Leveling Built In's

[saints fan]

:help: Help! I was planning on putting my new 75gal on a built in counter in the den and now that is is in place I notice that one side is off by a 1/2 inch. I have found alot of info on leveling a stand but nothing on leveling on a built in counter. I was thinking of building a platform out of 1x12's and 2x4's and then leveling that with shims and foam. Anybody have any thoughts on this or any other ideas on what I should do?

 

[dogstar]

Not sure how the counter was installed. May want to re-install it. Make sure it will support the tank.
Is the counter sunk into the wall like a shelf/ninch or sticking out ?? If it sticks out then I would not trust it. Either way you may want to reconsider because with a normal stand or with a fishroom or space behind or under a built in you can hide the equipment.....

 

[phixer]

Dont laugh but have you considered using a leveling concrete, Ive seen it used before on large stands.

 

[saints fan]

Thanks The counter is just like the ones in the kitchen. I'm sure it will hold up to the weight because my grandfather built it all 2x4's and 3/4 plywood. The counter top is laminate over mdf. I added more supports under the mdf just to be safe. No chance of reinstalling it's 20 ft long and anchored to the wall with lag bolts. Strange for a den I know but, the den use to be my grandmas art studio.