Where to buy a nice stand since their are tank sales

Pazzoman

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Hey Everyone,


My LFS is have a sale on all their tanks which range all the way up to the 300 gallon marine land deep dimension which is selling for $1200 (Just the tank)

However Im more interested in eigter the 180 or 220 gallon tank however their stands cost more then the tank!

I have the chance to get a 180 for reef ready for $650 or a 220 for $800 but the stands which are montery brands cost $790 for both and $412 for the canopy.

I feel like the tank is at a great price but the stand and canopy isn't even tho they look nice. So basically I'm looking to buy a nice looking stand as well as canopy for less any manufactures in mind?
 

Pazzoman

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Just posted this here on the vendor page as I realize it might be better to have it their...unless you have ideas I will gladly appreciate it
 

booth2010

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Honestly no price will come close to a DIY stand if you are good with wood working. I built a stand for my 75 gallon for 150$ and it will hold the weight of a 150ish gallon based on how well I supported it.
 

virgil2090

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X2 for DIY.many choices for simple stand or finishing it with trim.you could even hire somebody to do the work if your not up to the task for cheaper than store bought
 

Pazzoman

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Thanks for your input Im not really too handy but now that I think about it one of my relatives is a carpenter....and maybe he maybe able to help me with this. Thanks!
 

Lady Blast

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I guess I am spoiled with my dad being in construction. I get mad that some stores sell stands made out of particle board that is really not okay ....Good luck and I hope your family member can help you!
 
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