Anything you put down would hide water from your
sight while it does it's damage.

How about giving the whole floor an extra protective
coating before installing the aquarium, and making
sure you have access under the stand to clean up any
salt. It's the salt that does more damage than the
water.

And then be careful not to do anything that
encourages salt creep. And take quick action when
you do see salt creep.

Wayne Sallee



Patrick wrote on 1/9/2008 9:06 PM:
Does anyone have any suggestions or experience in placing "something"
under a tank stand to help protect hard wood floors? I have a 75 gallon
with the standard wood stand with cabinets. I am thinking of putting
something, but I don't know what yet, between the stand and the floor,
just to help protect the wood finish. I know it's virtually impossible
not to have occasional water spills when doing maintenance, etc., which
is why I'm thinking about putting something down first. But I'm not sure
it's a good idea though (stand integrity?). Any thoughts?

Thanks, Patrick