My frame is square & flush except this imperfection in the wood. Is this something that plywood would solve? This is my first wood working project so I want to make sure I don't do anything that will hurt my tank.
55 Gal. Diy Stand 2x4 is uneven, would plywood level/flatten it?
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If you are asking will a plywood top on the stand fix the small imperfections, the answer is yes. Will it level it, impossible to say. But you should be able to try it and if it's not level, take it off and add some kind of 'shim' to the frame and reinstall the plywood.
Is your tank frame-less or with a frame?
If it's frame-less, consider something soft under the bottom glass. I always use a yoga mat, but most people use some kind of foam.
Is your tank frame-less or with a frame?
If it's frame-less, consider something soft under the bottom glass. I always use a yoga mat, but most people use some kind of foam.
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Thank you for the insight, as I wanted to be sure before I purchased plywood and installed it. Is replacing the 2x4 something to consider? Would putting wood filler in the corner help the same as shims?
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It may be beneficial to go up a size in the horizontal 2x and rip it to fit.
I wouldn't use filler. It's too brittle and is mostly for cosmetic purposes. Skin it with a sheet of plywood and/or use a shim.
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