My new build! 55 gallon journal.

[The Fluffy Injun]

Hiya all!

After experimentation with the 10 gallon, I planned and started my big tank project. I have been waiting patiently before posting (because honestly who like to wait in anticipation) but decided since I am nearly done I will go ahead with my preview.

First thing I did was plan out my false bottom. Took me a bit to figure out how to place everything so I wouldn't have to break it apart to get anything out.



Next I fitting some PVC pipe so that I could run my cords threw the corner. Also shaped my styrofoam for a waterfall and a fogger.



Better pics of the waterfall and fogger.





This will be the slight "river" are before the pond.



The pond



Silicones the back and sides, covered the bottom with weed blocker.







After all, that I foamed. Here is the tank after my first layer of titebond and coco fiber as well as the titebond+acrylic paint.



This is after the second coat. If you are wondering about the stone area, what I did was use a base of very dark gray/black and after it dried I used a lighter gray. This allowed for the two tone effect as well as help making shadows.



Better idea of what is where.



Finally I used some epoxy for my waterfall, though I am going to go back over with some titebond and paint. All that is left is touch ups, substrate, and planting! Let me know what you all think! Ideas, comment, critiques, all are welcome!

Water test #2

http://youtu.be/vuggWRuqOH8

[nirotorin]

Nice! That waterfall is looking killer. Can't wait to see it completed. What are you going to put in it?

[The Fluffy Injun]

Some Whites

[The Fluffy Injun]

And thanks!

[cricketfrog30]

nice looks like its gonna be good.

[deranged chipmunk]

Looking good buddy!! Ya forgot to drill holes in your PVC struts to avoid stagnant water, but you should be fine

[The Fluffy Injun]

Dang it. Lol. Hopefully, I will be alright I am using a super pump. I actually wish I used the smaller one because the flow is ridiculous without some egg crate in the tube. I am using a hydor 740.

[The Fluffy Injun]

So today was the day. I busted butt as soon as my kiddo went to sleep and finished this project. Over all I super happy with it and my little guys are exploring like no bodies business.

Day lights


Night lights


Daytime
http://youtu.be/0oV58fTrKKc

Nighttime
http://youtu.be/D_dkDNZ4QJc

I do have to install the top sprinkler but that won't take me but a second and I am exhausted from work. Hope you enjoy this as much as I did!

[The Fluffy Injun]

Added some new plants, No idea what they are but my store said tropical.

[The Fluffy Injun]

Added the last bit of plants. Finishing touches complete...Fin lol



Tillandsia Cyanea - Pink Quill
Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum- Peace Lily
Hedera Helix - English Ivy
Sansevieria trifasciata - Snake Plant
Epipremnum aureum - Pothos
Dracaena marginata - Dragon Palm
Phyllanthus fluitans - Red Root Floater
Codiaeum Variegatum - Croton

[Mentat]

Came out pretty nice, congrats! Can see a Halfmoon (?) Betta in pond area, cute !

[The Fluffy Injun]

He's a half moon double tail, good eye