Need advice refinishing a tank stand...

[TorryRx]

Hello, all!

I bought a used 180 gallon tank for a phenomenal price, but the stand doesn't match my decor. I plan to refinish it in a matte (flat) black. Let's just say that I'm not the most handy person, so I could definitely use some advice...

I know a few of you guys are pretty experienced in this department. Any suggestions?

Thanks!
Torry

 

[bawla47]

i did mine a gloss black and it didnt come out too bad.


If you can get a hold of a automotive or HLVP gravity spray gun, that would be best. and use a urathane automotive type paint, most are self leveling.

Sand your stand with 220 grit, and then 3-400 grit really smooth.

I used Black laucquer spray paint in cans, and top coated with a clear coat.

but flat would be alot easier and would hide more. Try sanding 1 side of your stand and try some flat spray paint and see if thats the results you are looking for. That would be the easiest route and probably cheapest. Just dont buy the .99 stuff.

 

[ZURCSREEF]

Should probably message thesaent14, he is good with the DIY stuff.

 

[thesaent14]

i just finish my 180 i built everytink for it this is a link if yo ned any ideas my 180 i a island i have on the canopy open in both sices the same with the stand i have 4 doors wich they all come of from the stand the hall tank is i level @ 43 hi

here is one link
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=861425

and here is one of my DIY
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=7701053#post7701053

 

[nyvp]

if you just want to paint it not stain it these are great. Also you can go to a boating supply store and buy bilge paint its real thick and is water resistant comes in any color you want.

http://www.aquaticeco.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/product.detail/iid/11733/cid/3035