Recent content by El chakas

Thanks. I still I will take that advice. My tank if only livebreaders and I was worried because my last batch of fish all died one by one for some unknown reason. I upgraded my filter and monitoring my tank more. My fish have been good and healthy so far for a couple weeks now

I read all the label and couldn't find anything on damaging plants. Other brands did say that though. I also have some drift wood but they are not helping with lowering ph. I know the best way to lower it is changing the water with RO water. Just wanted to hear people's opinions :)

So I have a community tank with mostly live breaders and some life plants. My PH has been at about 8.4. I tested my tap water (water that I use for water changes) and it's at 8.4 also. I know the best way is to use RO water. So I went out and bought the seachem neutral regulator. Used half...

I have a 50gal aquarium will the aqua clear 70 be good or would I need the 110?

Thanks 2xecho I hope the same will do for me :). How did the regular led work for u? Any slow growth at the least?

I need to upgrade my filter. Got a 50g community tank and want to start planted. I wanted an HOB what's your recommendation? Marine land penguin biowheel? Tetra wisper? Aqua clear power filter?

Yeah :/ Only that single long one and the bamboo are real.

The bamboo?

Thanks for that info... I might just do that... Once I start getting plants that bamboo is going out ?

Thanks yeah I'm on a budget too so couldn't spend too much on light hopefully when I get the grasp on this I will upgrade lights and use co2. I'm making the transition from reef to freshwater planted. I got some plants and they have been growing quick hoping to add more soon! That little stem...

Sorry found my correct light system.. It's the Aqueon OptiBright LED Light

Thanks for the info maybe in the future I'll move into sand then. As far as lights. I got a marine land LED light not exactly sure what model. It has white red and blue lights.

Is it just for keeping the plants in there? Or does it effect growth and overall health?

I want to start with plants. I currently have the regular gravel in most common aquariums... We'll that be ok? Or do I need sand or dirt? I'm not planning on doing co2 yet as I'm just starting

I'm a beginner into planted aquariums. What would be a good beginner carpet plant without needing co2? Also what's a good fertilizer or supplement to use to promote health and growth?