Economic or no?

[Sarjo Pepper]

In the distant future I would like to build my own tank. With the current dimensions of 3' by 3' by 1.5', it would be about 100g. My research tells me that building a 1/2" thick glass tank with a plywood bottom would work out well, a little over $150, which is A LOT less than any new tank I've seen thus far. Most stores/online go over $400 for the tank alone. I've looked at used tanks (not that I expect them to be around in ten years) and they at least want $200 for the tank alone. AND YET google has told me it is not economical to build my own tank, stand, or anything really.
WHAT AM I MISSING?

 

[KKAY27]

I was thinking about doing the same thing!! Go on YouTube to The king of diy look at his plywood aquarium video! He goes step by step on how to make a really nice one! I think it is economical if you get the materials on sale like he explains! You might even have some of the supplies so it would be even cheaper!

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[Sarjo Pepper]

I've watched his videos and I agree that they're very good. My only issue is that he doesn't factor in the cost of all his equipment and tools. He also has a ton of more skill than I do. Haha.

 

[Mebbid]

That glass must be dirt cheap for you to pull an aquarium off that cheaply. Where do you live?

 

[Beej1254]

Keep an eye out if you drive past Good Will or similar stores. My fiancé ran into a 110gal with stand, glass tops, lights (cheap lights), and other junk for $100. They gave me 4 days to test for leaks and make sure that everything checked out. Best deal I've ever had!


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