Diy 210 Gallon Stand

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I don't know why these threads always dwell on a center support, you don't need a center support at all. I have a 220 stand with only 4 legs total. The center spans 5' unsupported. I'm also using a granite counter top with nothing (foam etc) between the tank and stand/granite.

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The guys over at Tidal Gardens use a stack of cinder blocks on each end with a couple of 2x4's and no center brace.

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Think of a deck with a hot tub on it, there is no center support on those. I am currently building a 4’x4’x33” stand for a open top 4x4x18” tank.
 

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Think of a deck with a hot tub on it, there is no center support on those. I am currently building a 4’x4’x33” stand for a open top 4x4x18” tank.
 

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Use 2x6s. Currently building my 72”x 24” stand. It’s a beast. If you have any questions let me know
That looks great. Got your plans by chance? I want to make one like it for my 210 DT. I could fit my 75g sump in that stand easy. Just increase the floor 2x4s to 2x6 to make it flush to slide the 75g in and out of.
 

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you can use 8020 15 series with gussets and no center supports.. easy assembly, no need for finishing coat, and can apply any type of accessories on it with no issue.

check out this thread

 

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you can use 8020 15 series with gussets and no center supports.. easy assembly, no need for finishing coat, and can apply any type of accessories on it with no issue.

check out this thread

Are they difficult to construct?
 

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you can use 8020 15 series with gussets and no center supports.. easy assembly, no need for finishing coat, and can apply any type of accessories on it with no issue.

check out this thread

Did you mean 2080 series? I can't find anything on 8020.
 

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You're still in good shape. It looks like a six foot tank...that's a guess....and I'd simply leave everything and replace the top frame only. I don't know if it's the lighting, but it appears to be pressure treated wood. That really isn't necessary. Just make sure you're using the right kind of screws for pressure treated. I've seen decks fall off of houses because the acid nature of this wood completely rusted away the bolts holding up the deck....in about 2-3 years.
 

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Thanks everyone for the input. Here what i got final. Does this look right for 2500 lbs support?
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I am just going to use this lol, and add in more 2x4 on the bottom to support the sump tank.
 

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You're still in good shape. It looks like a six foot tank...that's a guess....and I'd simply leave everything and replace the top frame only. I don't know if it's the lighting, but it appears to be pressure treated wood. That really isn't necessary. Just make sure you're using the right kind of screws for pressure treated. I've seen decks fall off of houses because the acid nature of this wood completely rusted away the bolts holding up the deck....in about 2-3 years.
I'm completely screwed up:expressionless-face:now screws are also wrong lol
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Use 2x6s. Currently building my 72”x 24” stand. It’s a beast. If you have any questions let me know

Nice stand. And yes, I'll bet its a beast for sure!

I'm researching stand designs for a 125 gallon that I purchased. I like the open front so I can get my 33 long sump in the bottom.

I was planning to go exclusively with 2x6's. Is this overkill for a 125 gallon?
 

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You're still in good shape. It looks like a six foot tank...that's a guess....and I'd simply leave everything and replace the top frame only. I don't know if it's the lighting, but it appears to be pressure treated wood. That really isn't necessary. Just make sure you're using the right kind of screws for pressure treated. I've seen decks fall off of houses because the acid nature of this wood completely rusted away the bolts holding up the deck....in about 2-3 years.
Clearly says not for treated lumber lol

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Nice stand. And yes, I'll bet its a beast for sure!

I'm researching stand designs for a 125 gallon that I purchased. I like the open front so I can get my 33 long sump in the bottom.

I was planning to go exclusively with 2x6's. Is this overkill for a 125 gallon?
Thats what it sounds like. I am doing 2x6 all on the top and 2x4 the rest. Calculating out the costs its only $157 and thats with the extra reinforced corners, still cheaper than the 2x6 corners and still plenty strong. That all 2x6 sure is nice looking. I plan to skin mine with acrylic so its not going to be seen any ways.
Clearly says not for treated lumber lol

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dang... Well you got all your lumber pre drilled for fast reassembly!
 

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Clearly says not for treated lumber lol

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Don't beat yourself up. We've all had DOH! moments. I can't even tell you how many I've had. Live and learn.

I'd suggest getting the right screws and start replacing one at a time.
 

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Don't beat yourself up. We've all had DOH! moments. I can't even tell you how many I've had. Live and learn.

I'd suggest getting the right screws and start replacing one at a time.
Exactly what I'm going to do. I'll take the moment now than water all over my floor later
 

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Don't beat yourself up. We've all had DOH! moments. I can't even tell you how many I've had. Live and learn.

I'd suggest getting the right screws and start replacing one at a time.
Well thanks got it done the correct way with correct screws. One more thing tho there's about 2 spots with a small gap should i not worry or should I just put wooden shims in
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Looks great! I'd shim those slight gaps.

Additional optional directions:

1. add a cross brace on the top frame, especially if you're not topping with plywood. The blue board in this picture:

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2. Add 3/4 plywood as a top. This helps flatten out any imperfections in the dimensional lumber. Also helps distribute weight with frameless tanks, and blocks light from the sump with bare-bottom tanks.
 
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