What rack systems do you use?

[1977]

I use this rack from home depot, and I sure can't get the tank space I thought I would. Bottom shelf is way too low but I have no choice, middle shelf is perfect, top shelf is too high. I would like to purchase a 75 and a 125 soon also and there is no way this rack will work. What systems or configurations do all of you use,best use of space for breeding and raising tanks?

[GulfCoastDiscus]

1977,
Build your own using 2x4. It's a lot cheaper and you can build to fit exactly any size tank. Make sure to use the deck screws (primeguard). Use the money to buy a miter saw. Makes cutting faster and easier. You'll have the saw to do others things around the house.lol ;D

Dan

[aqua]

1977,
I got my Gorrilla Rack GR7200 (72x18x72) from Orchard Supply for $99.0. It has three shelves and you can adjust them to the level that you want. Or just use two shelves than you don't have to use the ladder. It should fit a standard 125G tank. Home Depot also has similar rack for the same price in my area. I think it called "Heavy Duty Rack". Both racks are very strong and I think each shelf can hold up to 5000lbs.
Like Dan has mentioned, if you are a handyman, build your own rack with 2x4 it will be much cheaper.

[susankay1]

Since neither one of us are "handy", more like dangerous with tools, we took the easy way out. Here are some of our racks from Menards.

[susankay1]

babies room 1

[susankay1]

babies room 2

[GulfCoastDiscus]

I like your set up Susan. Looks very clean and organized.

Dan

[susankay1]

Thanks, we are going for efficiency without a central system right now. We have another business that can be quite demanding at times. We love the snap together simplicity of the steel racks.