We use iron stands welded togeather, and it would be strong enough to hold 4 250gals and one 500gal in the middle.
pickled in oil, a metal treatment process for carbon steel, affects workability of the metal. Soft for forming, yet strong.Bob, what's "P&O?"
jm1212, I'm confused as to why it would matter if the entire stand is covered if the bottom rim of the tank is the only contact point with the stand. I don't see how it could help if it's not touching the tank. Am I missing something?
Would you be creeped out knowing that's how your house is held together? screws are much stronger than most people think (of course, only if the joint is done properly).Too often I see the horizontal frames attached to the sides of the 2X4 legs and I get a little creeped knowing the only thing that is keeping the top frame from crashing to the floor is a couple of screws ( or worse nails!) waiting to shear off.