refugium

[sergifed91]

Im torn between making my own refugium on my next tank or buying a premade one from a LFS. which I believe they carry eshopps refugiums. recommendations. or would it be smarter to just use a 20 long that I have sitting around unused?

 

[Troy V]

Not knowing the length of your DT. I would go with as big as you can. It is incredibly easy to make your own baffles. I just went to a glass company and they cut the pieces for me. That way you can make the compartments any size you want. On mine I used a standard 75g and I made a 22"x18" refugium that drains into the center chamber housing the return pump and skimmer. You could easily do this on a smaller scale for under $50 with silicone. Good luck with your addition!

 

[Irishman]

I would go with making your own. I get more satisfaction when making my own stuff for my tank when I do.

 

[DesertReefT4r]

I have made mine own, 20L with MM baffle kit.

 

[lavoisier]

Your asking DIYers, so of course we say, "Make your own" and buy more livestock!