Tank Setup Opinions.....

[enchanted]

I would like some opinions. Currently I have a Top/Bottom stand for Dual 55G, but I want some nice hoods and I would rather have the custom built Redwood Stands I have running through my head.

So, here is my question. Would you go Top/Bottom or Side by side?

Thanks.

 

[MXPX4318]

side by side between those two choices, simply because it'd be easier to see both tanks, unless you have little kids who'd like the lower tank b/c it'd be easier for them to see.

 

[clutterydrawer]

spreads weight out on your floor aswell. however, having them on top of each otehr allows more floorspace for future tanks...

 

[enchanted]

Well, eventually I want a 125G or bigger tank. So I will be keeping the Top/Bottom stand.

I have to agree though, the space availability is really nice using the top/bottom. But side-by-side is so much easier for maintenance, etc..

 

[Vegan Peaches]

I'd go side by side and get a water bridge so that the fish can go from one tank to the other at their leisure ^.^ If they are all compatable with each other, that is...

 

[MAM]

top/bottom is a great space saver, but as said, it can be killer when it comes time for cleaning. i had a top/bottom setup for two tens (the stand now holds lizard enclosures). i use the old syphon and bucket brigade method, so filling up the bottom one (and depending with gravel vac i used) could be a tedious task. if you have room, and the resources, go side by side. (though a plus of the top/bottom set up, if you have cats, they can better view your fish in the bottom tank.......... free entertainment for hours )