I see several people say it won't hold a lot of weight, but fairly sturdy... would I be able to put a 5.5 gallon fish tank on it without worrying?
1829123
The hardware is so flimsy that i would not put anything more than a coffee cup on it!I really don't think the table can bear any weight.
1829124
I really do not think so. A lamp a few knick knacks. It looks really nice. At this price tho, would not trust it to hold anything that heavy.
1687286
Although I have no knowledge of this I would tell you that the construction is solid therefore the weight wouldn't be a problem and the frame would tolerate the added general size and bulk of the tank/tanks. The basket and tray would also be a help in transporting same. Good luck, hope this helps you.
1173104
Absolutely, for the price this setup is very sturdy and easy to assemble. I feel it would hold the weight just fine.
994794
It definitely won't. Like another poster commented, after you fill the aquarium with water and other things it weights around 200lbs and this is not designed to bear that kind of weight.
1896658
Its pretty sturdy. Depends on the size of the tank. I have a tv, VCR, and ps2 on top of mine and it holds perfectly.
994797
Absolutely not! This is a particle board unit with a cardboard back. It is not designed to hold that sort of weight. Even if this was made of hardwood, the boards are too thin to individually offer the sort of strength you would need. It would be stronger if placed on the floor with the openings facing up, but still not strong enough to hold an aquarium. Heavy steel metal stands are typically used to hold fish tanks and when wood is used, i have seen 2 inch thick boards used (2 x 4's). This would collapse (most likely sideways) at some point under the weight.
1042332
Absolutely! I would think so, even full of water. I put a heavy printer and laptop and it and it is extremely sturdy. I could easily imagine putting a fish tank on it yes!! Go for it, this is a great piece. I live in Utah and it came super quick from Canada. I was shocked! It looks like it should be twice as expensive. Really.
653471
It depends on what size fish tank. It is pretty sturdy. The frame of the bookcase seems as sturdy as my Ikea entertainment center which holds an old 40-inch flatscreen Sony TV (80 lbs).
706095
No problem. I have mine on it and it could hold more. It's very sturdy and can be adjusted height and width.
1826739
Yes, I think it would be sturdy enough to hold a 20 gallon tank as long as the chest is put together well. It does take a long time to assemble but once it's set it is a very strong piece of furniture. I have been very pleased with it.
829925
I have a 55 gallon tank also, this stand is amazingly strong, it's sturdy, you will be very pleased, I sure am. Hope this helps you.
1757868
Yes it is very sturdy when both my cats are in it is could still hold a few more. Your cat is only 5 lbs more than my biggest so I wouldn't see a problem. The top house is smaller than bottom but my big cat still sits in it with his back side hanging out
2224323
I don't know specific weight capacity but it is a very sturdy piece and well constructed. Also comes with bracket to attach to the wall. I would think a small aquarium would be fine.
1151230
I think it's going to be solid, but not so gentle. I use it for my 20 gallon. I have it place near the top and aiming at the side glass, but i still can see fish at the bottom sways by the flow.
49058
If you put it together well, I think it could hold that. I don't have anything too heavy on it, but it seems pretty sturdy. FYI - putting it together takes a LONG TIME and the box is very very heavy!
910971
Assuming you're talking about the larger stand, I would say it shouldn't be a problem. I had a 10gal tank for the smaller stand. Since the stand is heavy wrought iron, I was never concerned about it tipping over. I put plexiglass in the shelves, but that was more for aesthetics. It is quite sturdy. I you match the tank with the appropriate stand, you should have no worries.
293793
I don't think it's sturdy or stable enough for a fish tank of any size. It can be knocked over very easily.