Re: [APD] Painted tank stand

[Vaughn Hopkins <hoppy1 at surewest_net>]

Another attractive wood is birch, and it is relatively cheap.  It can 
be stained if you don't like really light colored wood.  Birch is also 
readily available and very strong.  If you are really hurting for cash, 
poplar is another usable  hardwood, but not nearly as attractive as 
birch.  Poplar is available at all of the Home Depots near me.
Vaughn H.

On Monday, October 31, 2005, at 08:02 AM, Tom Wood wrote:

> I've yet to see an attractive wood stand, for some reason people seem 
> to
> like pine plywood wood grain. Mahogany, teak and cherry would probably 
> make
> attractive and durable finishes. I painted water-resistant MDF for my 
> tank
> enclosure using external grade latex and a roller. After a few coats it
> creates a subtle orangepeel effect. Easy to touch up.
>
> TW 

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