will this tank (about 2000 pounds) be too much weight in my living room? Against the wall on the edge of the house. There is a basement underneath
180 on main floor
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I personally would suggest hiring a professional house contractor before deciding to do that.
Hello; I agree with this. Too many unknown variables for me (and likely anyone) to be able give you a proper answer. Someone with good knowledge of structure needs to have an actual "look see" at the floor, it's supports and the actual condition of the material.
Do you own the house?
Thi
I agree with this and I am a carpenter and joiner by trade.
Without knowing size condition and fixings used on your floor it really is impossible to say.
Seek a professional opinion.
Floor joists may need bracing to help with additional weight. A lot can depend which way your floor joist are running in comparison to tanks position.
I agree with this and I am a carpenter and joiner by trade.
Without knowing size condition and fixings used on your floor it really is impossible to say.
Seek a professional opinion.
Floor joists may need bracing to help with additional weight. A lot can depend which way your floor joist are running in comparison to tanks position.
I just asked close to the same question a few days ago. Same kinda answers. Haha.
After everyone basically agreeing a pro needs to see the floor to say for sure, I'll just have my husbands uncle look at it. (His area of work) Since I'm not currently looking for a bigger tank I can take my time.
Better safe then sorry.
After everyone basically agreeing a pro needs to see the floor to say for sure, I'll just have my husbands uncle look at it. (His area of work) Since I'm not currently looking for a bigger tank I can take my time.
Better safe then sorry.
Do you have any carpenter friends? You can reinforce the floor with 2x12 and get some adjustable lallt columns to support the weight. I have seen this done a few times with tanks way bigger than 180g. You will be fine
I had a 240g on my second story. Against a low bearing wall and perpendicular to the floor joists are a must. I also asked my engineering friends as well....
Hello; If you do own the house then you can do anything you like. We just cannot tell you it will be OK from a distance. Some floors may hold up and others may not hold a smaller tank.
Hello; Yes I am not saying the OP cannot use his tank. You consulted engineers who apparently gave you some confidence to go ahead.