Custom made Aquarium Stands

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Custom made aquarium stands are important if you are planning to set up an aquarium in your home or even at your workplace. However, often fish keepers overlook this thing. They are more caught up in the selection of fish, plants, hoods, filters, lighting systems and many other accessories.

Just like any other part of your aquarium, the stand is essential because it is where you are going to place your tank. Aquarium stands are available at your local pet store or even online. If you are handy, you can custom made your own tank stand provided that you know the right specification. There are custom aquarium designers online that offers custom made aquarium stands. You just need to think over different design options and give it to the designer.

However, it will be easy for you if you will just procure it where you can choose two main types of aquarium stands such as the open and closed stands. Open stands are made from and ideal for a smaller sized aquarium that ranges up to 40 gallons. On the other hand, the closed type stands are crafted from pressure treated wood and cover both the bottom and top of the aquarium. However, there are stands that are made from normal wood, be aware of this, as it will rot when exposed to moisture. Most aquariums are fitted in a closed type stand because it is rectangular.  It also provides maximum stability because the bottom of the aquarium stand extends a few inches more than the size of the tank. It has also a support bar in the middle of the tank to prevent from unnecessary movement. If you have the larger sized tank, it is better for you to select the closed type stand. It is also perfect for keeping the other aquarium equipment and supplies because of the built in drawers and cabinet.

Although pressure-treated wood can hold large tank, it is much better to pick metal aquarium stands that can support much more weight. However, you should choose the right material of metal that can withstand the moisture. An example of this material is the rust resistant metals. Custom made aquarium stands are good if you want to have a standard shape aquarium as well as a stable and sturdy position of your tank.

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