DIY canopy

[michaelf1478]

I have started a 40gal breeder build, I have almost completed my stand just got to put some trim and doors on it. I'm at the point now where I'm making plans for a canopy but can't seem to find any plans for dummies any where. Anyone know off a good site to look at??

 

[jbdreefs]

Have you tried YouTube?

 

[nickh06]

I just built one, check it out on my build thread. Endless possibilities but I used 2x2's and skinned it with 3/4" cabinet grade pine

 

[porpoiseaquatics]

If you can build the stand...the canopy should be a piece of cake! Go to any LFS that stock stands and canopies to get a look at how they're made. Fairly simple and straight forward. I had an old build thread on a canopy but I don't think it still has the pictures attached. Basically built it from 2 x 2's with a skin of 1/4" cabinet grade plywood. The top was made of regular 1x material. All the components came from Lowe's. Piano hinge the front for full access and you're done!

 

[michaelf1478]

When I wrap it with the plywood do I cut the plywood where it will cover up the trim on the tank or cut it flush with the 2×2?

 

[porpoiseaquatics]

the 2 x 2 frame for the canopy is the same size as the tank frame. When you cover that, it will give you 1/4" play. On the outside, you use standard moldings for the corners, etc.

 

[jbdreefs]

 

[michaelf1478]

Ok I got it now. Thank you all for the help. Hopefully it turns out good.

 

[grouper therapy]

Use 3/4" plywood

 

[grouper therapy]

How high do you want it? I will do a basic drawing for you if you like.

 

[djatl]

I came across a couple of canopy calculators on garf.org recently.

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