Tank Stand

[Aaron Hobaugh]

Does anyone have any recommendations on where to get a fish tank stand? They seem few and far between online and am in need of one. I need one 48x24, I have also considered making my own...

Thanks in advance

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

DIY... then you can make it to your liking

 

[Aaron Hobaugh]

So for DIY, how did ya all finish it so it just didnt look like 2x4s? Does anyone also have any plans written up on how they built theirs? Thanks!

 

[Gordon42]

Make your own so you can customize it the way you want it. Below is the one I made using 2x4's and a Kreg jig.

 

[mspad]

Nice stand Gordon. What finish did you use?

 

[Gordon42]

I used 2x4's to frame then I covered it in 1/2" furniture grade plywood. After that I coated it with Rustoleum Appliance paint inside and out. Then I painted it a regular color using Rustoleum that was made for wood and metal. I used Kreg holes and made sure I glued the screws and the joints for extra strength.

 

[Gordon42]

I put a side door on it which is the filter sock side and I am holding the door on with rare earth magnets so that the door comes completely off when I need to service the sump. I installed a 3' shop light above for lighting for the filter and for seeing in the filter area.

 

[Blue Ring Octopus]

Do you have a budget? Where are you located?

 

[RobW]

So for DIY, how did ya all finish it so it just didnt look like 2x4s? Does anyone also have any plans written up on how they built theirs? Thanks!

So for DIY, how did ya all finish it so it just didnt look like 2x4s? Does anyone also have any plans written up on how they built theirs? Thanks!

Take a look here at my build.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/robws-280-gallon-build.572693/