Perfect man. I'm about to put a 6 feet long tank together that doesn't have trim. I was thinking on ways to make a trim and you just answered it for me. Your the best man. Keep up the amazing work you do for this hobby
How do you determine if the black trim on top of the tank is structural or just visual, or is it just common that all trim is just "visual" for holding a cover?
I think we also can use shower room glass door plastic protection edge. Don't even need to silicone it and easy to replace. Anyway I m waiting for your next project! You are the king Joey!
I like the smaller look for a trim, I really have never really liked having trim on tank but I know that they need t He support this a nice way to make them smaller to cover the edge of the glass thank Joey.
I just acquired an older 90-gallon aquarium ($40 - huge score!) that needs a good cleaning and trim repair/replacement (holds water perfectly). Haven't made up my mind yet if I want to go with another tank for fish or do a reptile enclosure. Either way, this was a huge help!
I was going to have a little moan about how short your videos are becoming... However you pack so much information in and you are so clear, they really don't need to be much longer. Keep up the good work Joey!
This is perfect for my situation. I have an old school 90 gallon tank with really thick glass. The trim is cracked on the top and bottom and I doubt I can find a factory set of trims for it. I'll be using your solution! Thanks Joey
I always appreciate the economy of your projects. A lot of do-it-yourself articles or videos I see on the web for everything from cooking to home renovation toss off dollar amounts for supplies as if spending $100 here and there were nothing. I think it's particularly important for aquarists--especially freshwater aquarists--who seem to be perpetually strapped financially. I don't know if people who are financially inept are just attracted to the hobby, or if the hobby is such a distraction that even if you were well off before you started, you end up below the poverty line after keeping fish for a few years. Or maybe it's just that a lot of the people who keep aquaria are minors who don't bring in a regular paycheck. In any case, I love the way you always present truly economical (and often environmentally responsible) solutions to common fish-keeping problems. Thanks! Dave
You make it seem easy. This is something I have to do. But I'll wait for the future video. My trim cracked last time I cleaned the tank. So it's been sitting, waiting for me to do this. But mine has a brace in the center. So I am patiently waiting. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I was on the verge of duct taping it today!
Really love your channel. Me and a friend are starting our own custom tank and aquascaping company and this really gives ideas on ways to make things a little differently.
An Elite aquarium was given to me with the lid but the way it's made I cannot put light in it. And as the model is made, the lid is the part with the trim. That is really interesting in order to reuse the tank with a more modern lid! Thank you very much for this!
I dont mind it on bigger tanks, but 55gal and under is all the same size. (until you get to the 10-15gal range and it gets smaller) I think it should be rated based on the height of the tank.
First thought: I thought the main function of that part was that of a brace to hold down the aquarium glass in place. Second thought: you can use aluminum. Some window manufacturers (at least in Mexico) will provide them with a wooden-like paint, even with a little bit of texture. Of course, it`s quite an extra buck.
I watched all of your videos even the one about the algae I think that was cool how you made that it helped someone I know to grow it for there shrimps tank. Anyway your videos helped me with a lot of projects I'm working on. Thanks
Can't wait to see how to do bracing. I bought a used 55 gallon from a friend and it's been up and running for 5 months now but the center bracing is broken. I would really like to know how to replace it. Great videos btw and I've built a few of the things I've seen from you with ease and at low cost thanks to your videos.
I just picked up a 75g. The trim is scratched and looks awful, and the center brace is broken. Can I use this method to make a new one? Assuming I get some stronger/thicker plastic or other material? The tank will be for turtles, so it wont be completely filled like it would be with fish. Would this method still had some security to keep it bowing out at all?
I have a 55 gallon tank and the BOTTOM trim is broken off on one corner and cracked in several places. it also has a support piece in the middle. Can I use this method to replace it, or should I buy real trim and put it on since it has to support & brace the tank?
joey, I have a old glass 75 gallon tank with wood trim. now as I was moving the bottom corner trim got caught on something & now ripped off. how do I repair that part of my tank. I'm worried it'll leak if I leave it like that.
hi if anyone can help please help me out. I have a 55 gallon tank and the brace is missing a piece so how can I fix it. or can I order a new trim? it's 48" × 12" 3/4 × 21"
u knw what bro.... your a genius...... greatt job...... u saved a lott of my money..... thank you..... :) keep posting great ideas like these..... :) cheers....
How about just using enough painters tape. then fold a 2 inch strip of fiberglass cloth over the top edge and resin it when it hardens paint it and silicone in place remove the tape of course.
how much weight will this style of trim hold? I need to retrim my bearded dragon tank. The light's are sitting on a lid that rests on the inner lip of the frame.
Do you need to have the trim on your aquarium if it comes with it? For example i have a 20 gallon long and would like to know if i could just take it off or if it serves further purpose as to brace the aquarium? Thanks keep it up, love the videos
Hi Joey, I was wondering if you can change the trim on the bottom of the tank the same way. I just bought a used 40 gallon hexagon and the trim is in pretty bad shape. If I just change the top, it won't match the bottom piece. Can I change both? Thanks!
I have an older aquarium that is 72" long X 18" wide X 24" Tall. It doesnt have a bracer and the top trim is broken and ugly can I take off the trim and leave it off with out hurting my tanks support.
I have a 90 gallon. And I want to take off the top edge trim. I'm looking for anyone who thinks this might be a bad idea to tell me why. I've heard the water weight causes glass to flex yadayadayada... is this the case or not because I can deal with a style if it means my fish aren't on the floor. Otherwise it will look 1000× better.
I have built my aquarium of 18',45,10 inch . your 3d background design is awesome. Can you advice what will be fish and background will be suitable form me..
My 120 gallon tank needs to be replaced both the top and bottom. Where can I get a 60" frame? Am I correct this size tank requires a center brace on the top?
I have a 55 gallon tank that needs a new top side frame. Is the frame necessary for support? Or is it only to hold the lid and protect the edge of the glass? (also aesthetic)
Ok, so I found your video on BRACING. LOL But I'm slow- My aquarium is 48" x 12.5", glass. So am I correct at saying that I don't actually need a brace?
Razor blade from the bottom on the inside and out, wiggle it around quite a bit and it should just come off, if not try something like 2 rulers to push up on both sides that same place you ran the razor blades. Do that around the perimeter and you will almost certainly be able to get it off
My trimming on a 60 gallon is getting old and should be replaced, it does not stay in contact with lip of tank..This is a real easy and cheap way to replace the older trim.
Hi joey really love your idea what I have wanted to do for years is to buy stainless steel and make a vintage looking metalframe tank like how they made in the 60s and 70s and even befor then do you have any suggestions on how to do that it be much appreciated have always loved the way to old vintage tanks looked there just so expensive to buy but might be a lot easier to try to make my own with stainless steel trim or chrome type I'm just not sure what's the best stuff to use for that have to attempt to try this any suggestions would be a big help thank you and I enjoy your videos a lot you tought me come up with my own ideas and other things for tanks you have a lot of talent joey
So basically this kind of plastic trim will have no effect on improving the strength of the walls (Giving a little more of "Hold") of the aquarium due that they are "plastic" and were cut off, I'd guess it is only for aesthetic purposes.
I always thought that a reinforced (at the corners) bottom and top trim was the full support of an aquarium and that glass glued in of itself was not strong enough to support all that pressure of water at the seams.
You would most likely have to brace it before the trim, and the tank must be empty for bracing. After that then yes, this stuff is SUPER flexible and could easily bend to the shape of your bowfront
I have a 125g without a brace and no trim, I wouldn't be able to do trim like this because my tank bows on the front and back. It's on a second floor too haha
Perfect man. I'm about to put a 6 feet long tank together that doesn't have trim. I was thinking on ways to make a trim and you just answered it for me. Your the best man. Keep up the amazing work you do for this hobby
How do you determine if the black trim on top of the tank is structural or just visual, or is it just common that all trim is just "visual" for holding a cover?
I think we also can use shower room glass door plastic protection edge. Don't even need to silicone it and easy to replace.
Anyway I m waiting for your next project!
You are the king Joey!
No wonder you're The King Of DIY! Very clean and simple.
I should be called "the hard to please aquarist".. i dont like anything unless its exactly what i want. haha
Nothing wrong with that!
The king of DIY I didn't understand why u trimmed on side off at the start do u have to do that??
so the trim doesn't hold the tank together? if its coming up then theres no real danger? I'm so confused.lol
I like the smaller look for a trim, I really have never really liked having trim on tank but I know that they need t
He support this a nice way to make them smaller to cover the edge of the glass thank Joey.
I just acquired an older 90-gallon aquarium ($40 - huge score!) that needs a good cleaning and trim repair/replacement (holds water perfectly). Haven't made up my mind yet if I want to go with another tank for fish or do a reptile enclosure. Either way, this was a huge help!
Simple, easy, great weekend project
I thought so too Nick.
I was going to have a little moan about how short your videos are becoming... However you pack so much information in and you are so clear, they really don't need to be much longer. Keep up the good work Joey!
Long videos dont do so well on youtube unfortunately. Short ones like this get the point across though as long as i pack them with information. ;)
*****
Indeed. Hence why I decided not to moan :)
Now, hurry up and upload another one ;)
dannybizal Every sunday! ;)
Missed this guy and his DIYs
This is perfect for my situation. I have an old school 90 gallon tank with really thick glass. The trim is cracked on the top and bottom and I doubt I can find a factory set of trims for it. I'll be using your solution! Thanks Joey
This is a really good idea! Never thought of using shelving edging! Once again, you have enlightened me sir!
Glad to have done so.
Where to buy these?
I always appreciate the economy of your projects. A lot of do-it-yourself articles or videos I see on the web for everything from cooking to home renovation toss off dollar amounts for supplies as if spending $100 here and there were nothing.
I think it's particularly important for aquarists--especially freshwater aquarists--who seem to be perpetually strapped financially. I don't know if people who are financially inept are just attracted to the hobby, or if the hobby is such a distraction that even if you were well off before you started, you end up below the poverty line after keeping fish for a few years. Or maybe it's just that a lot of the people who keep aquaria are minors who don't bring in a regular paycheck.
In any case, I love the way you always present truly economical (and often environmentally responsible) solutions to common fish-keeping problems.
Thanks!
Dave
Dave, thank you for taking the time to write me such a thoughtful complement. I Read it twice! ;)
How would you do a bottom trim that's broken? Do I need the bottom trim?
You make it seem easy. This is something I have to do. But I'll wait for the future video. My trim cracked last time I cleaned the tank. So it's been sitting, waiting for me to do this. But mine has a brace in the center. So I am patiently waiting.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I was on the verge of duct taping it today!
Next video will be perfect for you then.
i used duck tape for a trim for my kids tank but it was princess and marvel printed tape looks cool but as for bracing i tried it but didnt like it
Really love your channel. Me and a friend are starting our own custom tank and aquascaping company and this really gives ideas on ways to make things a little differently.
Thanks Bill. and good luck!
An Elite aquarium was given to me with the lid but the way it's made I cannot put light in it. And as the model is made, the lid is the part with the trim. That is really interesting in order to reuse the tank with a more modern lid! Thank you very much for this!
I agree the stock trim on most small tanks is way to large.
Thanks for another awesome video will for sure be doing this on a few tanks.
I dont mind it on bigger tanks, but 55gal and under is all the same size. (until you get to the 10-15gal range and it gets smaller) I think it should be rated based on the height of the tank.
First thought: I thought the main function of that part was that of a brace to hold down the aquarium glass in place.
Second thought: you can use aluminum. Some window manufacturers (at least in Mexico) will provide them with a wooden-like paint, even with a little bit of texture. Of course, it`s quite an extra buck.
Not a bad idea for cheap, good looking trim. Personally, I'd make the trim more fancy, but for the DIYer on a budget, this would work wonderfully :)
A good introduction to a trim anyways.
Am going to be picking up a 90 gallon with the brown trim this will work great
I watched all of your videos even the one about the algae I think that was cool how you made that it helped someone I know to grow it for there shrimps tank. Anyway your videos helped me with a lot of projects I'm working on. Thanks
No problem Quinton. Glad you enjoy them.
I love how Canadian you sound... it's great
Cool How To Joey! I think the trim looks nice.
Thanks Brian.
good idea flipping it on the inside. Nice work
Thanks Ricky
Can't wait to see how to do bracing. I bought a used 55 gallon from a friend and it's been up and running for 5 months now but the center bracing is broken. I would really like to know how to replace it. Great videos btw and I've built a few of the things I've seen from you with ease and at low cost thanks to your videos.
***** That's next Sunday's video. I actually just started editing it tonight.
I just picked up a 75g. The trim is scratched and looks awful, and the center brace is broken. Can I use this method to make a new one? Assuming I get some stronger/thicker plastic or other material? The tank will be for turtles, so it wont be completely filled like it would be with fish. Would this method still had some security to keep it bowing out at all?
Great DIY on trim. Thanks, Joey.
Your welcome. Thanks for stopping in.
Cool way to do it and not expensive either.
Exactly!
5ft x 1.5ft × 2ft.. L×B×H...12mm glass. Should we use bracing in bottom or only top center & side bracing will work good ?
How do you make the sliding lid? Can u give me ur link to the video if u have one.
I have a 55 gallon tank and the BOTTOM trim is broken off on one corner and cracked in several places. it also has a support piece in the middle. Can I use this method to replace it, or should I buy real trim and put it on since it has to support & brace the tank?
joey, I have a old glass 75 gallon tank with wood trim. now as I was moving the bottom corner trim got caught on something & now ripped off. how do I repair that part of my tank. I'm worried it'll leak if I leave it like that.
Ok I seen that one didn't know that one can help. Thanks
Great video! What can you do if you don't want a trim on your DIY tank but you need a lip for a lid?
hi if anyone can help please help me out. I have a 55 gallon tank and the brace is missing a piece so how can I fix it. or can I order a new trim? it's 48" × 12" 3/4 × 21"
Where can I find the video for bracing?
So how do you redo the bottom trim?
I just got a 210 gallon aquarium but the bottom trim noods to be replaced, is it a hard thing to do?, and where can I go to get just the trim
u knw what bro.... your a genius...... greatt job...... u saved a lott of my money..... thank you..... :) keep posting great ideas like these..... :) cheers....
What happens if my cat tries to sleep on it?? Ive got the old style hood that is now broken and bowed from overheating due to my pain in the butt cat
How about just using enough painters tape. then fold a 2 inch strip of fiberglass cloth over the top edge and resin it when it hardens paint it and silicone in place remove the tape of course.
how much weight will this style of trim hold? I need to retrim my bearded dragon tank. The light's are sitting on a lid that rests on the inner lip of the frame.
Your trim is strictly decorative, not structural. Do you have a vid on constructing a structural support frame?
yes, definitely not structural
Do you need to have the trim on your aquarium if it comes with it? For example i have a 20 gallon long and would like to know if i could just take it off or if it serves further purpose as to brace the aquarium? Thanks keep it up, love the videos
Just removed the trim on my 75 gallon. Do i need to add bracing?
if the trim you removed had a brace bar, then you will need to add bracing.
Is it safe to remove the trim on a 30g long and leave it without a brace?
Hi Joey,
I was wondering if you can change the trim on the bottom of the tank the same way. I just bought a used 40 gallon hexagon and the trim is in pretty bad shape. If I just change the top, it won't match the bottom piece. Can I change both?
Thanks!
in this vid you show a tank with a center divider for the sliding top ; what did you use to make that divider ???
Hey joey I need help on trim that also acts as bracing
How did you build the lid for that aquarium?
Glad to see your arm is better and goid vid buddy
Thanks Richard. Healed fast!
You gave a solution to me. Kudos 😎😎😎
What filter would u recommend for a 300 gallon tank, diy or store bought?
Can you do the same with the bottom trim or are you concerned about messing with it's supporting features?
Hello! I need to replace both the trim and brace on my 125 gal. Do I silicon the glass brace underneath the trim? TIA! absolutely love your videos!
So you let the corners overlap? is this okay for a bottom trim too?
What did use for the trim thx you
Will this trim work on a 240 gallon tank
What material can I use to make bottom frame. 60'' x 24'' x 24''
i have a 20gal long that has trim on top, is it safe to remove it to get that rimless look?
Yes
What did you use to Bruce it?
I have an older aquarium that is 72" long X 18" wide X 24" Tall. It doesnt have a bracer and the top trim is broken and ugly can I take off the trim and leave it off with out hurting my tanks support.
It depends how thick the glass is and how solid the silicone work is.
Nice video, I'm going to do this for my fluval chi I'm modifying.
Good tank to do it on.
Yeah, it kinda sucks they don't make different lids for them.
I have a 90 gallon. And I want to take off the top edge trim. I'm looking for anyone who thinks this might be a bad idea to tell me why. I've heard the water weight causes glass to flex yadayadayada... is this the case or not because I can deal with a style if it means my fish aren't on the floor. Otherwise it will look 1000× better.
Where u get the trim
Are there any alternatives to keeping the glass canopy up?
great work
I have built my aquarium of 18',45,10 inch . your 3d background design is awesome. Can you advice what will be fish and background will be suitable form me..
My 120 gallon tank needs to be replaced both the top and bottom. Where can I get a 60" frame? Am I correct this size tank requires a center brace on the top?
I’m looking for the same trim did you have any luck
Nice project as always.
Thanks for tuning in.
Just wondering about a way to do the center brace on larger tanks if needed. Thanks and watch those digits, man!!
That's actually next weeks video. ;)
thank you so much I'm looking for this
No problem
I love good trim.....
or door edge guards if you didn't want an inside lip but wanted to protect the bare glass instead of going full rimless.
Good idea. I seen a ton of options at the hardware store as well. Lots of materials that could be used.
Is it safe to do this on a acrylic tank?
I have a 55 gallon tank that needs a new top side frame. Is the frame necessary for support? Or is it only to hold the lid and protect the edge of the glass? (also aesthetic)
Ok, so I found your video on BRACING. LOL But I'm slow- My aquarium is 48" x 12.5", glass. So am I correct at saying that I don't actually need a brace?
yayyyyyy , thank you so much for this !
i have a 40 breeder from petco $1 /gallon sale and its currently filled.. do you think the trim can be removed while it is up and running ?
It could yes, but not a good idea at all. The panes on the tank are already under a ton of stress. Safer to do it empty.
I cannot for the life of me remove the trim from my 40gal tank. what am I doing wrong?
Razor blade from the bottom on the inside and out, wiggle it around quite a bit and it should just come off, if not try something like 2 rulers to push up on both sides that same place you ran the razor blades. Do that around the perimeter and you will almost certainly be able to get it off
My trimming on a 60 gallon is getting old and should be replaced, it does not stay in contact with lip of tank..This is a real easy and cheap way to replace the older trim.
Indeed! Good luck Adam!
I love you man thank you millions. 👍👍👍
Such epic music!
How did you get it off so easy
Neat work dude
What was that tool you use to remove the trim so easily. I tried to remove trim from a 20 gallon and broke one of the side glass
it looks a lot like a metal paint scraper but i'm not completely sure.
Dude you and the FliteTest CZcamsrs are the best are you Brothers or so..?
I just have one request I need a DIY under gravel filter to help with maintenance my tank is deep and a pain in the butt to clean. Thank You
I have a video on undergravel jets. That will help.
did a great job on explaining! I even subed! Any more tips for breeding discus?
Thanks. Perhaps in the future if i get back into breeding i will do a video.
Hi joey really love your idea what I have wanted to do for years is to buy stainless steel and make a vintage looking metalframe tank like how they made in the 60s and 70s and even befor then do you have any suggestions on how to do that it be much appreciated have always loved the way to old vintage tanks looked there just so expensive to buy but might be a lot easier to try to make my own with stainless steel trim or chrome type I'm just not sure what's the best stuff to use for that have to attempt to try this any suggestions would be a big help thank you and I enjoy your videos a lot you tought me come up with my own ideas and other things for tanks you have a lot of talent joey
If your trim will not be in contact with the water. they sell chrome style paints at the auto supply stores in different colors (Chrome, Gold)
ok cool thank you mark I will look into that if I try that I will let you know how it comes out
So basically this kind of plastic trim will have no effect on improving the strength of the walls (Giving a little more of "Hold") of the aquarium due that they are "plastic" and were cut off, I'd guess it is only for aesthetic purposes.
I always thought that a reinforced (at the corners) bottom and top trim was the full support of an aquarium and that glass glued in of itself was not strong enough to support all that pressure of water at the seams.
Trim is just for aesthetics most of the time. I'll cover bracing next week though.
***** cant wait :)
well, that's simply awesome :0
Thanks Ray
Is this possible with a 72 gallon Bowfront?
You would most likely have to brace it before the trim, and the tank must be empty for bracing. After that then yes, this stuff is SUPER flexible and could easily bend to the shape of your bowfront
I have a 125g without a brace and no trim, I wouldn't be able to do trim like this because my tank bows on the front and back.
It's on a second floor too haha
Brace it first, then add a trim if you like. Next week i am doing bracing.
Hi Joey, Most of us like the rimless look. Nice video though
Indeed. I don't like a trim on the tanks i build, but it really depends on the tank. With that said, more people have a tank trim than not.
nice video
Thank you.
What happened to your arm bud? Great vid BTW. Black trim can be boring at times.
Cut it badly a few weeks ago. All good now.
***** as long as its all good;) had me worried there
For trim, im using electrical tape. Masking tape is fine too
Plz do a fish room vid tnks
Maybe in a few months when it makes sense to work into a video, but i stick to DIY projects.
***** cool and tnks for replying
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