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I Sifted Dirt, Scavenged Driftwood, and Built 3 Tanks Under $200

January 7, 2026 by sharjisblog@gmail.com

I tested 3 planted tank builds over 90 days, all under $200. The DIY hybrid beat my $400 disaster. Here’s the full cost breakdown.

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