OK, so I've read countless posts and seen many DIY stands, but still can't tell if what I want to achieve is doable. I have an aquarium on order that is 84"L x 30"W x 24"H (265 gallons) and would like to build a stand that allows full access to the front. Which would mean I would need to span about 6' without a center brace. I was planning on using 2x6's for everything except for the bottom frame which would be 2x4 to give me a slightly larger opening. Does anyone have calculations they could run on the type and size of wood I would need to span that distance with a generous margin of safety? Or better yet, has anyone tried this and can give me first-hand advice? TIA! I'm excited to get my tank set up, but as this is my first stand build I want to make sure I take my time, do my homework and make sure it is overbuilt for peace of mind.
Diagram of what I would like to achieve is attached.
Diagram of what I would like to achieve is attached.