aqua-ed Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 As many probably know by know (I keep hitting the forum with questions ), I am setting up my 55g. The spot I have designated for my tank has wood flooring. Of course, then, I'm worried about the constant drips, splashes, and leaks that are guaranteed to happen over time. Then, of course, I'll end up with a big rot hole when it comes time to move again. Any suggestions on what to put underneath the tank to prevent said drips, splashes, and leaks from resting on the floor? Does anyone else have a similar situation? Advice? Thanks! -Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanz Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I use those welcome mats with rubberized bottoms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 If you want to get real busy. Get yourself a rectangle piece of wood that is bigger then the stand, cover it in tile or vinyl flooring. Then build an edge around it that is slightly taller and silicone that to the bottom. that way if water spills it will be contained for easy cleanup. And you can get all fancy with the color of tiles/vinyl. Hope that makes sence and helps some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I agree with Michael, building a short pedestal is the way to go. If you want to get real fancy, you can build a drain on it too, and have the drain feed into your waste water line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I really was not thinking of a pedestal........ more like a giant decorated cookie sheet under the stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Pedestal may not have been the best choice of words on my part, I was thinking no taller than 3" or 4" -- certainly taller than a cookie sheet, but not something to stand on to see the parade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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