55 Gallon Fish Tank Stand

If you’re into aquarium fish and need a sturdy and inexpensive tank stand, building your own aquarium stand is a good woodworking project that’s not too difficult for someone with a few basic carpentry skills. You can use a variety of woods and vary the stain to suit your decorating style. You’ll also be able to add finishing components to dress up your stand, or you can use minimal decorative elements to keep your cost down.

This stand is very sturdy, as it must support the weight of a 55-gallon tank. The plan calls for double 2x4 members at the corners and a fully reinforced shelf that can accommodate a 10-gallon quarantine tank. There’s also lots of room to hold all the miscellaneous supplies, food and testing equipment your little colony will need.

The shell of the stand is made of furniture grade plywood, and it can be stained and varnished with a waterproof sealant to protect the finish. This stand features four doors with simple framing and blends with almost any décor.