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    Rack for fishtank

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    I am working on a new project and need a sturdy rack for a 2ftx1ftx1ft tank. I was looking at Ikea's IVAR rack but worried about the weight...

    Any recommendations of (nice looking) racks similar to IKEA's IVAR and also sturdy enough for my needs?

    Thanks.

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    I believe it should be alright as long as it is not at the top level of the rack... In case it topples...

    You will need to vanish the pine first so that water drips will not spoil the wood...
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    Quote Originally Posted by valice View Post
    I believe it should be alright as long as it is not at the top level of the rack... In case it topples...

    You will need to vanish the pine first so that water drips will not spoil the wood...
    I calculated the weight of such a tank should be about 57L, hence 57kg in weight if filled with water. But this is not including the equipment and sand

    Think will hit about 65kg in weight.

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    What about this?
    http://www.ikea.com.sg/products/prod...ay.asp?id=2480

    Looks more stable... And birch veneer is pretty strong... Given that my tank cabinets are using plywood...
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    The IVAR series from IKEA is not really suitable for fish tanks. The wood turns soft if not treated properly. Once that happens, it's a disaster waiting to happen. The total weight of tank + substrate + equipment + deco can be more than 65 kg.

    Must it be wood? Otherwise, a simple wrought iron stand can be dress up quick well to suit your needs.

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    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Just imagine whether the Ikea racks can hold the weight of an adult of 57 to 65Kg?

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    Thanks all for your suggestions.
    The thing is, I need the rack to look presentable as it'll be place beside a dislpay cabinet and iron stands doesn't look good...

    The search continues

    Thanks

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    Have you check out the cabinets at C328? They are not as expensive as you think. Around S$95 each. Black, simple and presentable.

    Cheers,
    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Quote Originally Posted by benny View Post
    Have you check out the cabinets at C328? They are not as expensive as you think. Around S$95 each. Black, simple and presentable.

    Cheers,
    I build 3 tier DIY rack using metal frame from metal shop, its end up more expensive than buy from LFS. I saw iron rack at LFS sell for $3x

    In my opinion, not worth the hazel, unless you love DIY.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shadow View Post
    I build 3 tier DIY rack using metal frame from metal shop, its end up more expensive than buy from LFS. I saw iron rack at LFS sell for $3x

    In my opinion, not worth the hazel, unless you love DIY.
    How much you pay for the metal frame per piece? I am going to make 1 myself too. is chaeper than a WI stand

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    Quote Originally Posted by valice View Post
    What about this?
    http://www.ikea.com.sg/products/prod...ay.asp?id=2480

    Looks more stable... And birch veneer is pretty strong... Given that my tank cabinets are using plywood...
    This one looks good... I wonder if they are easy to assemble... I need a stand to place a fish tank in my office!
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    Should be quite easy even by your standard...
    Will be heading down to take a look for my room bookshelf cum photo tank...
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    Sure? No tools required ah?... I really would like to take a look then lor... Thanks!
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    Quote Originally Posted by stephen chung View Post
    How much you pay for the metal frame per piece? I am going to make 1 myself too. is chaeper than a WI stand
    1 rod of metal frame 10ft is $8.5. You can ask the shop to cut it into your desired length. I bought WI (not really sure WI or normal I) for only $3x (2tier) the 3 tier DIY I made cost me about double.
    Last edited by Shadow; 27th Dec 2006 at 00:03.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Justikanz View Post
    Sure? No tools required ah?... I really would like to take a look then lor... Thanks!
    Ikea stuff usually come with the tool to assembly it. It just an L key

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    I am looking for rack for six guppy tanks. I saw a 3-tier galvanised iron rack at Ikea selling at $40. Maximum loading is 65Kg per shelf. Tempted to buy but I thought a WI rack is stronger and more stable. There are also wooden rack at Ikea and typical loading is 50Kg per shelf.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shadow View Post
    1 rod of metal frame 10ft is $8.5. You can ask the shop to cut it into your desired length. I bought WI (not really sure WI or normal I) for only $35 (2tier) the 3 tier DIY I made cost me about double.
    Bloody hell, one LFS quoted me $85 for a WI 3tier 2x1.5.

    In that case I misght as well make my own..

    Where did you get ur stand?

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    There's a reason why certain prices are being charged, usually to cover unseen overheads... And that is the reason why open direct price discussions are NOT encouraged in the forum. We do not know what unseen overheads a shop has to bear more than another. As such, please refrain from such discussions openly and use the PMs instead. Thank you.
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    Quote Originally Posted by stephen chung View Post
    Bloody hell, one LFS quoted me $85 for a WI 3tier 2x1.5.

    In that case I misght as well make my own..

    Where did you get ur stand?
    if it is 3 tier, it worth to buy, the one i bought is 2 tier 2x1ft and if you compare it, WI will look much better.

    PM you on the shop

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    EDITED: Please do not solicit openly! Thanks.
    Last edited by Justikanz; 27th Dec 2006 at 14:00.

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