DIY Lid/Canopy for my 50 gal aquarium?

Meg227 · #1 08-07-2011, 04:38 PM

I just bought a 50 gal aquarium but it didn't come with a lid..

so I decided to make my own! The only problem is I really am not good at building things. So I need TONS of help. Does anyone know of a good tutorial or video on how to build an aquarium hood/lid/canopy thing? I don't really care what it looks like as long as it keeps whatever animal I decide to get inside the aquarium haha

Thanks in advance!

intelsuit · #2 08-14-2011, 06:37 PM

hey go check out the following link. At some point in the build he explains how he makes the lid tight with silicone.
jgrimmier's Channel - YouTube

Hope it helps.
The other thing you can do is search online for rubber hinges for glass. then measure the exact size of your top and get with a local cutter in your area like a hardware store or glass shop. I would have them cut a few pieces to fit in the space allowing for the rubber hinge space as well.