180g Tank Stand Build [photos]

[Mastiffman/ Duramax7Man7]

Thanks Ben! I've had plenty of compliments on the few that I've built. I enjoy making them too.

[GMtrophs]

Drew i know u used a pressure treated lumber but is it ok to use the kiln dried ones?

[Mastiffman/ Duramax7Man7]

Yes sir!

If you are making a stand for a:

1.4ft glass tank, no center posts are needed (make the posts with a long piece [height of the cabinet] and a short piece to go in between the top and bottom frame)
2.4ft Acrylic tank, Center post only in the back and skin the front, sides and top before setting up the tank.
3.6ft Glass or Acrylic tank, use center posts in front and back and must skin at least the front first for full support of the acrylic bottom

Let me know if you have any other questions. I'd be more than happy to help!

[john]

Nice build Andrew.I'm in the process now of building my second tank for my colony that i don't have yet.LOL

[Mastiffman/ Duramax7Man7]

Glad you found it helpful! That's the goal...

[joelgama]

Great Job Andrew, beautiful stand , I will never forget when you gave me the tip about the foam roller about 3 years ago; I have plans to build a 180 gal stand and was planning to have it made of steel and welded but I am thinking twice now.

Thanks for shearing with the forum.

[rickten]

Awesome build! May need to hire you for my next tank!

[darthvader]

You done a very nice job of building the stand thanks for sharing.

[Mastiffman/ Duramax7Man7]

Thanks. They stand up to the test of time. Well so far they do!

[darthvader]

I just saw this post and I must say I'm really impressed good job Andrew.