Dixon1990 Posted September 29, 2007 Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 What would be the easiest not too expensive way to make a stand for a 3' x2' x1 1/2' tank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted September 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 Would this one here be alright for a tank of my size if i made it shorter? http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/55_diy_pt1.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilknieval69 Posted September 29, 2007 Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 You could have a look on trademe for an old dressing table, or set of drawers, or something else cheap, and then get some wood and make it a little bit sturdier if needed and just use that. All you need is some wood, a saw and some nails/screws. A few supports across the top, a couple on each end, and maybe a diagonal on the back to stop it from swaying.... Sweet as Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted September 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 i kinda feel like making something from scratch lol.do you think that one in the link would be strong enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianab Posted September 29, 2007 Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 Would this one here be alright for a tank of my size if i made it shorter? http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/55_diy_pt1.php The basic 4x2 and plywood stand is plenty strong and easy enough to build 8) As long as you have some basic carpentry skills it should be no problem, although I would do the doors differently unless you have a big table mounted router and the raised panel bits for it. You can build simple doors out of T&G panelling much easier. do you think that one in the link would be strong enough? Yup, about 10 times stronger than it needs to be, but who cares :lol: Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted September 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 Cool, My basic carpentry skills are very basic ones lol. So i might have to get my dad or uncle WHos a builder to help out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianab Posted September 29, 2007 Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 This thread has a couple of my homebuilt stands and others as well. http://www.fnzas.org.nz/fishroom/tank-stand-other-than-official-cabinets-vt21305.html Might give you some more ideas. Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianab Posted September 29, 2007 Report Share Posted September 29, 2007 Cool, My basic carpentry skills are very basic ones lol. So i might have to get my dad or uncle WHos a builder to help out. Sweet, they probably have all the stuff you need in the back shed already :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted October 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2007 Would this one Be alright without the middle shelf and only have only 3 Pieces of Wood in between the 90cm ones like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianab Posted October 1, 2007 Report Share Posted October 1, 2007 For a 90cm tank one centre support will be fine. Just clad the back and sides with ply and it wont move. Your Dad will understand using ply for bracing, thats how they keep houses standing up these days Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted October 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2007 This is what i have ended up building. We have just done the framework pictured above so still have Quite a bit to go. Cant get a photo yet as i cant find the camera :-? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slappers Posted October 5, 2007 Report Share Posted October 5, 2007 What would be the easiest not too expensive way to make a stand for a 3' x2' x1 1/2' tank? pm swampy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted October 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2007 And What would be the best way to make a hood? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 And What would be the best way to make a hood? And i have pretty much finished the stand now. Just need to put a base on it, How big should the base be? The stand has the same footprint as the tank so im geussing the base on the stand need to be bigger? And what should i paint it with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 And would 4-5mm poly be alright for between tank and stand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 And i have pretty much finished the stand now. Just need to put a base on it, How big should the base be? The stand has the same footprint as the tank so im geussing the base on the stand need to be bigger? And what should i paint it with? Can anyone help me with this? As i have to buy the wood today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpidersWeb Posted November 7, 2007 Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 Base should be the same size as the tank or larger depending on what finish you want. Best to buy a piece of wood thats a little too big to allow for cutting errors etc If its too small when you get it home, just attach it at the front, nobody will see the gap at the back. Can paint it with whatever you want, you could try and find a good quality sealer if you want it to last a long time (as plywood can bend overtime when exposed to moisture). Hope that helps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaNs Posted November 7, 2007 Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 Stain it black and seal with polyurethane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 So if i paint it with black paint what do i seal it with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2007 the tank has been completely put together and had doors put on. now all that has to be done is painted and put a floor down inside stand. Should i insulate the inside, if so what with?polystyrene? Because i am having tank inside the stand and i thought if it was insulated the heater wouldnt be running as much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caper Posted November 10, 2007 Report Share Posted November 10, 2007 AAAAAAND...where are the pics of the stand...ah, did I miss them, has anyone seen pics of this stand??? :lol: :lol: Caper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianab Posted November 10, 2007 Report Share Posted November 10, 2007 the tank has been completely put together and had doors put on. now all that has to be done is painted and put a floor down inside stand. Should i insulate the inside, if so what with?polystyrene? Because i am having tank inside the stand and i thought if it was insulated the heater wouldnt be running as much. I dont think you need to insulate it. Wood is a reasonable insulator already. A tank enclosed in the stand will need less heating than a free standing one already. Cheers Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquarium Dude Posted November 10, 2007 Report Share Posted November 10, 2007 I built a stand for a 5.5' tank and had it professionally spray painted, it really doesn't end up costing heaps more than it does after you have brought paint etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon1990 Posted November 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 I will post pics of the final product tonite. Its not as good as it could be, My next one il start in the next few days will be heaps better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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