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Happy to discover Krylon tonight. My new Marineland Bio-Wheel Penguin Power Filter arrived, looking as ugly as a hunk of plastic could possibly look. Now I just have to decide -- Do I paint it matte white, gloss white, blue, or Jungle Green? I may also seal the submerged part. I'll also paint...

TOXIN TEST: What toxin test would you perform to make sure these rocks/stones are safe? I am considering using a few colorful fish-safe Jasper, agate, and Amethyst stones in my hardscape. I will double verify each stone type. HOWEVER, in the cutting process, a petroleum-based Ultra Utility...

Standard 29 gal Aqueon. After earth and air, there will be closer to 24.5 gal. actual water in the tank. Q. Does This Look Okay: I’m leaning towards Seachem Fluorite Back Sand, as it seems to be universally praised. I found smooth crushed polished glass as gravel, in transparent aquatic...

Hi, fish friends, this is turning into LOADS of fun! As a beginner speaking to beginners, I advise strongly that VOLUME, and Illusory VOLUME PERCEPTION, is something you must check out now, early, while thinking about a tank capacity and fish, and while learning how to build, cycle, populate a...

I am pondering how substrate and fill levels (Earth & Air) will displace water as I plan a custom tank order. I want a solid idea of what I really have to work with, so fish:water ratio is optimum. I like math, and Excel, so I created an EZ-fill worksheet (happy to share if you like). I would...

I’m curious how people set the dimensions of a custom tank to get to their desired gallons. If I knew I wanted a minimum of, say, 5 gallons, or 1,155 cubic in. a perfect cube of 10.5" L and W and H, and intended to add 2" of substrate and leave 1.5" of space from water level to brim, I would...

DIY specs for a custom tank: Kick the walls In my initial plans for this 5 gal custom freshwater tank, do you see any areas for improvement, or missing factors or options I should address? Volume hides easily, so if there are particular benefits for one or two more gallons, please let me know...

"Hierarchy of Aquarium Assembly in its many aspects, processes and materials" It really is quite astonishing how much there is to learn, including learning what you do not know, in setting up a tank. Things to decide early, things you can't know until other things are in process... I was...

I would appreciate your views on this idea. MAX FLOOR COVERAGE, ADDED DISPLAY SPACE I like some smooth, open floor space cleared for displays, but I also want maximum substrate and plant coverage. I think acrylic risers may achieve this: 1/8" thick acrylic, with legs high enough for free...

Hi, I’m configuring a temperature control system, and was happy to find the submerged, automatic temperature monitors that turn on when the temperature gets low, and shut off automatically. When this happens, is it common to see fish swim near the heaters, until the water temperature rises to...

What do you recommend as a good FIRST “Single Betta / Tiny Bowl” Setup to get now, while I design and purchase and configure my very first small tank? I want to start caring for a fish every day *now*, while I have enthusiasm, so I can start enjoying fish-keeping and care. It could be a...

My brain is extremely visual, and I have some interior tank design ideas in development. Do find any of these fun or exciting; or, do you know of way to overcome a potential problem? 1. 4” x 6” tiny hanging single fish tank submerged in the water, as a haven or hideaway for a tiny fish or...

Hey, forum, [Below is a more coherent introduction — an email request to an aquarium supplier. I am set on the Umbra as my first tank; solutions are most welcome…! ] Hello: Kindly help me configure and purchase: #1 a filtration system and #2 a temperature control system / lighting for a 1.8...

Hi, everyone, Researching the optimum set up for a new Umbra Fish Hotel, on its way by FedEx. Lots to learn, but having fun. - 1.8 gallon tank, 7.5" cube - Fresh water - Aiming for 2-3 fish guests maximum, including a snail; maybe a platy; a molly. HOTEL INTERIOR design by me: Minimalist...