Can I put a 150gl tank on the 2nd floor????

[CptCrusty1]

I have a friend that fell in love with a 150gl tank. He just bought a brand new 2story in Long Meadow Farms and thinks that 150 gl with the stand will break through the ceiling.

Any thoughts on that?

[New2petro]

As long as the beams are 2x6 I would not think that there would be a problem. If I were him I would try to place the tank above a down stairs wall for extra support. I am not a builder that that's what makes since to me.

[New_Cichlid11]

I have a 175,125, and a 90 on a second floor if makes u feel better. My house is only 12 yrs old

[CptCrusty1]

He's really paranoid... said the builder says 40lb/sq ft which doesn't sound right....

[New_Cichlid11]

If he is that paranoid then best thing will be not to put it in a second floor. Just because he is gonna be scared the entire time

[mnemenoi]

The builder is stating exact weight ratio that is state mandated, not what actually exists. Building codes in Texas require 40#/sq. ft., but it is far more likely to be far higher then that. We had a similar question awhile ago and I remember the jist of it. It is entirely the owners call in the end though.