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Hold on this will be a long one.........
I moved into my new house in October still haven't got wallpaper on the walls (partner ripped the old one of the day we moved in!!!) but hay new tank must come first. ;)
The house is a old Victorian semi, which has three cellar rooms. The first room is used as a utilities room, the middle room will be my fish room (approx 13x12 feet) :) and the final room will be a cinema room. The plan is a hole in the wall Jobie viewable form the cinema room...
With a 84"x42"x30" display tank.
Sounds good mate, looking forward to seeing another North West reef develop :cool:
There are some cracking Victorian houses in our area. Where abouts is it?
MarineManMercer
22-01-07, 16:32
I bet it will look superb when its finished,you can look at all your reef dvds while take a nosey at the tank;) .
There are some cracking Victorian houses in our area. Where abouts is it?
Im in Urmston Mate
I bet it will look superb when its finished,you can look at all your reef dvds while take a nosey at the tank;) .
Its a good excuse to watch the tank while the other halve watches her chick flicks. ;)
I will upload some pictures later, but you will have to use your imagination. I'm not joking when I say it will be a long one.
simon garratt
22-01-07, 18:35
Hi Danny...just a word of caution before you go diving in...think especially hard about.
1. ventilation
2. cooling and evaporation/condensation.
Cellars arnt the best places to get rid of heat from..
Regards and good luck with what sounds to be a terrific project.
Si.
WOW this sounds great, I wish i was that lucky......
Hi Danny...just a word of caution before you go diving in...think especially hard about.
1. ventilation
2. cooling and evaporation/condensation.
Cellars arnt the best places to get rid of heat from..
Regards and good luck with what sounds to be a terrific project.
Si.
HI Si.
Your two issues shouldn't be a concern, as the cellar is only 50% below ground level. Both rooms have windows, and I will be installing dehumidifiers and tanking the room to deal with moisture.
Thanks Danny
WOW this sounds great, I wish i was that lucky......
Nice skimmer there Karl ;)
Wreckfish88
22-01-07, 19:40
Cool can't wait until you start sounds like it will be a monster project :p
Good luck
Soon to be fish room :o
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/gym2.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/sauna1.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/maceysauna.JPG
One Sauna removed.
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/sauna removed1.JPG
I must admit that this build sounds very interesting indeed and looking at the pictures I may be wrong but I have surveyed a few Victorian houses in the past and some with sellers have not had good solid floors (more like compacted earth with sometimes over-site concrete). Just thought I would mention it, as it may be worth just digging a small pit to check the makeup of the floor structure.;)
I'm also not very patient so if you could work on it everyday and post pictures every night that would be great.:D :D :D
Flippin heck Danny! Looks and sounds a great project, great to see pics of it developing already :) Keep those updates coming
Chris
petergillett
24-01-07, 15:16
I like the words "the plan is..." on the 22nd, and 2 days later you've started ripping things out! It's great when the progress is fast.
It will slow down :(
Its cheap to pull things down :)
Shlunkster
24-01-07, 16:27
Wow! Sounds like an amazing project! It'll be interesting to watch its progress right from the start!
Keep those updates coming!
you should have kept the sauna for a bit and charged your neighbours to use it.
kerching, instant tank fund!
gareth4778
27-01-07, 14:02
Yes it think i will be watching this one, so jelouse, why cant i have an house with loads of rooms and space? just warapped up in a small 2 bed mid tiny new terrace, boooo!!!!
you should have kept the sauna for a bit and charged your neighbours to use it.
kerching, instant tank fund!
A bit late now, they will have to go to the local tip :) Is there any bricklayers or plasters in the Manchester area?
Yes it think i will be watching this one, so jelouse, why cant i have an house with loads of rooms and space? just warapped up in a small 2 bed mid tiny new terrace, boooo!!!!
I know what you mean, we have only been in it since October and the space is great. One of the main reasons for me was the cellars, oh and we have a Great Dane :rolleyes:
Good luck with this! I love reading about massive DIY projects like this. I admire your bottle. I've always had similar plans with my house.
Just ordered the steel for the tank opening :) One hole will be in place over the weekend....Cheap as well 8ftx8"x4" for £50
fingers crossed..
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/tank opening1.JPG
Doesn't look much yet :o . But this will be the cinema room.
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/cinema.JPG
Well a weekend with a hammer and here is what I have come up with :)
Before Hammer was used!!!
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/Acros.JPG
Ater Steel was put in place for the tank :D
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/through hole.JPG
Macey helping with the distruction, Only wish she could put it back together aswell.
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/cinema Macey.JPG
Next step is to remove the 2 Wall readiators, as that wall will also be coming out soon to make the cinema room larger.
blimey, hadn't seen this one before, that tank shape is awesome! gonna look very very nice.
do you have a future equipment list sorted in your head? what lighting are you going to use, being so close to the ceiling.
looks like great fun, very jeallous :(
Thanks Scoob.
The main concern at the mo is "Closed loop or not" I was hoping the polario would of been released as I fancied trying them out, as I don't fancy the running cost of the sequence. Problem is I was hoping to get the tank built next month, so I need to make my mind up for the builder to drill it or not.
As for lighting I will start of with 3x250Watt halides and see how I get on, I will be using two skimmers a AP701 and a AM 5000 Shorty. I currently have a Deltec 600 Reactor which will cope with the calcium levels for a while yet. :)
3x250 in a pendant or as lowbays? at 3.5 ft wide you are gonna need some coverage, unless ofcourse you are going for a central bommie?
For the time being I will be using My current 2x250W guissman and a 250W lowbay, I will be upgrading in the future I fancy trying the Lumenarc's
Halfsleeve
06-02-07, 08:25
Another great read I love these big projects maybe i can convince the girlfriend to convert the garage into a fish room with a large tank etc.
looking good keep the pic's comeing
I must admit that this build sounds very interesting indeed and looking at the pictures I may be wrong but I have surveyed a few Victorian houses in the past and some with sellers have not had good solid floors (more like compacted earth with sometimes over-site concrete). Just thought I would mention it, as it may be worth just digging a small pit to check the makeup of the floor structure.;)
I'm also not very patient so if you could work on it everyday and post pictures every night that would be great.:D :D :D
Thank you for the tip, I have checked the concrete any you are right. So I have decided to add 6" of concrete for the foundations. I will upload some more pictures later as I have removed the other wall.
Thanks for the comments Danny
6" deep foundations dug and filled :)
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/foundations.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/foundations1.JPG
designsonline.co.uk
14-02-07, 23:44
looking good...
Joe
Excellent progress - watching this one with a lot of interest!!
Keep the updates coming!
John
Here's some updates. Hope you like :thumbsup:
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/PICT000445.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/PICT000245.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/PICT000745.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/PICT000845.JPG
:wub: Looking good so far Danny :wub: Have you ordered the tank yet?
That is going to be amazing :)
Personally I would have still kept the sauna tho and added a hot tub :D
:wub: Looking good so far Danny :wub: Have you ordered the tank yet?
Fingers crossed Keith will be doing the build on Friday:dance: . Ideally I would finish the room first, but I want to start cycling the reef plates I got from Germany.
Danny
Any updates!? lookin awsome so far
I will take some pictures tonight. I had a visit from Keith (Windsor) last week :dance:
They have been slow coming, but I hope you like :thumbsup:
The Tank in its final position.
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/tank30.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/tank23.JPG
My 2 closed loop pumps a bargin from the usa £75 each :D
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/pumps3.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/pump5.JPG
ooh that tank looks mighty fine there!!!!
looking stunning so far, plus your not shy with the pics well done man - loving the tank size too
looking good keep the pictures coming danny
we run on 60hz not 50hz, i hope that wont effect your pumps like blowing them up etc?!
erm.. how are you gunna get anything in the tank, the ceilings in the way lol
:)
Following this with interest, love to dream... :)
we run on 60hz not 50hz, i hope that wont effect your pumps like blowing them up etc?!
:no: you been sniffing the skimate :p UK is 50hz ;)
How comes they are fromn the states and state 50hz yet the states runs at 60hz and 110V, and they have the US plugs on them?
oh ok!
i assumed it was us on the 60hz as the pumps have USA plugs on like you say
back to the skimmate...
:no: you been sniffing the skimate :p UK is 50hz ;)
How comes they are fromn the states and state 50hz yet the states runs at 60hz and 110V, and they have the US plugs on them?
If you contact them dirrectly they will change the motors over to UK spec, they are very helpful. I was lucky enough to have relatives visiting from the states to bring them over for me.
As for getting things in the tank yes it will be tight, but it is a false ceiling above so there are a few more inches to play with :D
Tank now cycling.....Some pictures of the closed loops and reef bones Hope you like!!!!
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/pump1.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/pump2.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/plate1.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/plate2.JPG
Hope you like all Livestock moved over :dance: :dance:
Back of the tank
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/back1.JPG
front
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/full2.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/left1.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/right1.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/right2.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/right3.JPG
http://www.ultimatereef.net/uploader/2006Q4/bubble1.JPG
urban_hippie
22-05-07, 21:01
Loving this one, had me hooked from first post to end.
Keep the pics coming, love to see tanks from new to maturing?
How long did those reef bones take to mature/cycle?
Cheers
dirtysanchez5825
22-05-07, 21:21
all looking really nice wish i had dosh 4 that
Loving this one, had me hooked from first post to end.
Keep the pics coming, love to see tanks from new to maturing?
How long did those reef bones take to mature/cycle?
Cheers
Didn't really see any cycle. I have had the bones in for 6 weeks and all that happened was Nitrate went to 5ppm then down to 1ppm.
all looking really nice wish i had dosh 4 that
Not as expensive as you probably think ;) A lot of the equipment was second hand.
Regards Danny
that looks great, love the rock you bought. much better than a stupid sauna!
Wow, this tank is lovely! :wub:
What type of sand did you use?
looking very nice, very nice indeed :)
well done!
How did i miss this? :confused: :doh:
Tank looks quality i love it :)
Wow, this tank is lovely! :wub:
What type of sand did you use?
Thanks guys, still a lot of work to do, but at least I have my fish back :thumbsup:
Its called Tropic Eden Deep Sea Aragasnow (http://www.aquaristic.net/shop.php/sid/f1c30f0edeb39ca0bb7778ab6703d973/cl/details/anid/cd2453e285ed7e559.55919967/Tropic%20Eden%20Deep%20Sea%20Aragasnow%2013%2C6%20 kg//listtype/search/searchparam/eden) from aquaristic in Germany, its very white in colour.
Reef Keeper
23-05-07, 08:13
it all looks good keep the pics coming.
Hi,
Looking lovley, that bubble is very nice indeed. :)
ATB
great looking tank:thumbsup:
reefkeeper_2006
23-05-07, 08:46
how did i miss this thread
Great looking tank there
looks like it was a lot of hard work, but the end result is fantastic
paul
Stevebibby
23-05-07, 11:07
Nice one Danny.
Just to say it looks even better in the flesh so to speak
Regards
Steve
Well done Danny, it's starting to come together. Well worth all the effort you've put in!
Hairy Monster
27-06-07, 11:20
Cant believe ive only just seen this, thats one stunnig looking tank, great write up too!
Tank looks stunning mate, and im loving the fine sand, i think i have sand envy!
chook sanger
27-06-07, 12:09
Cant believe i missed it too!!! MAn that is an awesome tank and you have a ciname room, hmmmmmmm, CInema and marine tanks - best not tell the wife what i wanna do i get enough boll*ckins for bein on UR all the time as it is hehe:laugh: (best not tell her i spent the holiday money then lol)
Awesome tank buddy:worship:
fireproofcujo
27-06-07, 12:10
Wish i had a piece of the ocean like this :thumbsup:
:o Thanks for the nice comments guys. Once the algae stage has finished I will post some updates including my crosshatch trigger :wub:
:thanks: Danny
sweet tank you going to give us a full spec and more pics.
chris
Here are a few pictures of some of the stock, not been able to spend much time on it due to the arrival of the pups
God I need a new camera :o
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0080.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0060.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0059.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0053.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0054.jpg
looking good got any full tank shot's
JOHN & CAM
03-08-07, 15:06
Thats looking good:thumbsup: , I think in about six months you'll have something very special there. I would be a bit concerned with that nem though they tend to walk even after setling for a long time. It is quit painful to find well grown sps dead when you wake up and take a look in your tank:o . No criticism just a thought.
Cool Tank...Lovin the cinema room idea.....cool dog too!!!!
disco_dave
30-08-07, 16:43
Just read your thread mate, excellent looking tank - very impressive :thumbsup:
Espocrespo
18-11-07, 13:46
More Pics Plz Your Tank Is Ace
wow this a stunning set-up! :cool: :thumbsup:
:drool: Totally stunning what more can i say.:dribble:
Apart from can we have more piccys :please:
Carl
Thank guys I will sort some piccys out asap, just a bit hectic at the moment :(
I can't believe I missed this thread!! Superb build and tank mate. Really well done.
Bill
I've missed this one till now! Great tank, and that coraline alages progressing really nicely. (I probebly missed it, but...) what type of calcium addition are you using? Thanks for all the posts you've made on the thread, and good luck as it grows!
Blub ;)
mrobo770131
20-12-07, 22:51
tank looks gr8 fella this is going to be a tank of the month contender easily
Great build. Can't wait to see it grow out.
Where are the updated pics??? :D :D :whistling:
I've missed this one till now! Great tank, and that coraline alages progressing really nicely. (I probebly missed it, but...) what type of calcium addition are you using? Thanks for all the posts you've made on the thread, and good luck as it grows!
Blub ;)
Currently running a Jetstrem reactor.
Regards Danny
Just checked out the latest pics (sorry bit late) looking great Danny, well done mate.
About time for some updates, many appologies for the crap pictures. Anybody fancy calling round and doing some better one feels free :thumbsup:
I though I would post a couple to show the growth, these pictures were taken 5 months apart....
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/PICT0038.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/hist29-12-07.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/GreenMilli.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/milli.jpg
please be gentle
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/bubble.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/Naso29-12-07.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/pb.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/purple.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/Trig29-12-07.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/right29-12-07.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/Full29-12-07.jpg
Anybody got any feedback good or bad? How do you think I could improve the look.....move rock add rock etc..
Thanks Danny
looks stunning mate,
id just sit back and watch it mature,dont think id do anything else
really clean looking reef,simplistic if thats correct word,its got the wow factor for me,
top job
:applause:
I'm with mark-c- - keep up the maintenance and watch it grow. Should be an absolute cracker IMO. Nicely proportioned tank, good aquascape that sits very well to my eye. Nice to see tangs in a suitable tank!
I would however:
1. put a frame around the tank to hide the edges
2. make some attempt to hide/disguise the closed loop exits - they are very obvious in an otherwise well thought out setup
3. maybe put a background on the tank e.g. hang some blue/black perspex in the rear of the tank. Although you do get a feeling of depth from the photographs I suspect in the flesh it may not look as convincing.
John
I'm with mark-c- - keep up the maintenance and watch it grow. Should be an absolute cracker IMO. Nicely proportioned tank, good aquascape that sits very well to my eye. Nice to see tangs in a suitable tank!
I would however:
1. put a frame around the tank to hide the edges
2. make some attempt to hide/disguise the closed loop exits - they are very obvious in an otherwise well thought out setup
3. maybe put a background on the tank e.g. hang some blue/black perspex in the rear of the tank. Although you do get a feeling of depth from the photographs I suspect in the flesh it may not look as convincing.
John
Thanks for the comments, I hope this answers you questions John?
The tank will be fully enclosed once I finish the cinema room with only access to the tank from behind.
good point with the outlets, I was thinking of using some ricordias or plating SPS put not sure if they will get enough light?
As for the back I have a piece of black and blue film, just can't decide which one to go for.
:thumbsup: Danny
Well, it seems you have all bases covered then! Just enjoy!!
May be worth getting a sheet of black perspex and one of the appropriate blue to help decide which you prefer with them actually in situ. Can always change with a minimum of effort rather than stripping off a film backing.
I'd be inclined to do something creative and fashion a cover out of live rock rubble/milliput to get rid of the "uniform" shape. Can always try some monti frags as they are hardy and are not so demanding of very high light levels although their colour may suffer a bit I guess.
John
A few update pictures. Hope you like
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/sohal/16.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/sohal/13.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/sohal/12.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/sohal/16.jpg
Lukechromis
17-02-08, 18:05
Looking very good. Is that a Sohal tang?:D :D
Is their any chance i can see your whol stocking list.
Thanks,
Luke
See you finally got the Sohal then Danny, he's a stunner :wub:
Looking very good. Is that a Sohal tang?:D :D
Is their any chance i can see your whol stocking list.
Thanks,
Luke
At the mo there is:
Naso Tang
3 YT
PB
Sohal
pair clowns
vlamingi Tang
5 Lyrtail Anthias
See you finally got the Sohal then Danny, he's a stunner :wub:
Yes mate made up with him :dance: He seems to have settled in very well
Loving the tank, you done a superb job. Is it difficult to maintain temperature down in the cellar or is it pretty well insulated, I imagine it being quite cool?
LOVELY SOHAL im looking for one of them at the mo:whistling:
tank looks stunning!! :wub:
DannyW
Lovely looking tank with some fantastic fish.
I noticed the closed loop setup described in the thread but no further details of system setup. Where does skimmer, reactor heaters etc fit in? Do you have a sump positioned below the tank? Any further details would most interesting.
Wow great tank gives us something to aspire to. should look even better when those corals fill out which doesnt look like it'll take long with the growth rate you've got so far.
DannyW
Lovely looking tank with some fantastic fish.
I noticed the closed loop setup described in the thread but no further details of system setup. Where does skimmer, reactor heaters etc fit in? Do you have a sump positioned below the tank? Any further details would most interesting.
Here you go mate, I will try and explain .....
This picture shows the three drains each skimmer is fed by its own 40mm pipe from the main tank. The third one has a slightly higher pipe which runs straight into the sump.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1309.jpg
On this picture you can see my water change tank, this tank is always in the system and is only isolated for water changes which is filled by the white barrel at the side.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1307.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1308.jpg
Here is the sump, very simple setup with LR in the middle compartment.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1304.jpg
The two Deltec returns....
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1305.jpg
End view of the returns
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1311.jpg
As for the heating this is controlled via the IKS and consists of 2x1000 Heaters, the Phosphate reactor sits at the side of the sump....
I hope this helps
:thanks: Danny
Full tank shot as requested :)
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF1262.jpg
thats looking great
Thanks Muzzy, that means a lot :o coming from somebody with a tank like yours.....
I also noticed I got 5 stars :dance: How do you get the rating?
:thanks: Danny
just click on the ratings link next to the thread you want to rate
i think my tank thread only has 3 or 4 :(
3 or 4 for your tank :eek: , do you have to have so many votes before it registers?
no
if one person votes 5 star and you only have one vote, then you have a 5 star rating.
however if two people vote, one votes 2 stars and the other votes 4 stars, your average will be 3
the more people that vote generally the lower the rating goes until it levels out
All down hill then from now on :doh:
DannyW
Thanks for taking the time to answer my previous post.
Tank looks great.
MaidstoneMarine
18-02-08, 22:44
that tank looks sweeet..... :D lovin it lovin it LOVIN IT
Mike hudson
27-03-08, 20:34
looks great.. I have one concern though, which i don't think has been addressed.. and that to do with condensation. How are u coping with the condensation from the tank? Is the ceiling rotting/turning green yet? Is there a fan sucking air out of the room?? mike.
WOW just read from the start and fantastic build mate,looking very nice top marks to you Danny :thumbsup:
The coralline growth on there is incredible. Those reef bones are easily mistakeable for real live rock, well I know they are sort of now, but you know what I mean...
Is this just high levels of calcium that achieve this? I've always struggled to get good purpling on live rock, I think it looks lovely.
Hey wow your tank looks fantastic.
Lol, We moved into a end terrace in hulme, andthe mrs wont even allow me to have a under floor tank fo stingrays..that would be out of the way alltogether!
lol
Anyways fantastic tank.
Job well done.
looks great.. I have one concern though, which i don't think has been addressed.. and that to do with condensation. How are u coping with the condensation from the tank? Is the ceiling rotting/turning green yet? Is there a fan sucking air out of the room?? mike.
Hi Mike.
The condensation is controlled by two humidifier fans which pass through the exterior wall.
:thanks:Danny
WOW just read from the start and fantastic build mate,looking very nice top marks to you Danny :thumbsup:
The coralline growth on there is incredible. Those reef bones are easily mistakeable for real live rock, well I know they are sort of now, but you know what I mean...
Is this just high levels of calcium that achieve this? I've always struggled to get good purpling on live rock, I think it looks lovely.
Thanks Guys..
As for the plating rock I have kept the Calc at 500+ for 12 months to help with the Coraline build up, but what a pain in the arse to clean the glass :rolleyes: I am trying to reduce it at the mo to about 420..
I will update with some pictures later as I am tanking the cellar which is sloooowwww progress.
Danny
Looks a cracking system Danny - well done so far!
John
Well done sir, a credit to you, Loving the Aquascaping, a real nice looking tank.
Not to much has happened with the tank, but I thought I would give you some piccys of how the cinema room is going.....
The Tanking complete...
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/DSCF1385.jpg
18mm T&G chipboard over layed with 12mm ply to allow for a tiled floor..
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1394.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1403.jpg
I have started running speaker cables etc...
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/DSCF1457.jpg
Sorry about the lack of tank shots, but I thought you might like to see the room taking SLOW progress.
Thanks Danny
Hi Danny,
Superb! Just come across this thread and i'm surprised its gone so quiet since May. Keep the pics and info coming mate. Will be good to see Cinema room develop and finish, especially as both rooms play a part in the whole project!
Nice work mate!
Nick.
Norvern Rob
09-07-08, 16:13
Hi Danny,
Superb! Just come across this thread and i'm surprised its gone so quiet since May. Keep the pics and info coming mate. Will be good to see Cinema room develop and finish, especially as both rooms play a part in the whole project!
Nice work mate!
Nick.
The Cinema room build is on www.avforums.com :)
The Cinema room build is on www.avforums.com :)
Why, why, why, did you have to post up that link. I must resist looking anymore, the tank costs enough, and the mrs would kill me if I brought any more AV bits :laugh:
Lovely looking tank by the way :thumbsup:
Hi Danny,
Superb! Just come across this thread and i'm surprised its gone so quiet since May. Keep the pics and info coming mate. Will be good to see Cinema room develop and finish, especially as both rooms play a part in the whole project!
Nice work mate!
Nick.
Here you go Nick, Now just waiting for the plasterer to turn up :rolleyes: Then I will start with the tiling....
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/DSCF1500.jpg
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GSXRnutter
11-07-08, 12:00
WOW...............that is going to be ace, love it, any idea on the final build cost?
Danny its all looking really great, the cinima room and the hole in the wall have been laid out and thought out so well, such great details and clean lines, hope the plastering goes well, you'll need to crank up the dehumidifier!
I love the layout of rock and positioning of your reef, just very pleasing to look at, good balance and natural i guess, just looks right.
Nice work dude:applause:
Here is a test picture of the projector and screen, its a standard DVD as my Blu Ray wasn't here, well impressed with the picture..
:thumbsup:
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1483.jpg
wow! you'll never go out again!!!!!!:laugh:
WOW...............that is going to be ace, love it, any idea on the final build cost?
As I have done all the work myself with some help from friends (electrics etc) and a few bargains from Ebay, it will cost approx £10,000 including all the AV equipment for the cinema room and a additional £2000 for the fish room.
Danny
Danny its all looking really great, the cinima room and the hole in the wall have been laid out and thought out so well, such great details and clean lines, hope the plastering goes well, you'll need to crank up the dehumidifier!
I love the layout of rock and positioning of your reef, just very pleasing to look at, good balance and natural i guess, just looks right.
Nice work dude:applause:
Thanks Mate,
Nice to know people appreciate the work I have put in :) as for the dehumidifier I have one running 24/7, but to be honest its not to bad as I have three windows in the cellar..
Just a bit disappointed with the tank at the mo, I have lost a number of SPS :( which is my own fault as I have neglected it some what due to work commitments, but I am trying to get back on top of it, so fingers crossed...
Danny
wow! you'll never go out again!!!!!!:laugh:
Can't afford too :D
Can't afford too
Ha you've put the project together for great value though, used your noodle mate!
actually i ment dehumidifier when its skimmed (the plaster)! but thats good to know the moisture is ok.
sorry you not quite so happy with the tank at the moment, difficult keeping everything going perfectly when your busy i know
all the best dude
Good idea mate, didn't think about the plaster drying out....
:thanks: Danny
lordvoldemort
11-07-08, 13:24
wow what a system. you should be proud of yourself.
looking good!
:thumbsup::applause::thumbsup::applause::thumbsup: :applause::thumbsup:
Don't know what I love more, the tank or the cinema room - both brilliant!
Screwloose
11-07-08, 14:48
cant believe i missed this one.
i have just done a long catch up :D
very nice bud :thumbsup: and quite local to me too ;)
Great use of space. When does the sofa bed arrive for the cinema room so you never have to leave it?
crystalballs
11-07-08, 22:41
What an great setup you have there :applause::applause:
Just read the post from start to finish and love it.
The aquascaping is very easy and pleasing to the eye. Not too much but enough to give the WOW factor :dance:
Great fish tank, great cinema room and love the dane!!!:thumbsup:
Look forward to watching the tank grow. Will look fantastic!!
incredible!! also just read this from start to finish!!
i struggle to understand the layout of both rooms, would be interesting to see a layout plan over the entire cellar (im nosey lol)
your tank is outstanding!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Screwloose
12-07-08, 21:21
nosey....or a cat burglar :fear: :laugh:
wow! great tank!:thumbsup::worship:
i'd love to have a tank that size and look that good,
suppose i'd better start speaking to the missus nicely:laugh:
incredible!! also just read this from start to finish!!
i struggle to understand the layout of both rooms, would be interesting to see a layout plan over the entire cellar (im nosey lol)
your tank is outstanding!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Very rough but I'm sure it gives you an idea, the black box is the fish tank :o
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/untitled.jpg
scottishreefer
05-08-08, 17:24
Superb set up. Well planned out. Well done. :applause::thumbsup::applause:
Espocrespo
05-08-08, 17:27
Any updates fish tank wise.
excellent set up:thumbsup:
A well over due update. I hope you like the cinema room :thumbsup:
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GSXRnutter
31-08-08, 18:52
I love this, your one lucky fella.
The Reef Master
31-08-08, 18:57
got to agree , looks really smart :thumbsup:
gareth4778
31-08-08, 21:33
Wow looks truely amazing, Things i only dream of. Must have cost a fortune!
Wow looks truely amazing, Things i only dream of. Must have cost a fortune!
Not to bad as I have done all the work myself over a loonnnnnnnnng period of time :(
As this is UR I better but some pictures on of the tanl.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1546.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1577.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/DSCF1576.jpg
not the best pictures but gives an idea.....
Danny
disco_dave
01-09-08, 13:12
Danny lookin really well
mrobo770131
01-09-08, 20:48
lokings boss fella
Magic Beans
01-09-08, 21:53
Looking great! Some serious work involved but the end results are really good.
Nice choice of speakers BTW ;) Running Kef IQ surround setup myself :thumbsup:
scottishreefer
05-10-08, 23:13
Nice looking tank. :thumbsup: Love the aquascaping.:thumbsup: Well done!!
Only just seen this and its spectacular, Well done Danny
Time for some very dodgy pictures :( if anybody wants to pop in and take some I will put the kettle as it does look better in the flesh honest :cool:
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/PICT0106.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/PICT0114.jpg
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WOW! thats stunning, good work! (though imo i think it will be too small for a full grown 2ft vlamangii tnag)
Just read the read all I can say is wow and I'm very jealous.
:worship:woww:worship:that is fricking class
Thanks guys, nice to see all the work appreciated
:thanks: Danny
Screwloose
10-11-08, 20:30
looking sweet bud,,
i can probably nip round one day, i am no david bailey though...lol
hows the echinophelia doin ?
Nev
KRUSTY THE CLOWNfish
10-11-08, 20:31
Tank looks awesome mate http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y204/Bupatih/Smiley/Borat.gif Love the cinema room!!!!! I want one :D
looking sweet bud,,
i can probably nip round one day, i am no david bailey though...lol
hows the echinophelia doin ?
Nev
Hi Nev
Its looking good mate, give me a shout if your ever in Manchester...
:thanks: Danny
Flibidib02
12-11-08, 00:56
Man that has to be one of the best tanks on here right now!
Top Marks!
Like how you've not changed too much either and let it progress.
TOTM?
:)
Me, jealous, no never! :laugh:
Absolutely stunning mate - well done :applause:
very impressed brings back memories keep it up..............
Time for some very dodgy pictures :( if anybody wants to pop in and take some I will put the kettle as it does look better in the flesh honest :cool:
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/PICT0106.jpg
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http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/PICT0043.jpg
I wish i could take "dodgy" pics like these!!!! :D
Superb mate!:applause:
I wish i could take "dodgy" pics like these!!!! :D
Superb mate!:applause:
Well the only way to get the picture quality I am after was to purchase stock pictures....
So I hope you like
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/Pic0015_M1.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/Pic0015_S1.jpg
p.s. Jas gave me permission to post :)
That looks awesome Danny, i'm originally an Urmstonian, i used to live just off Railway road, i miss that area sometimes, lived there for 21 years.
That looks awesome Danny, i'm originally an Urmstonian, i used to live just off Railway road, i miss that area sometimes, lived there for 21 years.
I'm only down the road on Church road, where are you now based?
Danny
what a wonderful setup...in my dreams :-)
can i just as a very depressing question???????
how do your fish deal with all the noise from that giant when most people wont even put their tanks with in 10 feet from a tiny tv
I'm only down the road on Church road, where are you now based?
Danny
I moved up north, too close to Middlesbrough :( LOL
It just gets better and better Danny! It really is a credit to you and your dedication.
It just gets better and better Danny! It really is a credit to you and your dedication.
Thanks Keith, some of the credit is down to you :worship: for building me a nice tank..
Danny
can i just as a very depressing question???????
how do your fish deal with all the noise from that giant when most people wont even put their tanks with in 10 feet from a tiny tv
The clowns don't like anything with sharks in, I have to wait until they have gone to bed before I watch Sharks Tale :whistling:
As for the volume I didn't think fish have ears?????? :)
Here are some long over updates (mainly of the cinema room to see the whole project) :)
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/PICT0167.jpg
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Thanks Danny
FAN FLIPPING TASTIC ive been watching this and now im not sure what i want most = the tank or the cinema room. Well done, just wished i had a room like that:thumbsup: P.S love the K E F set up
stunning conversion.
out of interest, what can you watch on the big screen? does it show normal tv and sky etc or do you have to buy/rent special films for it..
stunning conversion.
out of interest, what can you watch on the big screen? does it show normal tv and sky etc or do you have to buy/rent special films for it..
Hi mate,
Everything goes through the amp, so I can watch sky, normal TV and Blu Rays via the PS3...But I only tend to watch sport and films on the Projector and use the Plasma for normal tv..
Thanks Danny
sod the tv and the tank....is that glove and pic signed by the only true 'greatest'?
....if so...is that an actual fight glove?
:)
....set up looks great btw!
:thumbsup:
Looks fantastic! :applause:
Really like the old skool radiators.....:thumbsup:
Steve_bham
27-12-08, 22:11
Wicked setup, bet your well chuffed.
i think you've set a new standard, not only building a marine tank, but building a room to match as well!!!:thumbsup:
mrobo770131
28-12-08, 10:57
stick a film on then lol
stick a film on then lol
:D what would you like Batman????
wow....great room...beautiful reef!
mrobo770131
11-01-09, 14:44
got to be nemo for the kids lol
Been to see Danny today and the pictures do not do his tank justice! A credit to you!
Been to see Danny today and the pictures do not do his tank justice! A credit to you!
Nice to see you today and thank you for the nice comments, welcome anytime :thumbsup:..
:) Danny
Jungleking
23-02-09, 00:59
Just seen this love the tank and cinema room who choose the wallpaper and is that an original radiator or a refurb as it really does fit in with the feel of the room.:thumbsup::applause::worship:
Just seen this love the tank and cinema room who choose the wallpaper and is that an original radiator or a refurb as it really does fit in with the feel of the room.:thumbsup::applause::worship:
I don't get much choice with the wallpaper, I just do the donkey work of hanging it :annoyed: as for the Radiator it is a cast reproduction and bloody heavy, I had to get help lifting that one into place
Thanks for the comments Danny
Jungleking
23-02-09, 13:54
But hanging wallpaper is a good skill in it's own right
Some Tank updates. Hope you like :)
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/PICT0015.jpg
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adamgreen240
28-02-09, 16:16
looks stunning!!
chrisandlinzi
28-02-09, 16:42
amazing
My god...im another "cant believe i missed this one" person.
Im absolutely stunned by it mate, its got to be everything that 99% of the people on this site would want. Its amazing mate, fair play to you!
One day, when im about 60, i might be able to afford something like this. Then ill be wheeling you in to do the designing hahaha
My god...im another "cant believe i missed this one" person.
Im absolutely stunned by it mate, its got to be everything that 99% of the people on this site would want. Its amazing mate, fair play to you!
One day, when im about 60, i might be able to afford something like this. Then ill be wheeling you in to do the designing hahaha
Thanks mate for the very nice comments :o
Time for some updates, what do you think? good or bad...
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF3833.jpg
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very very nice indeed!!! :cool:
Halfsleeve
26-03-09, 08:24
Gorgeous, is that a pink hystrix in your last piccy (more orange than pink).
Gorgeous, is that a pink hystrix in your last piccy (more orange than pink).
A funny one, started of more green but looks like its going more pink over time. Don't know why maybe lighting?
great photo's. what camera are you using?
great photo's. what camera are you using?
Its a old Fuji F30 :thumbsup:
quality lookg tank, from the exterior to the corals and fish. spot on imo
Here are some long over updates (mainly of the cinema room to see the whole project) :)
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/cinema/PICT0169.jpg
Thanks Danny
Great movie room and even greater movie? 'A bridge too far' me thinks.
Has this got tank of the month before?
If not, WHY?
Looks AMAZING!!!! congratulations!
must be quite a conversation starter!!
rafapepa
matt harvey
07-04-09, 03:41
Has this got tank of the month before?
If not, WHY?
he musnt be one of the boys :whistling:
You must never get bored in this house!
bristol_rich
15-04-09, 22:47
Danny awsome tank bud, any chance of a FTS with no flash and just the tank lights on, really like the edge less look of the tank:thumbsup:
Danny awsome tank bud, any chance of a FTS with no flash and just the tank lights on, really like the edge less look of the tank:thumbsup:
Thanks mate, will sort some out for you :)
marvandgoldie
16-04-09, 08:29
Just read this thread and wow :thumbsup:
Cracking tank and cracking cinema room, well done mate :applause:
CRUSTYCLAM
10-05-09, 00:17
Fantastic tank, will be asking you for lots of help (although you already know that!)
lukeeee1990
19-05-09, 21:58
Truly inspiring read Danny! I did stumble across a couple of requests for people to come and take some "decent pics"?? not that the ones you have taken aren't all ready but i'm would be happy to help...does this sound like an excuse to come and see the tank in the flesh? :whistling: haha
great movie room too, well done mate!
tangman123
20-05-09, 13:53
wow what a great tank, get more pics up tho :D
Awesome truly awesome :worship:
Slight side question... but.... how do you find your acoustics with your marble floor?
And, have you checked if yous BASS vibrates the tank water? ;)
cdurkin100
20-05-09, 16:08
Wow
Slight side question... but.... how do you find your acoustics with your marble floor?
And, have you checked if yous BASS vibrates the tank water? ;)
Not checked if the bass vibrates the water yet, but you have given me an idea :whistling:
as for the floor I have found it very good, but as this is the first time I have ever done anything like this I don't have much to compare it with.
:D
Truly inspiring read Danny! I did stumble across a couple of requests for people to come and take some "decent pics"?? not that the ones you have taken aren't all ready but i'm would be happy to help...does this sound like an excuse to come and see the tank in the flesh? :whistling: haha
great movie room too, well done mate!
Are you local mate?
wow what a great tank, get more pics up tho :D
Awesome truly awesome :worship:
Wow
Thanks guys, glad you like it. I will have to sort some more piccys out :thumbsup:
lukeeee1990
20-05-09, 17:35
[QUOTE=DannyW;2615217]Are you local mate?
local is in on the same island? yes....local as in manchester? no lol...next time i'm in manchest i will let you know tho i would love to see this tank! again, awesome build and thread mate! :thumbsup:
[quote=DannyW;2615217]Are you local mate?
local is in on the same island? yes....local as in manchester? no lol...next time i'm in manchest i will let you know tho i would love to see this tank! again, awesome build and thread mate! :thumbsup:
no problem mate, just give me a shout :)
stunning tank the best i seen for ages looks better then dave saxbys from d&d site love the whole set and the cinma room is the best i seen for a few years beeing a builder myself
have a free bump to
regards jamie
Looking great Danny, will look even better once it's grown in some more! :D
Jeff.
Inspirational!! Got me thinking........and spending!:laugh:
What a tank and room, love it.
Congrats pal!
Not checked if the bass vibrates the water yet, but you have given me an idea :whistling:
.....
Well? :D
Long over due updates, have had some issues with water levels and lost a couple of colonies :(. Everything seems to be picking back up, so fingers crossed just need to get some growth.
The first three are new (bargain) additions the Efflo is around 7", only been in a couple of days and already starting to coluor up :thumbsup:
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http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF4094.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF4103.jpg
very happy with the tips of this one...
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/DSCF4096.jpg
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Some more including FTS...
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/Picture161.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/Picture163.jpg
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http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/Picture156.jpg
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http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j154/dannywilding/tank/Picture122.jpg
PORN!!!! I love the whole basement. I wish i had the money to do this kinda project! I am considering not hving kids so i can afford a tank like that :lol:
Amazing build! I've recently just bought a victorian house in manchester and had planned to do exactly the same. Unfortantely my basement is about 6ft in height unlike yours which looks to be the full 8ft am i right? Did you tank the whole of the basement, how much effort and cost was that if you dont mind?
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