stand build

I recently setup my 125 gallon Aqueon tank up and was wondering if I can a drill 2 2inch holes on the side of the aquarium stand to snake wires into so it can look more clean? I believe the stand is made from MDF. I’m scared it would mess with the integrity of the stand since it’s not really...

Okay... Here goes nothing. Well actually here's goes a lot of money and something!!! :) Let's start with making a quick introduction and saying hello to all my Reefing Fam out there. Super blessed :smiling-face-with-halo: and thankful that I'm in a place where I can actually make this dream a...

Asked this over in my build thread but I think I would get more help and traction on the DIY forum. I am conflicted on where I should place my ATO and refugium underneath my stand. For reference, the stand is 48x24” and 36” tall. I have an eShopps RS300, Reef Octopus 150SSS skimmer, and Klir-7...

Hi! I've been taking a look at this post from 2018 about a wood stand for a very big and heavy aquarium. I'm currently trying to design a stand for my own glass 600L (160 gal), with dimensions 200x50xH68cm (~78x20xH27 in). Rated capacity 600L, so in the ballpark of 1800/2000 lbs when full and...

So thinking this plywood 24x24x34.5h cabinet would be stronger than the MDF junk my aquatop 40 cube came with. It uses 1/2in plywood for the box with thermofoil doors. Would use a stained butcher block as the top. Good or horrible idea? Tank is basically 22x22x22 and weighs 45 lbs 20lbs...

Hey everyone! I recently ordered a Waterbox 25-gallon tank... Upgrading from a Fluval Evo 13.5. I wanted to build a quality stand and got some inspiration from another individual on here. Here are some pictures of the stand in its current form. (Please ignore the mess in my family's garage, I am...

I have this beautiful 110 stand that was custom made by an old carpenter. You can tell that a lot of work was put into it and this thing is super sturdy and high quality. My only problem is because it was made for an arowana tank, I cannot fit a sump in there. All the panels have been screwed...

I’m looking to get a stand built for my 24”x24” reef tank. Anyone know a builder in Orange County CA

Hey! I decided to build what I hoped would be a piece of high end furniture for my new Nuvo 10. One of my other hobby’s is woodworking but I’m fairly new to it, and this was definitely a huge learning experience and the nicest thing I’ve made so far. I took inspiration from some cabinet builds...

Hello all! I am new to R2R and figured I would make my first post for help when it comes to stand builds. I have read several posts and also saw @RocketEngineer design which is really nicely done! I’m not sure I would need to build my stand out of 2x4 though as the aquariums I want to build...

Hey guys, I am looking to build a new stand with a canopy for my 75g tank. Anyone now where I could find some plans or ideas. My idea for the stand frame would be 4x4s and 2x4s. Any ideas would be greater appreciated!

For a smaller tank (48x24x20) can I put white starboard between the stand and tank instead of using plywood? Anyone else done this and have photos? I don’t need a foam pad due to the aquarium being acrylic and the stand will be true and level. Tyia

Hi everyone. Im considering possibly getting a Fluval Flex 32.5 for a first tank. What recommendations does everyone have for a stand? I'm not a fan of the stand sold by Fluval, and pretty much everything else I see measures 30 inches (or is sized up for a large tank). What's everyone else...

WHITE PVC DRIP TRAY FOR SALE It's made from 1/2 inch white pvc It's 64inch long x 24inch wide x 4 inch high It was intended to be the "catch all" tray to sit inside my 6foot stand ( but the build was canceled) It's pvc, it's fully sealed at all the seams and holds water. Based on calculations...

Hello all! I have just started building a new stand for my new 100 gallon mixed reef. I’ll be posting my progress and would love some feedback as this is my first stand I’ve ever built. Plan is to add 1/2” plywood on back/sides w/3/4” top sheet as well. Here are some Photos of what I got done...

Hello all. Currently building a new system. I am in the process of building a new stand. Bottom is 3/4 plywood. Sides are furniture panel and 3/4 plywood. Cross members are 1x6. Doubled up my question is. I want to make it look more like furniture. So I want to add feet 6 of them. stwnd has...

Hello, everyone! After searching for an affordable tank stand without success, I decided to design my own. Through a family member, I have access to the tools necessary to construct this build. That said, I have never built something like this and am seeking feedback from the community to make...

Hey everyone. So I tore down my old tank and moved from an apartment into a house. I had a large closet space facing the front door that I dreamed of building a display tank into. I then took the plunge!! Everything is custom built from scratch except for the display tank, sump, and equipment...

Hey guys I’m not sure if this is the correct thread for this…. But I have a question on a stand. I have attached a picture of my 40 gallon breeder setup but I just purchased my first house and am upgrading to a 75 gallon. Can I do the same stand setup with this bigger tank? It will be setup...

after a quick preliminary search on the forum, i wasn't able to find much. does anyone in Australia have any experience with companies that build fish tank stands with the t-slot aluminum material? there aren't any companies here like Framing Tech who offer pre built stands... any idea of...

Hi Guys, I had my friend who is a lifelong professional welder by trade weld a stand for me. The stand will be supporting my new 84"x36"x25"tall tank (330g). The stand is sturdy and heavy with 2" tubing. My only question is in regards to no bottom support, will this lead to the stand...

I am planning a stand build for my 90 that will have more space below for a bigger sump and an equipment cabinet, can I see some ways reef ready owners have done this, or ideas to help? I need to make sure the braces are not in the way of the plumbing that will come thru the top of the stand...

I bought a 29 gallon tank a few months back for a QT tank. I had it up for awhile on a bare bones 2x4 frame. It only took a week or two to decide I need shelving to hold the tank stuff in. However, during this time I had to replace half my fence and I had about a dozen left over cedar pickets...

Hey all! It's been a while since I've been on the forums, but I have moved homes this year and want to get all (at least the majority) of the tanks I've accumulated on as few racks as possible for now. There are a few that have individual stands (my 125, a 33, the 150 will get a new stand), but...

So I finally won the rights to a few feet of space in my office lol... wife let me get rid of a piece of furniture. 3 ft tank seemed like a perfect fit so I have been bouncing between ordering a planet cristaline, innovative marine 75 int, reefer 300xl. Still may go that route, but wanted...