My DIY Stand! - Aquarium Advice

dr_girlfriend · 07-24-2005, 09:00 AM

Here is a pic of my [acronym:6060e06c6b="Do it yourself"]DIY[/acronym:6060e06c6b] (well, my husband actually built it) stand! Its 74x14x31 for my 90 gallon.
We used the garf plans as a reference, a few mods were made. Were not planning on wrapping it in wood for now. I'm going to hang some fabric around it, and if it looks alright, probably keep it that way (alot lighter!)
As you can see, its already become a crap collector

The whole thing cost around 50-60 bucks, so I'm happy with it

fishfreek · 07-24-2005, 09:46 PM

The fabric will indeed make it easily accessable. Hopefully your cats wont end up liking to hide out under there and nock things over.

BillyZ · 07-26-2005, 02:18 PM

Looks very nice!

One question and a comment. Is that MDF/Particle board as the top surface? If it is, be sure to seal that completely. It has a bad habbit of quickly absorbing water, and swelling. If you get a bad swell under the edge of your tank it can cause a stress crack or worse. I would suggest a couple coats of a good polyurithaine, no matter how it's spelled.

mp3z24 · 07-26-2005, 02:54 PM

polyurethane :P

~mike

BillyZ · 07-26-2005, 03:07 PM

that's the stuff!

dr_girlfriend · 07-27-2005, 07:46 AM

Yes its mdf. Were going to put a layer of clear plastic and staple on the bottom. The stuff you can get at the fabric store usually for table cloths. Weve used it on a dresser we have a tank on and it keeps the water off great.
I was going to seal it, but this seems easier

Were also going to try to kitty-proof the bottom as best we can.

07-24-2005, 09:46 PM	#2
fishfreek Aquarium Advice FINatic Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 971 Images: 82	The fabric will indeed make it easily accessable. Hopefully your cats wont end up liking to hide out under there and nock things over. __________________ Remember dont tap the glass, your fish will think you're an idiot -Anonymous mother Check out our articles area. 30+ Aquatic articles for your enjoyment Are you in or around the Shenandoah Valley area? If so click here to join our regional forum. Looking for affordable web hosting? Look no more We have the answer Learn more about Coral Reef Conservation. Free photo hosting

07-26-2005, 02:18 PM	#3
BillyZ Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Western NY Posts: 3,622 Images: 6	Looks very nice! One question and a comment. Is that MDF/Particle board as the top surface? If it is, be sure to seal that completely. It has a bad habbit of quickly absorbing water, and swelling. If you get a bad swell under the edge of your tank it can cause a stress crack or worse. I would suggest a couple coats of a good polyurithaine, no matter how it's spelled. __________________ Acronyms and Abbreviations

07-26-2005, 02:54 PM	#4
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07-26-2005, 03:07 PM	#5
BillyZ Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Western NY Posts: 3,622 Images: 6	that's the stuff! __________________ Acronyms and Abbreviations

07-27-2005, 07:46 AM	#6
dr_girlfriend Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: N. CA Posts: 701 Images: 23	Yes its mdf. Were going to put a layer of clear plastic and staple on the bottom. The stuff you can get at the fabric store usually for table cloths. Weve used it on a dresser we have a tank on and it keeps the water off great. I was going to seal it, but this seems easier Were also going to try to kitty-proof the bottom as best we can. __________________ Fish are friends, not food We weep for the bird's cry, but not for the blood of a fish. Blessed are those who have voice. Pinky: "What are those Brain?" (pointing to a group of people protesting) Brain: "People without jobs Pinky." N. California aquarium maintenance, scuba certification, and boat services. Need computer services in N. California? Click here!

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