First of all, I know that most of GD knows diddly-squat about saltwater tanks; but I know there are a few experts on the boards. The question I have doesn't really need any experience behind it anyway.
So, I'm torn on the upgrade for my current 46 Gallon Aqueon Bowfront between a 55 gallon and 100 gallon tank.
- 46 Gallon Aqueon Bowfront 36 x 16 x 21
- 55 Gallon Rectangular 48 x 13 x 20
- 100 Gallon Rectangular 60X24X18
Here is the deal:
I actually own the drilled 100 gallon tank, stand, and canopy but I need to replace the tank because of concerns about the front left seam. I bought the tank for dirt cheap and had originally intended to flip it. The replacement tank would cost me about $250 and I would need an external overflow or two (~$100)
Here is the actual tank as setup by previous owner:
My wife is not too thrilled about the honey pine colored furniture. Most of the furniture I own is made from cherry wood.
Next up is the 55 Gallon tank:
I own this tank and stand as well. I bought this for the Oceanic tank itself that is almost in mint condition. Unfortunately the furniture sucks and would need to be upgraded, preferably with a cherry wood finish. The local fish store has a canopy and stand setup that would cost ~$430 in a cherry color. The furniture looks kinda like the below pic here (but with cherry finish):
So what should I do hive-mind? 55 or 100?