bdhough: I spent a hell of a lot longer than I thought I would building it. But I can honestly say, I did not cut one single corner. Seriously, I took my time and did everything right, using only the best of materials.
We just had a baby in fact
He's 2 months old now, and he loves the tank. Nothing can calm a crying baby like a 1700 gal shark tank.
The basement will be nothing but a den, a place to hang out. Might even call it the "Shark Tank."