New tank bigger than stand...need advice

[jackson6745]

I currently have a 24gal aquapod but have thinking about upgrading to a 34gal solana. The solana is 20"x20" Problem is my stand is 21"x18-1/4"

If I put the solana on my stand it would hang off the back 1-3/4". Do you think this could damage the tank and cause a disaster?

 

[Bob 1000]

Make a piece of plywood make up the difference.. Give me a call... Going to play pool now...

 

[House of Laughter]

Rich,

I would take a 3'4 piece of ply the size you desire, paint it the same color (prime first) and glue it to the existing stand with gorilla glue. Route the edge to the style you desire (before painting of course)

House

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Rich the solana stand is so nice I would just buy it.

 

[FREEZE]

The plywood solution works - I had one for years and never had any issues.

 

[jackson6745]

Rich the solana stand is so nice I would just buy it.

Thanks for the replies guys.

I like mine better I hate low stands. The solana stand is higher than the average stand but still not at eye level unless you're 5' tall.

This is what my stand looks like. I think the top platform is glued on. I can probably pry it off and change for a larger piece. DO you guys really think it's necessary though? Is the 1-3/4" going to compromise the integrity of the tank?

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

I would not trust it with the hangover that's alot of area to be hanging out in the air IMO if you know what I mean. I would do like the others are saying and get a piece of plywood and finish it then out it on your current stand.

 

[jackson6745]

I hear ya Brendan. I agree Just trying to be lazy for a quick easy upgrade

 

[Bob 1000]

Call me I'll make something for you... For free...

Good guy Bump,,,,lol... Only cause your broken right now and you gave me some nice pieces,,,,lol...

 

[rgun2515]

I would not chance it... Not worth the chance... Not when Bob has made a great offer.

 

[jackson6745]

Call me I'll make something for you... For free...

Good guy Bump,,,,lol... Only cause your broken right now and you gave me some nice pieces,,,,lol...

:splitspinThanks Tobin!!! That's really nice of you. I'll give you a call.

 

[CHEMCHEF]

You could also just take 2 2x4 cut to height stain and use them as posts in the back, youll nevr see them. but if someone is going to make u something for free,, /thats a good price

 

[georgelc86]

Jackson I have 3/4" MDF I can cut to the size of the Soluna. I have extra materials that should work.

 

[rgun2515]

Jackson I have 3/4" MDF I can cut to the size of the Soluna. I have extra materials that should work.

I think MDF swells and falls apart if it gets wet...

 

[georgelc86]

You know I have left peices of MDF outside, it swelled but I havnt seen it flake but its not weight bearing either. If Rich were to put some poly on it I dont think it would be too bad. I was just offering. Honestly what ever wood is used will be a problem in the long run anyway.

 

[rgun2515]

You know I have left peices of MDF outside, it swelled but I havnt seen it flake but its not weight bearing either. If Rich were to put some poly on it I dont think it would be too bad. I was just offering. Honestly what ever wood is used will be a problem in the long run anyway.

True. Unless you use Marine plywood covered with fiberglass...

Maybe cover with formica... will repell the water...

 

[georgelc86]

Or maybe get a peice of acrylic from homepot cut that to size and use that on top of the MDF or whatever wood is used. The plastic would only be $8.

 

[rgun2515]

Or maybe get a peice of acrylic from homepot cut that to size and use that on top of the MDF or whatever wood is used. The plastic would only be $8.

great idea! that would work...

 

[jackson6745]

Thanks for the suggestions guys. What do you guys think about getting a granite top that is 20x20? The condominium complex that I live in is still in construction. I maybe able to get a piece of scrap pretty cheap or trade for beer
I think a color like this might look cool.

 

[jackson6745]

Or maybe get a peice of acrylic from homepot cut that to size and use that on top of the MDF or whatever wood is used. The plastic would only be $8.

Sounds like a good idea.