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	110 gallon tank on second floor of house???
X-Treme Small Fry Posts: 14 Kudos: 16 Votes: 1 Registered: 16-Feb-2005	I am about to "inherit" a 110 gallon freshwater tank and am wondering if you people think it would be ok on the second floor of my house? It is a 5ft. by 1 1/2ft. tank and would rest perpendicular over 4 joists near a main beam. (within 2 feet)
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	X-Treme That would be in round figures 900lb not including all the extras eg rocks, base, and the stand. Even though it could sound safe I would get it checked out first. Also check with the insurance company re any special risks policy required. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
X-Treme Small Fry Posts: 14 Kudos: 16 Votes: 1 Registered: 16-Feb-2005	I have been told that the weight would be anywhere from 1400 to 1900lbs complete. Is that not right?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
victimizati0n Banned Posts: 1217 Kudos: 1105 Votes: 31 Registered: 29-Apr-2004	the tank is 880 pounds with just water. So lets go with 900 pounds including the glass. You will need about 75 - 100 pounds of gravel (for a moderate layer) ANd depending on rocks, ect, lets add another 50 pounds. In all, it will be around 1100 pounds. If it is near a main beam, i would say it was ok, another support factor is if it is going up against an outside wall, which will make it even more stronger.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
Calilasseia Ultimate Fish Guru Panda Funster Posts: 5496 Kudos: 2828 Votes: 731 Registered: 10-Feb-2003	Tip. If your aquarium is on one of those traditional metal stands with the four legs at the corners, then find a large, flat piece of wood big enough for the stand to rest upon. You can paint it or varnish it to make it a decorative feature if you wish. The reason for siting your tank upon this is simple. The flat piece of wood will spread the load somewhat across the joists. Even so, I would try and enlist the assistance of someone with professional skills in this area beforehand, to make sure that the floor will support the weight. Last thing you want is half a ton of aquarium migrating downstairs and unleashing all kinds of havoc in the process. Panda Catfish fan and keeper/breeder since Christmas 2002
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23


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