akambience Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I'm moving at the end of the month, it seems like a good time to build my own stand for a 55 gallon, so I am looking for simple (I am far form a carpenter) set of plans. I have seen some DIY stands online using mostly 2x4s, they look pretty easy. The stand I have now is store bought made of partial board and seems kinda flimsy. Any help or advice would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowpunk Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 a 55g isn't really a ton of weight compared to most tanks. You may want to just build it out of 1" plywood and use 2x2's for corner braces to lock into. That would give you more room underneath for sump and other equipment. I know it's only an inch or two but I can't count how many times I've needed only another inch under the stand to make it fit right!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topher Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 i would suggest to use lamanate flooring as a skin. it already sealed for high abuse and looks good. i made a hood for our 60 gal tank and loos pretty good. next time your in the area, stop by and take a look. even made a storage area above the lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topher Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 we could go over some optional designs too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cellowithgills Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 http://www.cichlid-forum.com/photos/art_double_55_02.jpg I like this type of design for the structure and have used it for a couple of peoples tanks. I've also used something like what this guy does: http://www.tropicalfishkeeping.com/diy-aquarium/diy-55-gallon-tank-stand-240/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tif Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I've used this before: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1169964[/url] It's pretty basic and is a simple calculator to figure out exactly what you need from the hardware store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/diy/40444-stand-build-process-if-anyone-interested.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akambience Posted October 13, 2011 Author Share Posted October 13, 2011 These are great links, thanks guys. I guess I doubt the engineering of my stand. 1" plywood just doesn't feel sturdy to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRENT Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 After building a few stands myself, my suggestion would be buy one of CL. A 55 is one of the most common tank sizes out their. It would be much cheaper and less headache. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafishinmn Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 Try checking out Reef Central. I think this link should work. I made my stand myself for a 75 gallon with 30g, sump beneath. http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=14306359#post14306359 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafishinmn Posted November 19, 2011 Share Posted November 19, 2011 Try checking out Reef Central. I think this link should work. I made my stand myself for a 75 gallon with 30g, sump beneath. http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=14306359#post14306359 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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