I have a 75 gallon tank that is almost void of freshwater fish, therefore, I am looking to convert it to a FOWLR setup.
Things I know (I think) I need :
~260+ Watt lighting
75 - 150 lbs. of live rock
2-4 inches of sand / live sand
Protein Skimmer
Powerhead for circulation
Standard things like heater, etc.
I have also read that I need a sump, but this is the part that confuses and scares me, since my tank is not drilled for an overflow. How important is a sump to the system? Does it have to include a "Refugium"? Can I use a 29 gallon tank I currently own as a sump if I have to?
I have read so many horror stories about a HOB overflow and wet floors etc, that the sump part is starting to scare me.
Anyway, at this point, any advice on how to proceed would be appreciated. I have read so many articles, my head is spinning.
Things I know (I think) I need :
~260+ Watt lighting
75 - 150 lbs. of live rock
2-4 inches of sand / live sand
Protein Skimmer
Powerhead for circulation
Standard things like heater, etc.
I have also read that I need a sump, but this is the part that confuses and scares me, since my tank is not drilled for an overflow. How important is a sump to the system? Does it have to include a "Refugium"? Can I use a 29 gallon tank I currently own as a sump if I have to?
I have read so many horror stories about a HOB overflow and wet floors etc, that the sump part is starting to scare me.
Anyway, at this point, any advice on how to proceed would be appreciated. I have read so many articles, my head is spinning.