Custom aquarium

Do you want to determine the dimensions of your new aquarium yourself? Then creating a tailor-made aquarium is the perfect solution for you. Plastic is the ideal material for this purpose. Plastics are not only stronger than glass but also incredibly easy to work with. On this page, you’ll discover everything about creating a plastic aquarium, along with exciting examples to spark your creativity.

Our high-quality plastics are just as clear as glass, chemically resistant, and easy to clean. You’ll find a handy step-by-step guide and clear measuring instructions on our website to help you put together your custom aquarium.

You can easily order the panels for your new aquarium to size through our quick and straightforward ordering process. Select a material or product of your choice, enter the desired dimensions, and off you go! And bec

Plastic aquarium examples

When your creativity is ignited, you’re certain to come up with the coolest ideas. Get inspired by these amazing examples of acrylic aquariums! These examples show you the beautiful effect a custom-made aquarium can have in a space. They are truly gems for any room!

Product Advice

To create your custom aquarium, we’ve listed the most ordered products below. The panel material of these products is either acrylic or polycarbonate. Both materials are chemically resistant, do not corrode, allow just as much light to pass through as glass, and are easy to clean. Additionally, it often works out cheaper since you’re assembling your own custom aquarium!

Suitable material for a custom aquarium

Acrylic and polycarbonate are the most suitable plastics for making a custom aquarium. The main difference between these two materials is that polycarbonate is considerably more rigid. Therefore, polycarbonate is more suitable for very large aquariums, for instance.

These quality plastics of acrylic and polycarbonate are stronger than glass and very easy to work with yourself. Ideal when you’re creating a customised aquarium. It’s important to note that these plastics are chemically resistant, as clear as glass, and easy to clean.

In the table below, you’ll find useful information to help you choose the right thickness for your aquarium. You first need to consider the height or volume you want your aquarium to have, and instantly discover the most suitable thicknesses for both acrylic and polycarbonate.

In the sections below, you’ll find the properties of acrylic and polycarbonate. This makes it easy to compare them and make the best choice for your new aquarium.

The benefits of a plastic aquarium

The biggest advantage of a plastic aquarium is that our plastics are stronger than glass. Additionally, plastic is easy to work with yourself, allowing you to build your aquarium exactly to your liking. A custom-made aquarium is also often cheaper than having it made by someone else or ordering a ready-made customised option. Additionally, both acrylic and polycarbonate do not release any chemicals into the water.

Below you’ll see a clear table comparing acrylic, polycarbonate, and glass. Point by point, you see which material scores best. If you’re looking for a cost-effective material, acrylic is the best choice for you. Or are you seeking a shatterproof material? Then you’ll find in the table that polycarbonate best matches your needs.