Growing up, I watched my dad maintain a freshwater aquarium, saltwater aquarium and a coy pond and watching those aquariums grow as I grew was definitely a highlight when I was a kid. He had discus in the fresh water tank which had to be about 120 gallons, and all sorts of things in the saltwater.. From what I can remember, we had clown fish, seahorses, sea stars, shrimp, sea urchins, anemones, and probably some other things I cant remember. This was back in the 90's. Fond memories. Now that I have children of my own, I would love to share this with them and introduce them to the joys of having an aquarium at home.
With that said, I have no idea what I'm doing.
I decided to join here because I could watch a thousand YouTube videos and read dozens of books, but there's nothing like a community of people that you can turn to for help, so I'd like to ask you guys some questions.
What's the best source for knowledge and information on getting started?
I guess I should start there, because I'm kinda reaching and grabbing bits and pieces of information from all over the web, and it'd be nice to see a comprehensive guide (or even book) that's good for launching with "information you wish you would have had when you started" type of advice.
My setup
I purchased this 75 gallon Edge Rimless aquarium by Dee Blue, and I do have some concerns.
How is this brand? It looks like good quality, but I'm curious if anyone else has had experience with this aquarium brand. Also, with that floodgate being in the center of my aquarium, am I losing valuable real estate? I feel like this design might annoy me, but I'm open to some cool reef design ideas around it. Any good examples? I'm thinking about making it into, say.. A big pillar of coral, maybe.
How is this sump?
My local aquarium shop recommended it and I'm just curious. Again, any one have experience with this brand? Also, I hear it's a good idea to use a sump that's as big as the aquarium you're building. Any truth/benefit to that?
Sorry if this is getting wordy, so I'll end it in a minute, but I have a lot that I want to know. lol
I'll need a light, and I'm leaning towards LED's. I want something that's going to really allow my tank to flourish, has a nice spectrum, and lights this size tank pretty well. I'm not necessarily trying to "budget" shop, but also not trying to spend excessively either, but I want things done right, if that makes any sense. I want something to light up the aquarium nice and vibrantly.
So I think that's it for now. Thank you in advance for checking me out and taking the time to on-board me! Let's go!
With that said, I have no idea what I'm doing.
I decided to join here because I could watch a thousand YouTube videos and read dozens of books, but there's nothing like a community of people that you can turn to for help, so I'd like to ask you guys some questions.
What's the best source for knowledge and information on getting started?
I guess I should start there, because I'm kinda reaching and grabbing bits and pieces of information from all over the web, and it'd be nice to see a comprehensive guide (or even book) that's good for launching with "information you wish you would have had when you started" type of advice.
My setup
I purchased this 75 gallon Edge Rimless aquarium by Dee Blue, and I do have some concerns.
How is this brand? It looks like good quality, but I'm curious if anyone else has had experience with this aquarium brand. Also, with that floodgate being in the center of my aquarium, am I losing valuable real estate? I feel like this design might annoy me, but I'm open to some cool reef design ideas around it. Any good examples? I'm thinking about making it into, say.. A big pillar of coral, maybe.
How is this sump?
My local aquarium shop recommended it and I'm just curious. Again, any one have experience with this brand? Also, I hear it's a good idea to use a sump that's as big as the aquarium you're building. Any truth/benefit to that?
Sorry if this is getting wordy, so I'll end it in a minute, but I have a lot that I want to know. lol
I'll need a light, and I'm leaning towards LED's. I want something that's going to really allow my tank to flourish, has a nice spectrum, and lights this size tank pretty well. I'm not necessarily trying to "budget" shop, but also not trying to spend excessively either, but I want things done right, if that makes any sense. I want something to light up the aquarium nice and vibrantly.
So I think that's it for now. Thank you in advance for checking me out and taking the time to on-board me! Let's go!
