Do I need one piece of plywood or 2

[M3AN ONE]

So I got a new tank well new to me stand dimension are 48x48 1/2 LxW however tank dimensions are 48 1/2x48 3/4 slightly larger so I figured I would go with a 49x49 piece of plywood slight my oversized to cover over the stand that is slightly smaller than the tank. Only issue is I can’t find any plywood that’s over 48 inches wide. Can I use 2 slightly small prices of plywood and put them together or is it better to have one solid piece

 

[M3AN ONE]

Tank is rimless glass so will carry all its weight a
Round the edges

 

[M3AN ONE]

Found a 5x5 3/4 plywood that I can cut down to 49x49 inches but they want $140. Not worth it imo

 

[Kelly_Aquatics]

As long as you don’t care about looks I would cut two pieces and screw them into the stand. I would also put a rubber or foam mat between the tank and stand to absorb any imperfections or uneven weight.

 

[M3AN ONE]

As long as you don’t care about looks I would cut two pieces and screw them into the stand. I would also put a rubber or foam mat between the tank and stand to absorb any imperfections or uneven weight.

stand is metal should I still screw?

 

[Kelly_Aquatics]

stand is metal should I still screw?

The weight of the tank will hold them in place, just be careful moving the tank.

 

[Cal Amari]

Will any or the frame be directly over the stand or is the whole frame only supported by the wood overhanging the stand?

 

[wednesday13]

Ply would probably b ok… id screw 2x4’s or 1x3 around the top lip of ur metal stand. Will b alot stronger that way for bottom support.

 

[M3AN ONE]

Will any or the frame be directly over the stand or is the whole frame only supported by the wood overhanging the stand?

frame will be on stand just a quarter of a inch hanging off. I caved and bought 5x5 1 inch thick plywood and had it cut down to 49x49 inch. I didn’t realize how heavy one inch plywood is. Seems over twice as heavy as 3/4