Good advice but I would also suggest that the design and construction needed
for say a 10 gallon tank differs significantly from that required for a 180
gallon tank. Not only is the tank larger and hence heavier, but the
physical dimensions are different. It is not terribly unusual for a 10
gallon tank to be on a stand that is approximately table height but larger
tanks are usually situatied somewhat lower. This has to do with viewing
height as well as the ease/practicality of lifting the tank up higher and
also of maintaining it.
"C&S" wrote in message
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"Rich" wrote in message
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Sorry about the declarative question. I was looking for some other ideas
on
case construction and trim finishing.

That's much better.

Here's a start. See what appeals to you in terms of style and function.

http://images.google.com/images?svnu...+stand&spell=1

(go to Google.com click on images, then type in "aquarium stand")

There are four ways to go about the engineering of a stand (that I can
think
of).

1. Basically a table (open bottom)
2. 2x4 skeleton with plywood skins
3. Structural plywood box (like a kitchen cabinet)
4. Traditional solid wood frame and panel construction.

But that is all putting the cart before the horse. Use the Google images
to
get an idea of what you want and let that, in conjunction with your skill
set and tool portfolio, be your guide.

Start with "what" and work towards "how".

Refine your idea of what, and share with us your vision. Let us know a bit
about your skills and tools and we can likely make some very specific
recommendations.

Regards,

Steve