Where to buy an aquascape tank in the U.S. ?

40 gallon breeder; 36x18x16. Very nice dimensions for aquascaping, and you can find them in most big box stores or get a LFS to order one in if they don' thave it.

 

Sounds like you're pretty stuck. If you can't negotiate the floor space for the 40 breeder you're probably doing the custom tank routine Alternately, the only other option I can think of is the sterilite containers but then you won't really be able to see into them very well. Rolling your own tank isn't particularly difficult, but doing it in an aesthetically pleasing way is the tricky part that requires technique I know someone had a 5 gallon tank that was essentially a half height 10 gallon tank, but it's a special order job and isn't going to give you the dimensions you want either. You could maybe do a plywood tank. That should cut down on the amount of glass you need to worry about and you could even have a nice picture frame effect. I'm not sure on the paint needed to seal it, but the monster fish keeper site would be a good place to start. Still, you could conceivably be looking at only one sheet of glass to do this. You might even be able to get a 16 inch "tall" U shape of acryllic made and lay that on its side. Then you just make the back and bottom of the tank and you only need to seal 4 seams. Two at the back, and two at the bottom. That'll be a custom job and likely expensive but they might be able to fuse 3 panels together for the same effect for you.

I also know some people get fiberglass tubs and cut windows into the sides, but if you can't get the space for a 40 Breeder you're not likely to pass the Wife Acceptance Factor for a fiberglass tub which will be "aesthetically disadvantaged" at best.

Maybe get the 40 breeder and then have it cut down maybe? I'd see if a local glass shop can do that for you though. You'll have to rebuild it though, or have someone else do it. OTOH, it WILL be rimless at that point which could look nice. Or you could cut the rim down as well to put it back on for some additional corner reinforcement.

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Looks like 30x18x12 for the 30 gallon breeder, although I see several references to 36x18x12. I'm not sure which is correct. Based on what he's got available I'm not sure either would work, but IME usually once you've got the item you'll find a way to make it fit. If it's 30 inches you might get away with the extra 6 inches. If it's 36" long then you may as well go with the 40 breeder since you're looking at the same footprint, just shorter.

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Perfecto has a 56 gal Column that has a 30" x 18" footprint and it is 24" tall. Pet Smart also carries an aquarium and stand combo in this size.

You asked about MarineDepot.com. They are a very good company to order from. They have a huge selection and now they price match. They also have a catalog that they will mail you.

 

i've seen this site and like what they offer. I have thought about purchasing a tank from here, but recently my brother gave me an old 55 gallon, so that is my next project. A lot of options to choose from. http://www.glasscages.com/