Anyone used this for tank Racking?

[816johnv]

what do people think of this for tanks? Do you think it would do the job for 3-4 2ft tanks?

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/7000814/c_1/1|category_root|Garden+and+DIY|14418702/Trail/searchtext%3ESHELVING.htm

 

[scatz]

2fts should be fine, its rated to 150kg per shelf.
i did look at similar for my room, but didn't want to risk them with 4 foot tanks

 

[816johnv]

Thanks Scatz, i have reserved one so will pick it up later today

 

[graham26]

No problems at all you could probably sit on it as well lol

 

[GrubbyGirl]

whether you'll get 4 on will depend on the height of the tanks, assumimg you put one on the top and 3 underneath you wont have much room above each tank as those shelves are quite deep. It will definitely take the weight though

 

[peter]

Interesting, I have 2 sets of these in my shed that I was thinking of using for fish tanks. They wouldnt fit a 3ft tank (only just) so will have to be 2 footers, or if I could find some 2 1/2 footers, would be even better.
Pete.

 

[macvsog23]

I use this stuff at work I found it was clap, I chucked the lot, It is weak pressed thin steel that is stamped out with ruddy sharp edges.
bends under any stress and was not fir for the job.

 

[816johnv]

I use this stuff at work I found it was clap, I chucked the lot, It is weak pressed thin steel that is stamped out with ruddy sharp edges.
bends under any stress and was not fir for the job.

ummmm thats not good not sure what to do now, maybe i should look for something a bit more expensive,

 

[Akraziatic]

I used to use similar shelving with 2 2ft tanks per shelf. Should be fine if you go with your instincts.

 

[Breamlegend]

It would be better if you cut it in half and kept the tanks lower to the ground. Also seal the MDF as it doesn't like water. Should be fine for 2 foot tanks. I would attach it to a wall if you intend on on putting 4 tanks on it.

 

[peter]

I use this stuff at work I found it was clap, I chucked the lot, It is weak pressed thin steel that is stamped out with ruddy sharp edges.
bends under any stress and was not fir for the job.

There are cheaper quality units out there, the one I have are a reasonable quality and thickness, the ones you probably are refering to are the cheaper copies of the better ones. I would definately trust mine with 2ft tanks.

 

[816johnv]

I would definately trust mine with 2ft tanks.

Are these the exact same ones you are using?

 

[rpp1973]

Are these the exact same ones you are using?

John just get them and when you have them home,if they dont look upto the job then take them back! argos are great for returns

 

[816johnv]

John just get them and when you have them home,if they dont look upto the job then take them back! argos are great for returns

Good thinking didnt think of that

 

[macvsog23]

There are cheaper quality units out there, the one I have are a reasonable quality and thickness, the ones you probably are refering to are the cheaper copies of the better ones. I would definately trust mine with 2ft tanks.

The ones I was lumbered with were from Argos.

 

[foti]

what ever you decide for i saw 3 different racks calculate the weigth each of your tanks weight with water and anything else you chose to add and then see if less than 150kgs go for it ?
bream gave you the best advice i believe bolt it to the wall if you decide to place all four on this rack
or cut it in half!

 

[Joby]

I did get one of these and currently there is a 32" and 24" on it on the bottom and middle rows and its steady as a rock :thumbup: Am going to put another tank on the top but will only be using 3 shelves or I will need a step ladder to reach another one :wb:

I decided on this one as it fitted the space perfectly that I had, my next one will be from Rapid Racking and a bit bigger