How to remove the stand's center brace
 

I have a stand for a 40 gallon breeder tank that I want to put a long sump about 36" long in there, but I have to remove the center brace on the top of the stand which is right underneath the tank. I don't see any nails, but I only see the glue. I would like to know if I can saw it apart ? Can someone here who did this job before for your stand, please tell me what is the best way to do it without damage to the stand ?
Thanks.

I am guessing that it is a wood stand? It probably is nailed together with brad nails & the hole where filled in before paint. If that is the case use a light hammer & tap the brace from underneith to see if it moves. Once you get it out put in the sump & replace the brace.

Yes, it is a wood stand. Thank you very much, the way you explain it to me how to check and remove it, sounds quite easy ! I think a woman like me can do it :mrgreen: Thanks Grizz.

Hopefully it's not dowel or biscuit construction might be tougher to remove. Is the tank on the stand with water in it?

That was my next question^^^

If possible can you show us a pic of the stand?

If it is a store bought stand it might be easier to remove the plywood on the back ? as it probably is dowels in the center brace ,a person really needs to see some pictures to really be helpful

No tank on the top yet, it is a brand new bought from J&l.

I'll try to get a picture tonight to show you.

It is a store bought stand, I just hope I can do it :cry:

The style looks exactly like this.