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A few tips on choosing an aquarium canopy
Posted by admin in aquarium canopy, aquarium stand, fist tank stand, tank stand on November 29th, 2009
Fish tank stands are stands designed specifically to hold aquariums.
They come in several different sizes and styles to fit any room décor. There are stands available where the unit is one piece that you place the aquarium inside of so it gives an all over visual appeal. Sizes for this item range from the 10 gallon aquarium to the 29 gallon.
Simple aquarium stands:
There are also stands available where you simply place the aquarium on top. These come in numerous styles and designs. You can find everything from a simple metal unit to an intricately designed hardwood.
Aquarium canopy:
There are also stands that have canopy accessories available if you would like to create a unit that has more of a home furnishings appeal to it.
Make attention to weight!
When choosing a stand for your aquarium it is important to make sure the stand will support the weight. A good rule of thumb is to add 8 pounds in weight for every gallon of water. So your tank weight would be the total in gallons of water times 8 plus the weight of your fish and accessories. Also a consideration is the vibration level in the area you will have the stand.
If you have a lot of children running around or live in an earthquake area you will want to make sure your stand is sturdy en any possible mishaps.
Fish Tank Stand: An Unexpected Adventure
Posted by fishtankstand in aquarium stand, fist tank stand, tank stand on November 19th, 2009
Picking out a fish tank stand may not seem like a complicated, let alone interesting, expedition, and if you stick to those black plastic options offered by the local pet store, it isn’t.
However, if you apply a bit of creativity, you’ll find a stand that is both functional and fitting, and maybe even fun. Start at the pet store, but then branch out to consider other options. Be adventurous.
If your funky tank is full of neon rocks and sports a black light, consider settling it on top of a brightly colored plastic stand. You can even paint it yourself to match the colors of the tank!
If it has shelves under the main table, fill it with fun retro items like a lava lamp.
For more classy, clear and blue tanks, think about a glass-topped table.
This will give an illusion of transparency and motion. Accent this kind of tank with clear glass beads and vases for a refined touch.
And for those more traditional tanks, you might choose an antique sideboard or coffee table. Just be sure to protect the top, and this will add an old world feel to your room as well as give you a nice storage space for your tank supplies.
Above all, feel free to experiment.
Your fish aren’t boring; their fish tank stand shouldn’t be either.