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    Posted: May 19 2012 at 9:34am
I'm getting ready to give the house a facelift and part of that provides me an opportunity to get a larger display tank (120-150 gallons). We plan on putting it against a wall with all the equipment behind it in another room. The display tank will set on a nice table and all the plumbing and electrical will be concealed under it and run behind to the other room which will house the sump, skimmer, etc.

I am partial to a cube with low iron glass and a center overflow box.

I am looking to those here with more experience than I (just about everybody) to provide some information on the pros and cons of going cube v. rectangular tank and possibly give me some ideas on what will make the most attractive display tank without encountering setup and maintenance issues. 

I'm a bit away from getting it (maybe as much as a year out), but would like some input and advice.

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I would get whatever allows the most space and fits your dream aquascape. Watch videos and decide what gets you the most excited when looking at other peoples tanks. Also if you love big fish I would consider the rectangle as they need more swimming room. I love my cube but sometimes wish I had more swimming length for larger tangs.
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I really like the idea of having a room behind the display Tank and hiding as much of the filtration components of the Tank, it helps to keep noise down as well.
One of my dream tanks is a huge Cube in the center of the room, where i can have four viewing sides. I think that if you do a Tank like that against a wall is going to be a waste of space in your Tank and a waste of money. Also think of how difficult it is going to be to aquascape it, get the Light in the right position, you will have to add extra fixtures just to get it illuminated, all because of the center overflow.
I would suggest to place the overflow in the center of the panel against the wall, if the tank will have an equipment room. This will help you with plumbing, aquascape, light, flow, head loss, just to name a few. There are also a few things to consider with an overflow placed in that spot. Its hard to get to it if the front of the tank is more than 24 inches apart.
Maybe take some time to visit members homes and ask questions about their tanks, what they love about their set up and if there is something they wouldve done different. I know there is no right or wrong way to do it, what works for some people wont work for others.
You are welcome to come see my tanks, I currently have a cube and a rectangle. Dont hesitate to ask questions.
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I have to agree with Trevor. I love the look of cubes but if you want more options and swimming room for fish, I'd say go for a rectangular tank. I also agree with grassfairy that if your haven't yet, you should go visit cube tanks and rectangular tanks and see what appeals more to you. If you're thinking about a 120g feel free to stop by some time and see if you like the dimensions.

Edited by BillyC - May 19 2012 at 7:41pm
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