SwiftCoffeeOwl
Aquarium Advice Newbie
I’m new to aquascaping. I’m planning a 10-15 gallon betta tank that I would like to use rock or wood, and live plants in. But I’ve had problems in the past with adventurous bettas tearing their fins while exploring, even on flexible artificial plants. The pantyhose test is useful on individual pieces once I have them in hand, and I can sand sharp edges down to some extent, but I’m hoping to eliminate some potentially snaggy problems before I begin purchasing stuff.
1) What kind kind of rock would generally be fragile-fin safe? Obviously something like dragon stone wouldn’t do, but I want rock with enough texture to allow epiphytes to hang onto.
2) Is there a clear, aquarium-safe sealant or coating I could apply to rocks or wood to smooth out/guard against sharp surfaces that I can’t sand down?
3) I have also read about planted tanks coating craggier rocks with things like Java moss to cushion surfaces. Would that be viable?
Any answers, advice, or anecdotes would be appreciated!
1) What kind kind of rock would generally be fragile-fin safe? Obviously something like dragon stone wouldn’t do, but I want rock with enough texture to allow epiphytes to hang onto.
2) Is there a clear, aquarium-safe sealant or coating I could apply to rocks or wood to smooth out/guard against sharp surfaces that I can’t sand down?
3) I have also read about planted tanks coating craggier rocks with things like Java moss to cushion surfaces. Would that be viable?
Any answers, advice, or anecdotes would be appreciated!