So does the cave stick to the board when your using the balloon method?

No unboxing?

The video is far more helpful than the instructions. Right now I'm trying to get assistance on why the building is not square. I had a concrete pad put in and its is perfectly flat and level. My building is off-center by over 1" leaning to the left, and my doors wont open/close properly.

Yea, put mine up in three days also. The instructions ssssssuck big time, lol. Had problem with last roof panel, good GOD, what a pain. I think it’s best to put together when the plastic is hot and more flexible. Better to watch video to assemble this product. Having super level ground is key. Doors don’t close properly, ohh well, I can live with that, the building does its job. This is the second kind I have of this brand and they seem water tight, no problems there. 👍🏻

Did the foundation 1x6 wood boards come with the kit, or did you buy that and do it on your own?

Fantastic review! Still undecided but feeling very well informed. Thank you!

Has anyone tried to line the inside floor with plywood?

I just subbed thought you did a great job with the video. I use cement at work some times so this is something I'm going to do for sure. I am thinking of adding some sticks into the cement as well like like branches off it. Where r u from? I'm in NJ near NYC and accent sounds like it could be same area.

sounds like you turned it on before priming it ouch what a bad idea rookie mistake

Those black screws weren't for the screen on the vent. It's odd they packaged them with the screen.

Window gasket assembly was an absolute NIGHTMARE. Either the gasket tubing needs some type of adhesive so it stays in the groove or, the channel groove in the door frame needs to be deeper. It took me way over an hour for the doors as the rubber gasket kept popping out while trying to insert the rest. After that disaster, having to make sure the gasket stays in while also trying to line up the screws with the holes in the fake window panel was another nightmare because you can't see that they're lined up before tightening. It's like assembling while being blindfolded. Skylight gaskets were a breeze.

You are Wrong about the plastic panel screw that do not screw into the walls. They do screw into the wall and snap lock into place. Just wanted to correct you since I just assembled the same exact shed today.

Just built this shed and I don't totally agree with your experience. The part letters (MM, GG, etc) are all listed on the front where it tells you what bag the parts are in, could have been better, but wasn't hard to figure put, most of the hardware was bundled together by step. Overall I think it was a good deal

just saw this IM thought cementitious material was deadly for aquarium fish? If this works this is genius

You literally showed in the manual (bottom center at 15:42 mark) instructions on how to install the plastic screws into the vertical panels. And it showed the tool to do so. It is rather unfair to criticize the company when you didn't follow directions.

How long did assembly take

What is the size of the trays ?

Great Video love the simple set up. Im not as scared trying it now

How long does it take for 1 person to assemble it? I am planning to purchase it and will hire someone to assemble with daily rate. Thanks

We just finished getting our shed together. Your video was helpful.

Paid $860 ish for mine. And yes the instructions suck

Did anyone ever try filling the floor panels with great stuff?

Lmao😂 I did the same thing. The black screws with padded washers are for the ceiling (I think). Use JJ screws for the netting by the roof. I had problems lining up my last roof piece, doesn’t fit correctly

I have a cascade 1500 and can't have the flow running full blast because the filter starts making too much noise. Thinking of getting a Fluval

Consider not having food or gum I. Your mouth when making a video

Thanks for the video. I was just about to buy one of these from Lowe’s for extra storage. Now I may need to reevaluate. Looking at the online pic Does not look as poorly made as you demonstrate. Glad you did the review

What size foundation did you end up going with?

Thank you. It helped me a lot in the installation phase.

2x6s not 1x6s

have you used this for any length of time in your tanks (cement) ones?

Great Job!

I want to set up 2 filters for a 55 gallon tank just in case 1 malfunctions. I have several yoyo loaches, 5 roseline sharks and 5 harlequin tetras. What is recommended? 2 207? Or 2 307? Or 2 107?

This is brilliant, im abit late to the party but i was wondering what you used to colour the cement? was it a iron oxide? Here in NZ we can pay upwards of $30 for a rubbish looking pleco cave, I would love to make my own using your balloon method. Thanks heaps for sharing

I have a Rubbermaid one, the roof was tough with no help, but I got it done. Plastic is great but I used it for feed. That encouraged some critter to eat it's way in, which requires a lot of chewing. You could use it for a riding lawnmower but with that plastic floor and wood underneath, you're taking a chance that it will break. Mine is on gravel, but I would still worry about breaking the floor.

Only needed two pieces of glass cut went through nineteen sheets of glass to get it lol just messing with you dude I’ve broken a sh!t load of glass myself over the years Thank god for KZbin videos someone is always ready to show how it’s done right. Blessings

Thank you. Nice work. I won't be getting one of these.

I am considering making a sump for my 180 I’m getting but am chancing my mind looks like the 5gal bucket canister is easier and cheaper to make

Sounds like you got a defective item. Those plastic pieces are definately supposed to screw in. You can here it click when it's tight. I built the shed alone but used a clamp to help hold the panels together until I had the plastic bolts in place. My panels were pretty rigid even in the heat. They didn't flex like that. I would have returned the one you got for sure. I know it's a dreaded decision sometimes... make it work or to deal with the hassle of returning it. In addition to the frustration of having everything prepped and ready and making the time to complete it just to have to do it all over again. Also not sure if it's luck of the draw or an update but the instructions that came with my shed stated under each picture which package the hardware was in. Looks likes yours unfortunately didn't have that included in each step.

I just bought mine today from Fleet Farm for $940

It’s just silicone,cut it and relocate glass. I would suggest taking you media and turning them to allow easy removal like a file cabinet. But we’ll done.

do I need to take my fish out the tank?

Great review. Seems like all these plastic/resin sheds have their assembly and quality issues; doesn't matter what manufacturer. I can see why a good level base is necessary. Thank you for your honest report.

I hope it works out for you! I just bought one and it was delivered today. Hoping to assemble this weekend. Fingers crossed all goes well

My plastic screws actually screwed in. I had an issue with getting one side of the roof squared up.

Can it be assembled With access only from the inside. I only have a few inches all the way around the perimeter that would make it difficult to move around the outside of the shed during assembly. Thank you

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I had been using a 307 for about 7 months now.. I found that that red bracket with the blue sponge pre filter is taking up too much space. I rather have more space for the bio media. Now that I'm using a sponge as a pre filter at the in take strainer, the blue sponge is now useless only taking up space.. this 307 is also not as effective as to polish the water as now I'm using another internal filter with polyfill to do the job.. the current space for the bio media is not quite enough as its install in a 65G tank.. I had to find other ways to put in more bio media.. Overall.. 307 is just a little too small for the stated up to 65G tank.. The flow of 1100L/ h is quite alright just it will be perfect if the pre filter area in the cannister can be modified to be use for more bio media.. Thanks.. Like to hear what others think about it!!

Did you screw the plastic floor into plywood and into the base?

Sounds like an item that belongs in a third world country.

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