Build A 55 Gallon Aquarium Stand

Instructions for building a 55g aquarium stand my first time woodworking at all.

Build a 55 gallon aquarium stand.

It s a cabinet style stand that offers full bottom support and storage space. You can make your stand as tall or short as you want. 4 3 out of 5 stars 287. That is why when you look at the below picture of the frame it will look like it was double framed at both ends.

To build an aquarium stand start by adding 1 2 inch to the length and width of your aquarium to get the length and width for your stand. For this amount of weight i chose the frame to be constructed primarily out of 4 4 s fastened together with 8 corrosion resistant hex head lag screw. Imagitarium brooklyn metal tank stand 55 gallons. Download this free template and get started building today.

You will be bowled over by this dapper aquarium holder made of dimensional lumber and plywood. Aquatic fundamentals 55 gallon upright aquarium stand this mixed media measures 49 4 x 13 1 x 28 2 inches which makes it suitable for the typical 55 gallon tank dimensions. Step by step instructions here instructables. Then cut 2 pieces of wood to the desired length 4 pieces to the desired width and 8 pieces to the desired height which can be up to 3 feet.

30 gallon fish tank stand. For this stand i wanted to make sure it was able to hold the weight of a 180 gallon tank which i calculated to be at least 1500lbs. 30 180 gallon tanks could be planned by tweaking the plan a little. The idea is to build the frames first and then to install the cross wooden length that will hold the frame in positions building a solid aquarium stand.

This aquarium stand design befits 55 as well as 120 gallon aquarium tanks. Every aquarium needs a stand and sometimes it s difficult or expensive to find a stand that suits you. Next you can cover the frame solid using extra wood and can finish it using paint and stain. Aquatic fundamentals metal aquarium stand 55 gallon black 4 5 out of 5 stars 183.

2 console diy aquarium stand. Diy aquarium stand with secret door for sump. As i wanted to use a 4 foot long 55 gallon aquarium for the sump i had to make the stand a few inches longer than four feet. This wooden diy aquarium stand will elevate your fish for better viewing and provide plenty of storage.

This heavy duty diy stand will securely hold a 55 gallon aquarium and keep all of the tank equipment hidden out of sight yet easily accessible.