Can only Find Metal Screen Covers

[MartinMan]

Don't want to use egg crate and can't find anything but metal screen covers, like the Zilla tops.   Just needs to fit a standard 75 gallon 48"X15" tank.  Not good at DIY projects.  If the metal top does not touch the water would it be acceptable. Any suggestions welcome.

 

[Tirgoman]

Just got on the forum so not a quick response.
2 suggestions.
I have a Red Sea 250 which is about 65 gallons and I had 3 pieces of glass made at Binswanger Glass to fit the top and used some plastic clips that came from JBJ (I had one of their tanks before so I knew about the clips) that slide on the ends. I used 3 pieces so I could open the front one for feeding and to keep the weight of each low. If I want more of the tank open I just remove the appropriate number of panes. Works great. I guess I could post some pics if you're interested.
The second is that at North Dallas Aquarium I noticed that Red Sea has come out with a mesh top and plastic frame that is adjustable to various sizes. The mesh is black plastic material as are the frame pieces. You might check into that.

 

[beolson25]

The RedSea DIY Net top is not plastic.  The bars/frame are aluminum that is painted or anodized black.  Great stuff that is a bit thicker than others.  If you are only looking for the screen itself try Bulk Reef Suppy.  They sell the 1/4" Clear Net pretty cheap.  I have read the net itself is also better than the RedSea Netting.  Best of luck on your search.