New 40 Gallon Breeder

[Barliman]

You can also make your own lid. There are quite a few DIY videos on the topic:

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=diy+aquarium+lid+

I make mine from quarter-inch window-screen netting and a frame kit bought at Home Depot.

 

[cherokeejack]

You can also make your own lid. There are quite a few DIY videos on the topic:

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=diy+aquarium+lid+

I make mine from quarter-inch window-screen netting and a frame kit bought at Home Depot.

How much did that run you?

 

[cherokeejack]

Well, I bought the Polycarbonate roof material and made a lid out of that. I have enough left to make two more lids. All for $11. Great deal. Also order two AC 50 filters, Master Test Kit, Water conditioner, and the Aquino Pro 150 Watt heater. Just a few more things to go!

 

[Barliman]

How much did that run you?

Spline tool: $8.36
Window screen kit: $9.98
3'x7' roll of 1/4" screen netting: $11.99

The tool and kit I bought at Home Depot, while I purchased the netting from Bulk Reef Supply. The tool is reusable, of course, and I should get 2-3 more screens out of the netting, so the only thing I need to buy next time is the kit.

Having a hacksaw and miter box helps with the cutting, too.

The polycarbonate panel you bought is good, too. I know a few fishkeepers who use that.