows jumping out of my tank.

Thanks

 

[ghostsword]

Most dyi stores do sell the mesh, I've used it to grow mosses and plants, but great idea to use them also to cover a tank so that fish don't jump.

I will be looking forward to this tank development for sure.


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[sanj]

Ah, I can see it more clearly from a desktop, i was looking on my phone before. I did try perspex, but that is only suitable for small tank, otherwise it just bends. I fine wire or plastic mesh might well be a better option.

 

[jalexst]

Looks exciting PB, great wood can't wait to see how you get on with it!

 

[Antipofish]

Im definitely subscribing to this one !!! Looks like its gonna be awesome Tom.

 

[Eboeagles]

Definitely looks exciting.

You always have the best gnarled wood. Would love a mini version of that for my 20l!

 

[plantbrain]

Is that your wife's toothbrush I see?

Got to get her toes clean somehow :!:
Stanky feet are not going in the same bed as me.

 

[plantbrain]

Most dyi stores do sell the mesh, I've used it to grow mosses and plants, but great idea to use them also to cover a tank so that fish don't jump.

I will be looking forward to this tank development for sure.


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It should be interesting and easier to tend than trying to make a nano stick twiggy matrix.

I can snip the mesh easily also and make different shapes 3D.etc...........moss topiary etc..........I'm anti topiary however........

The goal was to have a self supporting structure with thicker older feel.
The other part of the goal was to have complete access to glass all the way around the tank and to have the wood stand in the middle and the growth would emanate from there........this way the water would flow in a circular ideal pattern.

The problem with this type of tank is the surface turbulence is GREATLY reduced due to the plants and growth.
This will provide the nice look, and easy care, and I can remove the mesh and service it, then return it later.
Sort of a "mesh" pot

 

[ghostsword]

This will provide the nice look, and easy care, and I can remove the mesh and service it, then return it later.
Sort of a "mesh" pot

Yes, that is a good idea.. And easy to take out, replace or renew with new plants. I like the use of mesh for that. I have been using bonsai mesh, in plastic, as it is lighter than aluminium and easier to work with, but this one retains the shape. Just remember to file the sharp areas after cutting it, it does nasty scratches.

Another great idea Tom.

 

[LondonDragon]

Any updates?

 

[plantbrain]

The glass is clean, the tank is empty till April.