Is tank on hardwood floors a bad idea?

[Dragonsteeth]

Originally Posted by 04scoobysti

Yea, but if you put that rubber mat under the tank and you spill any water around the tank it will be stuck between the rubber and the hardwood till the wood absorbs it and wrecks your floor. Best bet are usiing those felt pads or other pads to rasie the tank off the floor a little and preventing it from being scratched. My 2cents. I have 2 tanks both on hardwood and am not too worriend about it. Also, having leveling legs on a stand would be a good idea too, since the floor may not be perfectly level.

For the same reason i am glad my 33g is on felt as i had a hose leak and alot of water hit the deck. I slid the tank over and dried up the mess, then put it back. The rubber pad may prevent you from drying up which will definately affect your floor. My 1 cent worth. Good luck!