Richard Dowling
Member
Hi All,
I have the common problem with the TMC Signature Cabinets in that they havnt put standard holes in the side so that you can run your hosing out of it. You can only have the hoses coming out of the back which is less than ideal for a lot of Aquascapes.
I am looking to do what Mr Farmer did and cut a hole in the side of the cabinet, however George could cover his exposed MDF with silicone sealant which looks fine. Mine however is Carbon Grey which seems to show up every bit of grease, finger prints, water marks etc so im a little worried about using Silicone on mine as may not work as well as with the White.
Possible alternative, What id like to do, is cut a rectangle/oval slot and find some sort of plastic surround that slots into the hole to make it look neat and tidy, whilst protecting the exposed wood from Water Damage at the same time. Unlike George, my slot will be on the side of the tank which faces the room which makes a professional looking surround all the more appealing. I wish Id planned my scape so that my tubes were on the wall side now!
Does anyone know if such a plastic surround/trim exists and what it may be called? Not being one for DIY I also don’t know what tool may be best to do the cut neatly either. Some advise would be a great help J
I have the common problem with the TMC Signature Cabinets in that they havnt put standard holes in the side so that you can run your hosing out of it. You can only have the hoses coming out of the back which is less than ideal for a lot of Aquascapes.
I am looking to do what Mr Farmer did and cut a hole in the side of the cabinet, however George could cover his exposed MDF with silicone sealant which looks fine. Mine however is Carbon Grey which seems to show up every bit of grease, finger prints, water marks etc so im a little worried about using Silicone on mine as may not work as well as with the White.
Possible alternative, What id like to do, is cut a rectangle/oval slot and find some sort of plastic surround that slots into the hole to make it look neat and tidy, whilst protecting the exposed wood from Water Damage at the same time. Unlike George, my slot will be on the side of the tank which faces the room which makes a professional looking surround all the more appealing. I wish Id planned my scape so that my tubes were on the wall side now!
Does anyone know if such a plastic surround/trim exists and what it may be called? Not being one for DIY I also don’t know what tool may be best to do the cut neatly either. Some advise would be a great help J