whats better

[chefsreef]

i am about to set up a 125 gallon mix reef tank just want 2 see what would be better iron stand or wood.

 

[thirty5]

Depends on what you want it to look like. A wood stand usually has a nicer look to it. I don't think that either would really be better. If you will see the stand then you might want a wooden one so that if it is finished. If you won't see it then the iron will work just as well. I think that it is up to you, as long as they are both built to hold the tank, then either one.

 

[thirty6]

Never had an iron stand. I would go with whatever one offers most space underneath, unless you like the look of one better.

 

[xxxAngeloxxx]

wood stand enough said =D reason as thing 1 said it will look nice especially in your living if you plan on leaving it there.

 

[yogi]

Wood. The significant other will be happy with that. :kiss:
hehehe

 

[bklynreef]

iron stand and wrap it in wood. it will last longer and no warping.

 

[Master Shake]

wood hands down unless you are getting it powder coated which i highly doubt, paint is not enough. if fresh then id say go with iron cuz its cheaper

 

[thirty6]

iron stand and wrap it in wood. it will last longer and no warping.

Good idea

 

[Og Drogon]

iron stand and wrap it in wood. it will last longer and no warping.

+1
Yeah I seen that done with a 40B stand, and it's very nice.

 

[Turbovr3six]

iron stand and wrap it in wood. it will last longer and no warping.

+1

I would attach the skins with magnets so you can remove them and have extra working room.

 

[yogi]

nice setup

 

[ClosetFishGeek]

iron stand and wrap it in wood. it will last longer and no warping.

+1 this is what I did. You can powder coat or apply a couple of coats of paint and a verry good poly/resin. Works like a charm.

 

[bklynreef]

Powdercoat it ofcorse... If you want another tip if the sump is going in to the cellar, then throw all tubes to the rear of the tank and create a revovalble barrier so you can use the front for storage closets or book shelves. You can make it appear as if its floating ot put doors to hide whatever is inside. I did doors myself, 5 doors that open so I can store things in there.