Simple 12 Shelf Rack

[Lucas339]

if your room is heated to 84, what is your cool spots running?

84 is a bit warm for a cool spot IMO.

[RichsBallPythons]

the space heater t-sat is set at 83-84 on cold nights and room reads 82 in thier tubs as well. on warmer nights 40oF+ i set it on 80, and their tubs will maintain 81-82

[snakedork]

did you ever think about adding some 1x1 to make slides for the larger tubs so it sits on the lip around the top of the tub. I have experienced some problems with my 41 qts bowing with larger females when i pull out the tub for cleaning. I already struggled with putting one of my tubs back in the rack because of the tub sagging in the center today. Just some helpful ideas. I know it adds money to the project but if it saves some hassle later just an idea. If i have to build a new rack i will build it so the tubs are held up against the top this way versus sliding in and out on the bottom.

[RichsBallPythons]

heres the added support.

[Argentra]

Much better. Have fun building it.

[Mike Cavanaugh]

How do you plan to secure the plywood to the 2x4's? Doesn't look very secure to me at all. Honestly, I would say you should put some more thought into the design before spending money. Your going to have to throw a lot of money into that thing to get it functional.... then when all is said and done it still won't be that great.

[RichsBallPythons]

im using small 1''x1'' L brackets under each shelf. itll be simple but very sturdy

[takagari]

looks good. i was thinking of doing this but my concer was to much of a cool breeze coming through cutting down on the effect of my heat tape, and upping my electrical bill

let me know how it works. may still try it!!

[RichsBallPythons]

cool air shouldnt happen in a heated room.


Final edit on the rack. buying materials today

[Argentra]

It is functional, Mike. I have one almost exactly like that, but only 4 shelves high. It's built just the same, and the shelves are screwed onto the 2x4s from the outside. For extra support, I added small 'L' brackets to each shelf on each 2x4. Mine has been in use for months now with no structural trouble at all.

Geez, you guys are fast.