Kitchen counter top fish tank?

Zephyrski
  • #1
Hi all. I currently have one 5 gallon tank on one part of my counter and a 6 gallon tank on another part.
I've been considering upgrading my 5 gallon to a 10 or bigger if possible, if the counter allows it obviously. So does anyone know if it'll be okay to go ahead and put up a bigger tank?
Much thanks.
 

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Hego_Damask
  • #2
Perhaps a picture will provide some additional information, as it depends on the individual counter-top, however you should be okay
 

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BigManAquatics
  • #3
Should be fine. Counters are generally strong enough for such things. I would be more worried in my mind about whether there is space enough under the cabinets!
 
otterblue
  • #4
Just don't put it over the dishwasher. It may vibrate the tank or heat up the water.
 
Zephyrski
  • Thread Starter
  • #5
Perhaps a picture will provide some additional information, as it depends on the individual counter-top, however you should be okay
Well here's a pic anyway:)
Should be fine. Counters are generally strong enough for such things. I would be more worried in my mind about whether there is space enough under the cabinets!
I was originally worried about the space too, but there's a good bit that allows easy access. Until it comes to pouring water in the tank, that gets difficult hah
 

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BigManAquatics
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Well here's a pic anyway:)

I was originally worried about the space too, but there's a good bit that allows easy access. Until it comes to pouring water in the tank, that gets difficult hah
Thats kind of inportant...but where there is a will, there is a way.
 
Fisch
  • #7
While kitchen countertops can hold some kitchen microwaves and other kitchen appliances and if I can stand on the countertop, there is no reason that a properly installed countertop could not hold a 10gl tank.
 
Noroomforshoe
  • #8
Have you noticed if the temperature in the tank stays stable when you use the oven?
 

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