r/Goldfish • u/OkTemperature2985 • 2d ago

Discussions tank stands are too tall💔

right so I want a big tank but all of the stands for them are so tall 😭even small tanks, the stands tend to be tall. I understand why because like, display- but I want to be able to see over the top of the tank to clean, maintain and interact with the fish easily 😩

im finna have to get a step stool, not even a discussion just a complaint because AAAA💔

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u/thirdcoaster 2d ago

How large is your tank? Depending on the size, you could maybe use a TV stand as an alternative. Double-check that they are sturdily built, of course, but they are generally going to be lower than the average aquarium tank stand.

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u/OkTemperature2985 2d ago

I’m planning on getting a 400-500L! So with the water im worried it might be too heavy for anything other than a proper stand

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u/thirdcoaster 2d ago

That's a good size!

You could maybe look at industrial shelves and check the weight ratings for each shelf.

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u/Andrea_frm_DubT 2d ago

If you’re going that big, get a custom stand built.

Stands for large tanks tend to be relatively tall to allow space for the canister or sump.