stand build

From wanting neon tetras to an IM 20 Long reef Funny enough, I got into this hobby because I saw a school of neon tetras on TikTok. I bought a freshwater tank and started cycling it… then changed my mind before I even bought the fish and went saltwater instead. My original plan was literally...

Hello everyone, I'm new on the site and I'm looking to make a homemade stand for my 125 gallon tank. If anyone has a blueprint/model or somewhere I can refer to I would appreciate it so much. Thank you!

Hello guys So planning to make an stand using tslot 4040 medium 4.2x2.2x3ft stand dimensions lmk if i need to change anything

Howdy all, I have been wanting to get a stand for my IM 25 lagoon, but the prices are outrageous or the stand (I am looking at you aqueon 24x24) are less than trustworthy. I am considering the DIY route since I am on an extreme budget due to life circumstances. What is the recommended route to...

I have several 40x40x1200mm lengths of extruded aluminum. I bought some for my own stands but I have extra. Aluminum is strong, lightweight, and is extremely corrosion-resistant. It’s anodized in a nice gold color, but it’s easy to cover the aluminum if you’re not a fan. The extrusions were...

Hello all i have recently got a 180 gallon tank and stand i want to make it look like the first picture with a canopy but i have a few questions 1 how do i build this canopy i have never built one before and 2 will a canopy have a negative effect im worried about the weight and 3 what can i put...

So im currently looking into buying a 75 gallon tank from petco with the upcoming 50% off discount to eventually turn into my DT (Granted i plan to probably wait a few months as my 25g has only been cycled for roughly 2 months and i feel that might mess up all my current work so ill probably...

Just constructed a 3 tier stand that holdsx2 10 gallons per tier. Used King of DIY video for the reference. What do you think?

See attached video: I Recently put together this Waterbox aluminum stand after hours of leveling and securing this is the least amount of flex I can get out of the stand. I am awaiting a reply from Waterbox support, but wanted to see if anyone thinks this is normal or potentially catastrophic...

Hello! I am in the early stages of planning a roughly 200g custom tank in my basement. The current plan is to purchase a 66x30x25” glass tank through glass cages. The tank will be built into a wall so I plan to go with a metal stand with adjustable feet. I don’t want to go with the stands...

Hello, thank you in advance for any help! I just bought a used tank stand and has had a tank on it for about 5 years. Unfortunately there was another board on top of the base of the stand and some water got to the side of the panels. I just want an opinion if I should just go ahead and...

Hello! I've gotten great advice on here before and it's influenced my design. I now have the stand built and the tanks (75g display, 40g sump) mounted and filled for testing. However, if I push on the stand there's a slight wobble, probably of just a few millimeters, but I don't have to push...

Wood is 1x6 (so 3/4”) hickory .. everything is screwed and glued. I held a leg up so you can see where the four legs will be. The sides and legs will also be attached to 1/2” plywood. Top will have 3/4” marine plywood. Bottom frame is same but only two middles, and has 1/2” plywood on both...

I just picked up a used 90G (rimmed) with acrylic sump for a decent price. This will be a long slow process for me (probably at least a year before I have it up and running as I need to accumulate the sump equipment, build the stand, cycle more rock, etc.). It is currently sitting in my truck...

I was looking into getting a custom tank made either from Planet Aquarium or Glasscages. I'm a little worried about getting a wooden stand and the wood warping over time. I plan to leave this system up for 10+ years. Would prefer a Metal stands with fully detached panels. Kind of like this...

Welcome to starting slowest 65g tank build. Besides waiting on the tank (that I have some nerves about drilling) and debating the stand build, it seems we have everything. Some Caribsea seeded rock that needs a build, some of their live Fiji pink sand, more turbo start. Currently only a 10g...

I have a ton of cellular pvc and I've messed around with using it for stands a little. I made a one for a 22g bookshelf stand using 1" and 3/4" PVC but the stand itself is a little over a foot tall sitting on a desk. Next I'm considering using PVC to build a 16x24 stand but I want it about 40...

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