Looking to put a 20 gallon long tank on a dresser

[scoobydoo11693]

Anyone know if this would work? There are no central supports, the top seems pretty strong though. I stood on it and it seemed fine, I weigh about 200 pounds. I haven't noticed anything sketchy while I was on it. Thanks!

 

[bettaowner]

I have a 5 gallon tank, an Xbox, and a 32 inch tv on my dresser so I think it's possible.

 

[aquarium_Guru]

It is I have a 20 gal long on my dresser

 

[trinifella]

That's more than strong enough

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[NYgiantsRP]

OH YA, your fine.

 

[Old Scales]

A old time dresser like that is built strong and will handle a 20 fine. Dressers make great places for small tanks especially if they have a mirror that will be behind the tank. No need for a background. OS.

 

[WisChris]

I think you'll be good, looks like a well-built desk. I just put a 26 gallon on an oak desk & I was worried at first
It turns out that my desk can handle a lot more weight than I put on it.

You may want to consider using an underlayment of some sort to protect your desk and ensure your tank is level. I used a yoga mat (cut to size) and it worked great! PM me if you want details, I got it on Amazon, and my thread is under "DIY Projects".
~WisChris

 

[Old Scales]

HI Wis,
Are you able to take a pic of the Yoga mat material? Sounds like a great thing to share.

 

[Aces11]

I have a 20g high on a dresser much older than that and its been fine for more than 4 years. Never had an issue.

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[WisChris]

HI Wis,
Are you able to take a pic of the Yoga mat material? Sounds like a great thing to share.

Great idea OS.

Here it is under the tank:

And here is a closeup:


I'm thrilled with how it worked out. Easy to cut to size, black color matches aquarium frame, corrects minor imperfections, and will protect your furniture.

They're 24" x 68" so can likely do two tanks with one of them ($15 on Amazon).
Amazon.com: Yoga Mat 1/8"x68" Thick High Density 10 Colors Non-Toxic PER Phthalate Free Clean PVC (TM) by Bean Products - Black: Sports & Outdoors

I'm gonna use the leftovers to line the bottom of the cabinet where my canister filter is going, may help to deaden sound/vibration.

 

[Old Scales]

OK cool! NIce bowfront also. Congrats. OS.