Cushion under tank

[David Abbott]

I am ready to put my tank on the stand. 60" x 24" x 27" high all sides are 3/4" glass, bottom is 5/8" 3/4" plywood on top of stand. Is it necessary to put styrofoam under the tank??

 

[link81]

is there a plastic trim ring on the bottom of the tank?

 

[David Abbott]

is there a plastic trim ring on the bottom of the tank?

No

 

[link81]

then i believe that yes, a cushion is generally required under the tank to eliminate any high spots in the wood causing pressure points on the glass.

 

[David Abbott]

then i believe that yes, a cushion is generally required under the tank to eliminate any high spots in the wood causing pressure points on the glass.

Thats what I was thinking!! how about a rubber 1/8" or 1/4" instead of styrofoam??

 

[Terry Mattson]

I would. Water weights about 8 pounds per gallon. Plus tank. Without the cushion the glass will stress.

 

[link81]

that i'm not sure. maybe if it was soft enough.

 

[David Abbott]

that i'm not sure. maybe if it was soft enough.

OK thanks

 

[Terry Mattson]

You can use this.

 

[link81]

i've also heard of yoga mats and those foam camping mats being used. basically you want something soft enough to conform to the stand imperfections, but firm enough to not totally compress when the tank is filled.

 

[Terry Mattson]

The Matt is available in other sizes. Or cit to fit.

 

[Marco S]

Edit: I missed the post that stated this is a frameless tank. Please ignore the previous comment I had about framed tanks not requiring a mat.