Ok, if someone could clarify a few things for me, making first stand this weekend (thanks so much for the plans!) and want to make sure I haven't missed anything:
Tank is RR 125G 72X18X22
Tired of bending over, want to make stand 40" tall...will be room divider, not against wall, extra height will help viewing from kitchen
1. Based on equation given earlier, having a taller stand with this size aquarium should not be an issue as long as it is sturdy (will probably secure to floor as well)...does it matter that tank is not very wide, just skinny? Does it matter that it will not be resting against a wall? Planning on sheetrocking around stand to give more built-in look instead of skinning, should I skin in cheaper wood also for more support?
2. I have not seen anyone answer the question regarding sealing/painting the stand...is it necessary? I have seen it done both ways and would prefer not to to save time, is that a bad idea? If I should seal/paint it etc what to use?
Thanks for the great thread!