RockChalk Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 I'm looking for a new stand for my new (to me tank thanks @MoneyMike1987!) tank. Who, locally, do you guys know that builds stands? I'm open to ideas on whether it's metal with a wood skin or an all wood frame/skin. I contacted Crystal Dynamic Aquariums and their lead time is 10-12 weeks which is meh and for the cost, I'd rather go local. I also called Jeff @CuttleFishandCoral. Tank details: 30"w x 30"L x 18"h Starfire glass with a rimless top and a rim on the bottom Center overflow with bottom drain The stand it came with is great, but it's about 12" too short. Mike did a great job of putting it together, I just don't think it's going to work for maintenance and what I'd like to do with the tank. Stand Goals: Tall enough to hold a skimmer (1 problem with the current stand) Big enough to hold a decent sized sump (I've got a few lying around and have been known to buy 1 to fit) Wide enough to either include an equipment section for plugs and wires with access to controls Needs to look good in my living room (I currently have a Red Sea 170 with a white stand and my wife loves the look of the stand) Casters - maybe this is a terrible idea, but man if I could move this pig to get to the back... What you get: I promise to post photos of my tank build My eternal gratitude First dibs when I frag my future {name brand} corals You guys rule and have been really helpful in teaching me and taking my money. I appreciate your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 If you want to go steel then Scott is the man @spectra Brian who had Reefbox does great work in wood but not sure he is active right now. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdxmonkeyboy Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 Spectra does a top notch job and can hook you up with a powdercoater. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higher Thinking Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 This is my stand built by @spectra! Top shelf work! Welds, seams, every single one is flawless. Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoneyMike1987 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Following! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockChalk Posted June 29, 2020 Author Share Posted June 29, 2020 Thanks for the recommendations! [mention]spectra [/mention] is on it!He came over and we chatted about the stand on Friday and he’s ordering materials. So excited. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higher Thinking Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 Thanks for the recommendations! [mention]spectra [/mention] is on it!He came over and we chatted about the stand on Friday and he’s ordering materials. So excited. Nice! Excited for you. Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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