Building simple aquarium stand 40 gallon breeder tank
I bought a 40 gallon aquarium but I didn't have a stand for it, so I had to either buy one or build one. I chose to build it, although, this is the smallest stand I have built. It was much easier to manage, though!
Supplies used:
I started with (7) 2x4's I purchased at Lowes. I want to point out that these same 2x4x8's were about $3.95 last year. Today, they are nearly $7 each.
Also, I typically buy a piece of OSB sheathing and cut it down to use as the top of the stand, as well as, the bottom shelf of the stand. Last year a sheet of OSB was around $13... today, its over $30.
So, in this build I did use some spare materials I had laying around the garage.
But, start with the (7) 2x4x8's and cut them into these pieces and quantities.
(4) 37 inch boards
(4) 30 inch boards
(6) 16 inch boards
(8) 23 inch boards
Then assemble as shown.
Use whatever wood you have and cut out a top for the stand and the bottom shelve (floor of the inside cabinet). I prefer the cheaper OSB because I paint it any way.
Note: You will see me using a pneumatic nail gun. What you may not see is that I went back and used 2.5 inch deck screws to firm up all the boards that will carry a load or make up the framework of the stand.
Disclaimer: Build this stand at your own risk. Use safety glasses, dusk mask, and common sense. Just because you see Gebo's Garage building things a certain way, doesn't mean that you should too. Always use your own best judgement.
This tank stand made its way downstairs and is ready for the aquarium. The final project turned out nice. I am pretty happy with it so far. I may or may not add cabinet doors to it, as I think the canister filter I am going to use will look nice underneath the stand.
If you do build this - have some fun with it. Come back and let us know how your build went!
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Solid tank build showing all the steps. Also loved the “life going on” around you as you built it.
@GebosGarage
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We had family come over for dinner during this build and then there was a conversation with a few of the neighbors. Sometimes, you just gotta film when you can. LOL... Thanks for liking the video and for you kind comments.
Love this stand and how you revealed the lengths of everything. I like how i can also take this build idea for a 40 but can use same build idea for a 75g or bigger too. Awesome!
Very cool! I'm gonna attempt to build this for my 40 gallon!
@GebosGarage
4 ай бұрын
You can do it!
Nice. Heart stopping moment when you threw the pry bar up and caught it though.
@GebosGarage
9 ай бұрын
I like living on the edge... LOL.
Nice job with a quick, put it all together madness. I like your moving blanket trick, you’ve shown the world necessity is the mother of invention!
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
See, every now and then, I have an idea that works.
Thank you for this! I haven't really made something like this before, but going to do this coming up!
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Well, how did you do? Did you make one? It's fun and exciting to make your own stand, the way you want it. I hope you did. And I hope it turned out great! I will be building a new stand for my custom rimless tank I just picked up last night. As the summer dwindles, my hobby picks back up!
@Tang526
9 ай бұрын
My friend is a carpenter was helping my stand and he accidentally made the frames of the stand with the legs and not the longest piece and now the tank can’t fit on the stand 😂 He wants to dismantle it and use the sand pieces. Will having extra holes in the wood weaken the stand?
Solid and most simple one to make...thanks a lot mate :)
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. Take care my friend.
I have three suggestions for improvement: 1. Make the stand the same height as the stand next to it. 2. Use filler in the 4 gaps between the uprights and the top and bottom before you paint. 3. Paint the insides of the walls.
@GebosGarage
9 ай бұрын
This is great advise for my next stand build. Thanks!
I love it! Thanks for sharing.
@GebosGarage
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Another winner Mr.Gebo!
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, DBS
You could have stopped @3:29 Put a piece of plywood on top and a shelf halfway from the bottom to hold the legs in place. A standard 2x4 stud has a safe vertical load rating of 1000#. You have 12 of them to hold a 400# aquarium.
@GebosGarage
8 ай бұрын
Maybe I will try that next time. Thanks!
I would like it to be alittle longer lengthwise so there’s still alittle room on each side of the tank. I was thinking of doing 38” pieces instead of 37”. Would it still support it the same if I did 38” instead of the 37”?
@GebosGarage
Ай бұрын
That's what's nice about building your stand. You can play around with the size to make it custom for your needs. Building with 2x4's means it will hold whatever aquarium you put on it.
Hi there Good job have good day and happy day.
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! You too!
I trust you with my life bro, let's build this stand
@GebosGarage
8 ай бұрын
Did you build it?
@jreffjeff7909
8 ай бұрын
I did it's the first thing I ever built
Would a 29gal fit on the bottom shelf and still be supported correctly?
@GebosGarage
Ай бұрын
With a bottom shelf, for sure.
Thanks for the video. I'm wanting to make this for my 40 gallon ball python terrarium. Is there any advice on support to keep tank for moving if bumped into? To stop any sliding? It isn't in a high traffic area but just in case.
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
The water in my aquarium has the weight to hold it down. But, in your case, you could always add some trim pieces all the way around to give the tank something to "catch" on, or a lip to prevent it from sliding off. It would look nice too! Like some 1x2 boards cut to fit or even quarter round would do it.
@mattievonderhaar7470
Жыл бұрын
@@GebosGarage Thank you!
I’m so glad I found this video!! Looking to build for a 36gal bowfront, would this be okay?
@sierrarosenberg2583
Жыл бұрын
I was also going to make the legs taller so my tank is almost eye level with me, that won’t create stability issues right? I’ll definitely be putting the supports on the legs as well
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
I would use caution going taller. Although it's only 36 gallon tank, you certainly don't want it to be top-heavy.
how thick are the pieces of wood and what kind of panels are they?
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
I used 2x4's (the cheapest they had in stock) and a used a sheet of OSB sheathing to make the sides. OSB is not the preferred material, but the price makes it attractive, and I paint it to give it some protection.
I wish you lived by me. I’d pay to have you help me build a stand for my 75 lol.
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I just picked up a beautiful used salt water tank last night. I will be rehabbing the tank, stand and plumbing. Stay tuned for that. I will most likely be building another tank stand, too. Glad you liked the video. Thanks for dropping by.
So I made this stand a few weeks ago for our 55 gallon tank but last week my wife decided to surprise me with a 75 gallon replacement. Do you think it would be safe to remove the side boards to increase the width and reuse the rest as is? The 75 gallon is the same 48 inches long but it is 6 inches wider.
@pobster88j94
Жыл бұрын
If you do make a 75 stand let me know the exact cut sizes you use. I’m trying to do the same thing.
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
Sorry I didn't reply sooner. What did you end up doing? You could have lengthened the boards that went from front to back to accommodate the larger width. I think the 55 gallons (some) are only 12 wide, 48 long, where the 75 is 18 wide, 48 long. Good luck! Let us know how you did.
What are the dimensions for the piece of wood you laid across the top for extra support?
@GebosGarage
5 ай бұрын
I don't remember exactly, but it was just large enough to fit perfectly. Just enough to cover, but not overhang the 2x4's.
@GebosGarage
5 ай бұрын
I don't remember exactly, but it was just large enough to fit perfectly. Just enough to cover, but not overhang the 2x4's.
@jernigan23
5 ай бұрын
@@GebosGarage ok thanks
I have no idea how you kept everything lined up just by your eyes lol
@GebosGarage
Жыл бұрын
LOL. Straight cuts, flat surface to assemble. I also used a speed square to check for square before i nailed, but I'm not sure if I filmed it.