Largest tank you would keep upstairs in a 2 story house

[7Speed]

I am curious, I would like to complement my game room with a tank, but fear of it being too heavy and leaks worry me. the sub floors are 2x10 or 2x8 18" appart. but I have crappy OSB on top of that. would a 100 gallon tank be too large? 100 gallon~1000lbs-1100lbs.

thanks.

[Bruddah Chrispy]

I'd be interested in the netwisdom on this also. I've got a line on a 200g and I live in a 3rd floor apartment.

I'm also attempting to pitch my gf on how wonderful a 200g reef tank would look in her house. JIC. ;)

[slipknottin]

Depends alot on the house. Where the load bearing walls are, what kind of flooring was used, etc. etc.

I wouldnt keep anything over 75 gallons on the second floor.

[gcvt]

I keep a 100g tank in my third floor apartment - building was built in the early 50's. With the stand, tank, hood, sand, rock etc., I'm guessing the setup weighs around 1500 pounds...maybe a little more.

No problems so far. :)

[karfixer]

Check this site out for a really good study about weight and framing... http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/aquarium_weight.php This is the most professional opinion I've found. Another thing to think about is your Homeowners Ins/Renter's Ins. You should talk to your agent to determine if you are covered if something should happen and arrainge for an inspection to be sure-and get everything in WRITEING! HTH, Steve

[Bruddah Chrispy]

Excellent article!

Mahalo nui loa for posting the link!