Hmmm, what to do???

[Chowder3]

;Pompus;Pompus;Pompus;Pompus;Pompus

I have always wanted a saltwater tank but just never committed I guess. They are stunning!!! Well now I am ready but I think I need to hear the good and the bad. Don't get me wrong I am so ready to do this - no matter how much work it is. I have no knowledge at all on a saltwater system but am open to everything so I am literally just shopping around to decide what size tank do I even want?!? Starting from a cube tank to a 100+ gallon. Then following all the proper steps. It is good to see a lot of "How to" videos online. When I was small my dad had a 100+ gallon freshwater tank and that was his baby. It sounds like saltwater is going to be more work than that. For that reason, I just would like to get as many opinions about your thoughts on Saltwater tanks. Especially for a beginner.......the good and the not so good.

I hope you all are having a great Friday. Thanks for taking the time to read this and hopefully I hear from you.

Chow!

 

[BeejReef]

Do it!

No better way to start than putting some rocks in a warm tub of saltwater with a heater, a powerhead, and a dead shrimp.
Then plan til your heart's content while your rocks come to life nearly unattended.

 

[Crabs McJones]

Welcome to R2R!

 

[Chowder3]

Do it!

No better way to start than putting some rocks in a warm tub of saltwater with a heater, a powerhead, and a dead shrimp.
Then plan til your heart's content while your rocks come to life nearly unattended.

YEAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

 

[windemerejack]

Hi and welcome from the UK. Very friendly and knowledgeable folk on here, you will love it.
Stay safe

 

[Big G]

Welcome to R2R!

Here's one of our threads on setting up a saltwater tank: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/

 

[fishface NJ]

Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[Chowder3]

Welcome to R2R!

Thank you, Mayor!

 

[dbl]

Welcome to R2R and to the hobby...well almost anyway. Take a look at this thread to further your understanding of what it takes.

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium | REEF2REEF Saltwater and Reef Aquarium Forum

 

[Fred2482]

Welcome!

IMO the main difference is the amount of patience and $ required. The more the $ goes up the less "harder than fresh" it is! Just my opinion.

 

[albano]

Welcome

 

[Dolelo96]

Welcome to the R2R family!

 

[Chowder3]

Hi and welcome from the UK. Very friendly and knowledgeable folk on here, you will love it.
Stay safe

Awe now that is awesome. Thank you for the warm welcome. Take care.

 

[vetteguy53081]

 

[AcroNem]

Welcome to Reef2Reef! I think most people here will tell you to give it a try. But definitely do all the research you can first

 

[Chowder3]

Welcome!

IMO the main difference is the amount of patience and $ required. The more the $ goes up the less "harder than fresh" it is! Just my opinion.

Never thought of it like that. Cool.

 

[Chowder3]

Welcome to R2R!

Here's one of our threads on setting up a saltwater tank: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/

For sure going to check that out! Thank you!!

 

[Dr. Phil]

Welcome to R2R! The biggest downside to the hobby is that my tanks are never big enough! Lol I'm always looking at a larger tank thinking that I should upgrade.

On a serious not the hobby is very fulfilling and can be as expensive as you want it to be. However, there are also many opportunities to purchased new/used equipment on the forum or from local reefers at significant discounts.

Always take it slow and research anything that you plan to do. Nothing good happens fast in this hobby.

Best of luck and happy reefing!

 

[Chowder3]

Welcome to the R2R family!

Well if that wasn't a boost of confidence = Mistakes are proof you're trying.;Happy

 

[fishguy242]

hi welcome to the reef going to love it here!!
lots of fun/info/fun/help/fun...