Plans for a DIY Stand?

[Stevie]

Does anyone know where I can download or obtain plans to build my own aquarium stands??  I am considering a 100 + tank, but can't afford to buy everything at once, so I thought I could save some money by making my own stand.  I am also looking for ideas on building my own aquarium lighting and canopy, so if anyone has ideas on that, it would also be appreciated.

[gvv]

Try to earch Google.
I remember I found a lot info some day, but I cannot find where I save all links. Try these:
http://scubaraven.com/diy_stand.htm
http://www.aquariacentral.com/diy/
http://www.garf.org/stand.html
http://www.cyberreefguru.com/120/construction.html - some pictures and tips
http://www.kaotica.com/frag/diy/stand/index.html
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[dpatte]

i built my own stand for a 137 gal - you can arrange to see it if you like

[artw]

I also built mine for a 110.  I built it a little different than David did.    Have a look at my construction pics. they are pretty self explanatory.    http://www.pbase.com/artw/standconstruction    It is very sturdy and rock solid.  you would need a bulldozer to push it over.

[james]

Hi
I have built quite a few stands. I mainly use 2 x3 studs from Home Dept. However for a  100gal tank you would have to go with min,. 2 x4s

For a tank that size you need more bracing in the corners and middle. It should not take more than 6 or 8 pc of 2 x 4 s depending on your design  and a half sheet of plywood. (optional)  Wood and  screws your cost would be roughly $ 60.00 to 80.00)

James

[Stevie]

Awesome Guys!!  Thank You!!  I have a friend who is pretty handy with the power tools.  These look easy to understand and considerably cheaper!

Art: still have those bigger aquariums for sale?  Or all they all sold now?

Stevie

[ambushman2j]

hey art, I don't have a bulldozer but I could locate some termites and we can see how strong it is

[Anubias]

A five foot metal stand is $119 at Aquarium Services with an additional 10% discount to OVAS members. Are you really saving money?

[Stevie]

I just don't like the look of the metal stands!  I know they're cheaper but  they're too stark looking.  I prefer the look of the wood ones!

[gvv]

Maybe better idea to finish metal stand with wood?

[artw]

I like my wood stand - it was fun putting it together and it looks good if I do say so myself.   but yes david you are correct for quick and dirty metal stands are cheaper than DIY.

and yeah I still have a 96 gallon (56x18x22 high) and a 40 long (36x18x16 high) for sale