HOW TO: Build an Aquarium Stand PART 1
Posted by admin on Feb.14, 2012, under Uncategorized
www.diyfishkeepers.com This is a tutorial on how to build an aquarium stand frame. In this video , i show all materials needed, total cost, and how to put it together. Kepp in mind, I kept this as simple as possible. Once i wrap this in plywood, the plywood gets screwed directly to the frame, so the strength would then increase even more. The reason for keeping most of my builds as simple as possible, is so that a wider range of people can actually do them. I try to keep tools, and complications to an absolute minimum. . . . . . . . . …………………………………………………………………….. Additional tags uarujoey uaru joey aquarium fish tank diy do it yourself acrylic glass plywood how to tutorial construction build make background black dream discus filter wet/dry wet dry k1 kaldness eheim fluval fish tank how to build an aquarium stand how to build an aquarium
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February 14th, 2012 on 11:55 am
This is a bit off topic but i build a canopy and want to know if i need to paint the inside so the wood wont mold? The tank wont be having any type of lid just the canopy. If so which paint do i use.Thanks. Nice Vid.
February 14th, 2012 on 12:07 pm
@uarujoey Thank you. I’ll keep a look out
February 14th, 2012 on 1:02 pm
@chillirun Im very happy to know you used my videos to help build your self something! I dont have any plans for a corner tank right now, but may consider one in the future.
February 14th, 2012 on 1:15 pm
I’m a huge fan of your channel and with your help I was able to build a nice acrylic tank with a stand for my fish, so a big THANK YOU! And also, any plans on a diy corner tank in the future?
February 14th, 2012 on 1:36 pm
@romeo9229 Glad you finished watching the whole video.
February 14th, 2012 on 2:23 pm
Yea..! You are going to make it… Lol…
February 14th, 2012 on 2:38 pm
Hey you should make a video of HOW TO MAKE A CANOPY…! (AKA FISH TANK HOOD) LOL… please do so… I have subscribed but am wanting someone to show how to make 1…
February 14th, 2012 on 2:47 pm
i just built my stand using your tutorial.i have a couple questions about the wrap and doors. like any specific material? do you glue it on or use finishing nails then fill them in?
also do you do anything special with the doors?
thanks for the great channel man. man stand cost me about $50 so far including screws bits and wood. not bad i hope i only need one sheet for a wrap so that will only be another 20 or 30.
much love
February 14th, 2012 on 2:55 pm
When are you posting the second part of the video?
February 14th, 2012 on 3:11 pm
up to how many gallon tanks can this hold 75?
February 14th, 2012 on 3:57 pm
@mustangmike420 No problem. I have a link to my facebook page on my channel.
February 14th, 2012 on 4:07 pm
hey joe than alot for this video it helped alot i have this all planed out to build on thursday great video keep up the good work do you have facebook?
February 14th, 2012 on 4:53 pm
@planktonchipz Thank you.
February 14th, 2012 on 5:38 pm
@jdubbsmithjr This video should help you with the planning you need. things to look for, and how to do it. The blueprints you need are in this video. Simply add an extra support in the middle like i mentioned in the video.
February 14th, 2012 on 6:03 pm
@bighope1 Thank you. I’ll cover light and filtration with the canopy. Things to plan for, etc..
The new channel will cover everything in this hobby other than DIY. So basically covering everything from beginner topics, to expert topics. A new video or 2 every week. I will pour everything i know on this hobby into that channel.
February 14th, 2012 on 6:23 pm
First off thanks!! I hope you are gonna tackle a hood or lighting in the future. For anyone working at You Tube any commercial is a small price to pay for the knowledge this guy dispenses. What is you new channel gonna focus on.
February 14th, 2012 on 6:41 pm
Hello Sir can u please send me the measurements I need to build a stand for a 200 gallon tank (72″ long 30 1/2″ tall 17 1/2″ wide) and how many I need and what lengths also. I can pay via PayPal if necessary thanks J 4699410246
February 14th, 2012 on 7:14 pm
Great video.
February 14th, 2012 on 7:40 pm
Cheers bud, inspirational video. Am going to attempt this looks real simple but so cost effective. Keep up the good work and great videos!
February 14th, 2012 on 7:50 pm
@jkdjedi Seen that. Glad you enjoyed the video enough to share it! Good luck with your build. Hope the video helped enough to get you threw the build.
February 14th, 2012 on 7:51 pm
Posted on trophs for ya, thanks again for the video, gonna try/do this Saturday!
February 14th, 2012 on 8:10 pm
@jarheadltd A week or so.
February 14th, 2012 on 8:30 pm
When is part 2 coming?
February 14th, 2012 on 9:02 pm
@fahrenheitfan1 A 2×4 standing vertically, can support 800 pounds on its own. If you have a huge lip on your stands top, then use 3/4″-1″ plywood for the top.
February 14th, 2012 on 9:41 pm
@F1shguy I added a bit of hardware to the support that run directly under the tank. I didnt drill holes before i screwed them in. Im only using #6 screws. I dont find its needed for 2×4′s and that size screw.