How can you have the lighting for LR but not the algae??? - Aquarium Advice

courtneyclv · 07-26-2006, 03:12 AM

I already get algae from too much day light in my bright room. How can I get the LR and not the algae?

Bearfan · 07-26-2006, 07:40 AM

Is the tank in front of a window, if so, daylight causes major algae issues.

Using RO/DI, having proper circulation, and keeping your parameters in check with regular water changes are the key.

Hara · 07-26-2006, 09:19 AM

rock does not require light.

FishFrik · 07-26-2006, 12:08 PM

Quote:

rock does not require light.

Nope

courtneyclv · 07-26-2006, 04:06 PM

Oh Ok..yes, the tank is in front of a window, which is covered. But while I was on vacation it fell down! I am also going to put a solar screen outside to help with the lighting.

07-26-2006, 03:12 AM	#1
courtneyclv Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 174	How can you have the lighting for LR but not the algae??? I already get algae from too much day light in my bright room. How can I get the LR and not the algae?

07-26-2006, 07:40 AM	#2
Bearfan Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Marquette, MI Posts: 3,554 Images: 45	Is the tank in front of a window, if so, daylight causes major algae issues. Using RO/DI, having proper circulation, and keeping your parameters in check with regular water changes are the key. __________________ 75 gal w/ 75 gal sump, 25 gal fuge with Chaeto and 25 gal frag - 4x65 PC w/ Moonlite on the main tank, 2x20W PC on the fuge, 4x20W PC on the frag 72 Gal Bowfront Planted w/ 2x65 PC and 40W T8

07-26-2006, 09:19 AM	#3
Hara Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Louisiana Posts: 6,867 Images: 33	rock does not require light. __________________ ~~~~~Hara~~~~~~ View My Tanks Visit FantasyReef.com's Databases!

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07-26-2006, 04:06 PM	#5
courtneyclv Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 174	Oh Ok..yes, the tank is in front of a window, which is covered. But while I was on vacation it fell down! I am also going to put a solar screen outside to help with the lighting.