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Message: <blockquote data-quote="octanejunkie" data-source="post: 212760" data-attributes="member: 3872">Hello and welcome WebsterI would find another tank, it is more work than it's worth to do what you are describing, but the easier way to limit free climbing height is to fill with substrate, effectively raising the ground level.The rule of thumb in sizing enclosures is 3-4x the DLS (diagonal leg span) of the tarantula and 1.5-2x the DLS in free climbing height.That tank would lend itself best to fish or reptiles. Search around the forum and use the terms "tank" and "enclosure" and you will find some very creative containers as well as many commercial options.Welcome to the hobby and the forum, and please post pics, it's always easier to see what you are talking about. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words, unless it's a Picasso, his are worth millions.</blockquote>