125 gallon tank on carpet

RogerMcAllen · Post by **RogerMcAllen** » 15 Aug 2006, 03:04

I have a 125 gallon tank and wish to place it in a room with fairly thick carpet. I am pretty sure the stand is an all-glass, and it looks something like these. I was just wondering if there were any special precations to take because of the carpeting such as putting a layer of plywood underneat to try to keep the tank level.

Also, it seems like the tank will be quite top heavy. Should I try attaching the stand to the wall, or is there not much of a concern over the whole thing tipping over?

Dr. Greenthumb · Post by **Dr. Greenthumb** » 15 Aug 2006, 04:27

i have my 108G on carpet,it's a DIY stand,and the whole thing tank and stand is about 4.5' high,u don't need plywood,but u can attach the stand to the wall if it would make you feel better

RogerMcAllen · Post by **RogerMcAllen** » 15 Aug 2006, 04:49

Ok, I think I might. To make room for the tank in my bedroom I will be sleeping on an air mattress in front of it so I can do a fold up bed sort of thing. If the tank comes down I will cease to exist.

Dr. Greenthumb · Post by **Dr. Greenthumb** » 15 Aug 2006, 19:34

yea then thats definitly a case where u want to be positive it's not going to tip,
good to see another person has to comprimise sleeping for tanks,I now have to sleep on a futon in my room,