Plywood diy aquarium

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    I would like to know if here is shops in cape town that sell waterproofing adn sealant that i can use on a plywood tank?



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    Corners get done with Fibreglass and resin and pond sealer for the whole tank inside.

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    Yes just like DIY king does it.
    But where do i source the pond sealer? Because i tried a few LFS and I can't price it.
    Any place in Cape Town I could give a try?

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    Builders warehouse or try your local pool shops

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    Didn't think about builders. Now I can budget.
    Thanks alot

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    When i built my plywood aquarium i used Marine Epoxy paint. I also had to buy a base epoxy to paint the timber before i applied the Marine Epoxy. I used Technipaint in East London.

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    What was the price? Builders priced me 1300 for 5l of duram durupond (all i need)

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    About the same price. But this was 4ish years ago. Give them a call and get pricing. Might be cheaper might be more expensive.
     
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    Won't hurt to call. How was the application? Any mixing involve? Or is it just the painting.

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    Both were 2 part, so yes mixing was involved. Work in well aired area and in the shade, as the epoxy will bubble in hot direct sun. Gets very hot.
     
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    I will see if the durupond is easier

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