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TRUVU Aquariums manufactures high-quality acrylic tanks and compatible stands at a pretty good value. Customers who have purchased from TRUVU have been pleased with the product quality. One customer, who is a mechanical engineer, closely examined the tanks upon receipt and found the solvent bonding in the seams of the acrylic sheets to be of high quality, providing a strong and leak-proof tank. The stand and canopy are made of 3/4" veneered plywood, which is much stronger and more water-resistant than the cheaper MDF materials used by some competitors. The carpentry and workmanship of the stand and canopy are described as solid. While the cherry wood stain appearance is acceptable, the customer felt an additional stain coat and maybe a coat of polyurethane would have made the stand and canopy look even better, more like "furniture." The canopy is a nice addition as it allows the customer to store and hide fish food and the aquarium light, maintaining a clean and uncluttered look. Though the canopy doesn't close flush, the customer believes this will straighten out over time. Pricing for TRUVU's products was found to be a bit below that of their competitors for comparable tanks and stands. The shipping process was also praised, with the tank and stand arriving on the promised date, securely packaged on a pallet with protective foam and wrap, and without any damage. The customer particularly likes the polycarbonate top plates provided by TRUVU, which can be easily removed for aquarium setup and water changes. As this was the customer's first experience with an acrylic tank, they provided some insights on the pros and cons of acrylic compared to glass tanks. On the pro side, acrylic tanks offer superior visibility, as the material is more transparent than tempered glass. Acrylic tanks also have stronger, chemically bonded seams that make them more leak-resistant and shatter-resistant, which is especially important when the tank is placed on new hardwood floors. Acrylic tanks are also significantly lighter, making them easier to transport and set up. The main downside of acrylic tanks is the higher cost, typically around 3 times that of a comparable glass tank. This is due to the complex manufacturing process and expensive raw materials required for cast acrylic sheets. Another potential con is that the trussed reinforcements on top of the tank can make it a bit more difficult to scrape off algae during water changes, though the customer acknowledges that these reinforcements are a necessary part of the acrylic tank design. Overall, the customer is very pleased with their purchase from TRUVU Aquariums, praising the high-quality construction, good value, and unique benefits of acrylic tanks. They would recommend TRUVU to others in the market for a new aquarium setup.
TruVu manufactures high quality acrylic tanks and compatible stands....for pretty good value. I purchased a 75 gallon freshwater tank and matching stand and canopy, and am pleased with the product quality. I researched other acrylic tank manufacturers and ultimately picked TruVu because their pricing was a little better for comparable tanks/stands. I'm also a mechanical engineer, and upon receipt of the tank, I looked closely at the solvent bonding in the seams of the acrylic sheets. TruVu tanks appear to have high quality seams, providing a strong, leak-proof tank. The stand and canopy are made out of 3/4" veneered plywood, which is much stronger and water resistant compared to cheaper aquarium stands made out of MDF. The carpentry and workmanship is solid. The Cherry wood stain appearance of the stand and canopy is acceptable, but my thoughts are an additional stain coat (and maybe a coat of polyurethane) would've made the stand/canopy look better, and more like "furniture". The canopy is a nice addition I recommend, because it allows you to store and hide your fish food and aquarium light and maintain a "clean" uncluttered look. Note: My canopy doesn't close exactly flush, but this is a small thing, as I believe it will "straighten out" in time. Pricing: I've already mentioned TruVu's pricing for my 75 gallon 48" x 15" x 24" acrylic tank was good, a bit below the pricing of their competitors. When I first looked, the pricing of the stand and canopy seemed a little high, but later research showed the pricing of TruVu's stands are comparable to that of their competitors. So I got a good deal overall. The shipping process TruVu provided was pretty good (via T-Force Freight), arrived on the date/time promised, and with tank and stand secured on a pallet and protected with foam, wrap, etc. No damage to any of the three pieces. I also really like the polycarbonate top plates TruVu provides that easily remove for aquarium set-up and water changes. A good design. This is my first acrylic tank, and from my experience, the Pros and Cons of acrylic tanks (compared to glass tanks) are as follows: Acrylic Pros: - Visibility. Acrylic is more transparent than tempered glass, so the appearance and brightness of an acrylic aquarium is so much better; water, fish, and tank decor are much more clear. Acrylic tanks also don't have any front seams, which add to the visibility of the tank. I believe tank visibility is the most important attribute for an aquarium. - Leak-resistance. Acrylic tanks are much more fracture resistant, and the seams are chemically bonded and therefore stronger than siliconed seams used in glass tanks. This means acrylic tanks are far less likely to leak or to break/shatter in the event of an accident. Given I just installed new solid hardwood floors in my family room (where the tank resides), having an acrylic tank with it's leak-resistant and shatter-resistant attributes is comforting. - Lighter. Acrylic tanks are so much lighter than glass, and easier to transport and set up. I was able to easily lift my 75 gallon (empty) tank and set it up on the stand myself. My old 60 gallon glass tank was at least double the weight of the acrylic tank, and requires two people to lift it and set it up. Acrylic Cons: -Cost. Acrylic tanks are more expensive than glass tanks (+3x). However, much of the cost of Acrylic tanks is due to the raw material cost of cast acrylic sheets, which is also very expensive due to its complex manufacturing process. Cast acrylic is very clear and strong, suitable to withstand the hydrostatic pressures in an aquarium and as mentioned above, provide shatter-resistant characteristics. -Cleaning algae. The trussed reinforcements on the top of the tank make it more difficult to scrape algae off the side of the tank when performing water changes. But the trussed reinforcements are a "must" for the acrylic tank design. However, a good tank cleaning
TruVu manufactures high quality acrylic tanks and compatible stands....for pretty good value. I purchased a 75 gallon freshwater tank and matching stand and canopy, and am pleased with the product quality. I researched other acrylic tank manufacturers and ultimately picked TruVu because their pricing was a little better for comparable tanks/stands. I'm also a mechanical engineer, and upon receipt of the tank, I looked closely at the solvent bonding in the seams of the acrylic sheets. TruVu tanks appear to have high quality seams, providing a strong, leak-proof tank. The stand and canopy are made out of 3/4" veneered plywood, which is much stronger and water resistant compared to cheaper aquarium stands made out of MDF. The carpentry and workmanship is solid. The Cherry wood stain appearance of the stand and canopy is acceptable, but my thoughts are an additional stain coat (and maybe a coat of polyurethane) would've made the stand/canopy look better, and more like "furniture". The canopy is a nice addition I recommend, because it allows you to store and hide your fish food and aquarium light and maintain a "clean" uncluttered look. Note: My canopy doesn't close exactly flush, but this is a small thing, as I believe it will "straighten out" in time. Pricing: I've already mentioned TruVu's pricing for my 75 gallon 48" x 15" x 24" acrylic tank was good, a bit below the pricing of their competitors. When I first looked, the pricing of the stand and canopy seemed a little high, but later research showed the pricing of TruVu's stands are comparable to that of their competitors. So I got a good deal overall. The shipping process TruVu provided was pretty good (via T-Force Freight), arrived on the date/time promised, and with tank and stand secured on a pallet and protected with foam, wrap, etc. No damage to any of the three pieces. I also really like the polycarbonate top plates TruVu provides that easily remove for aquarium set-up and water changes. A good design. This is my first acrylic tank, and from my experience, the Pros and Cons of acrylic tanks (compared to glass tanks) are as follows: Acrylic Pros: - Visibility. Acrylic is more transparent than tempered glass, so the appearance and brightness of an acrylic aquarium is so much better; water, fish, and tank decor are much more clear. Acrylic tanks also don't have any front seams, which add to the visibility of the tank. I believe tank visibility is the most important attribute for an aquarium. - Leak-resistance. Acrylic tanks are much more fracture resistant, and the seams are chemically bonded and therefore stronger than siliconed seams used in glass tanks. This means acrylic tanks are far less likely to leak or to break/shatter in the event of an accident. Given I just installed new solid hardwood floors in my family room (where the tank resides), having an acrylic tank with it's leak-resistant and shatter-resistant attributes is comforting. - Lighter. Acrylic tanks are so much lighter than glass, and easier to transport and set up. I was able to easily lift my 75 gallon (empty) tank and set it up on the stand myself. My old 60 gallon glass tank was at least double the weight of the acrylic tank, and requires two people to lift it and set it up. Acrylic Cons: -Cost. Acrylic tanks are more expensive than glass tanks (+3x). However, much of the cost of Acrylic tanks is due to the raw material cost of cast acrylic sheets, which is also very expensive due to its complex manufacturing process. Cast acrylic is very clear and strong, suitable to withstand the hydrostatic pressures in an aquarium and as mentioned above, provide shatter-resistant characteristics. -Cleaning algae. The trussed reinforcements on the top of the tank make it more difficult to scrape algae off the side of the tank when performing water changes. But the trussed reinforcements are a "must" for the acrylic tank design. However, a good tank cleaning
TruVu manufactures high quality acrylic tanks and compatible stands....for pretty good value. I purchased a 75 gallon freshwater tank and matching stand and canopy, and am pleased with the product quality. I researched other acrylic tank manufacturers and ultimately picked TruVu because their pricing was a little better for comparable tanks/stands. I'm also a mechanical engineer, and upon receipt of the tank, I looked closely at the solvent bonding in the seams of the acrylic sheets. TruVu tanks appear to have high quality seams, providing a strong, leak-proof tank. The stand and canopy are made out of 3/4" veneered plywood, which is much stronger and water resistant compared to cheaper aquarium stands made out of MDF. The carpentry and workmanship is solid. The Cherry wood stain appearance of the stand and canopy is acceptable, but my thoughts are an additional stain coat (and maybe a coat of polyurethane) would've made the stand/canopy look better, and more like "furniture". The canopy is a nice addition I recommend, because it allows you to store and hide your fish food and aquarium light and maintain a "clean" uncluttered look. Note: My canopy doesn't close exactly flush, but this is a small thing, as I believe it will "straighten out" in time. Pricing: I've already mentioned TruVu's pricing for my 75 gallon 48" x 15" x 24" acrylic tank was good, a bit below the pricing of their competitors. When I first looked, the pricing of the stand and canopy seemed a little high, but later research showed the pricing of TruVu's stands are comparable to that of their competitors. So I got a good deal overall. The shipping process TruVu provided was pretty good (via T-Force Freight), arrived on the date/time promised, and with tank and stand secured on a pallet and protected with foam, wrap, etc. No damage to any of the three pieces. I also really like the polycarbonate top plates TruVu provides that easily remove for aquarium set-up and water changes. A good design. This is my first acrylic tank, and from my experience, the Pros and Cons of acrylic tanks (compared to glass tanks) are as follows: Acrylic Pros: - Visibility. Acrylic is more transparent than tempered glass, so the appearance and brightness of an acrylic aquarium is so much better; water, fish, and tank decor are much more clear. Acrylic tanks also don't have any front seams, which add to the visibility of the tank. I believe tank visibility is the most important attribute for an aquarium. - Leak-resistance. Acrylic tanks are much more fracture resistant, and the seams are chemically bonded and therefore stronger than siliconed seams used in glass tanks. This means acrylic tanks are far less likely to leak or to break/shatter in the event of an accident. Given I just installed new solid hardwood floors in my family room (where the tank resides), having an acrylic tank with it's leak-resistant and shatter-resistant attributes is comforting. - Lighter. Acrylic tanks are so much lighter than glass, and easier to transport and set up. I was able to easily lift my 75 gallon (empty) tank and set it up on the stand myself. My old 60 gallon glass tank was at least double the weight of the acrylic tank, and requires two people to lift it and set it up. Acrylic Cons: -Cost. Acrylic tanks are more expensive than glass tanks (+3x). However, much of the cost of Acrylic tanks is due to the raw material cost of cast acrylic sheets, which is also very expensive due to its complex manufacturing process. Cast acrylic is very clear and strong, suitable to withstand the hydrostatic pressures in an aquarium and as mentioned above, provide shatter-resistant characteristics. -Cleaning algae. The trussed reinforcements on the top of the tank make it more difficult to scrape algae off the side of the tank when performing water changes. But the trussed reinforcements are a "must" for the acrylic tank design. However, a good tank cleaning