A tank that size will need a mat underneath it.
Hi,
I just bought a 120cmx50x50cm tank with a wooden cupboard base, I am wondering whether it is still necessary to place a mat under the tank since tank is thick enough and the cupboard is able to absorb the weight evenly, please advise.
Thanks.
Ian Lim
A tank that size will need a mat underneath it.
Thanks, I am looking for a good mat now, was at the fish shop near my place earlier but they don't sell the mat, any idea where can I get a good quality mat for that size?
Hi Ian,
To be honest I use good old fashioned yoga mats under all my tanks - find a decent one, it was cheaper than the branded mats from the stores, plus there are a lot of colours to choose from, I picked purple as it provided a great contrast between my tank and blue-grey ADA style stand.
maybe you can try this? it's a bit exp. I use to put white styrofoam base but keep pieces peel and drop, so thinking of a long run...
http://freshnmarine.com.sg/estore/ad...=&keywords=mat
I got my custom made tank+mat from N30 tank maker
yoga mats suggested by tucker, might be good idea and it's cheaper ba
Yes, the white Styrofoam base with slowly shed white dust after a few years and it is quite annoying.
You can get something like this
https://www.google.com.sg/search?q=p...ne+board+black
at artfriend better than those traditional white foam.
Thanks to all bro who advises, well I went with the yoga mat since I have 1 in my storage, it was not used for some time but still in good condition and quality is good too so better not waste it. It is really a good alternative to those highly priced aquarium mat and I can cut it into the required size as well. Hopefully I can reported back with good news if my tank still hold up after a few months.
I think you do need a foam mat. You can buy like those craft foam from Popular. I think that should work. What I personally like to do is to put a plastic sheet, those used to wrap book, over the foam to protect the wooden cabinet
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