AnnieJ
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
Here's where I am at:
- First time aquarist!
- 26 gallon bow front aquarium (filled with water and the filter - started cycling today!)
- HOB filter (Aqueon Quietflow, not sure which one). Has some ceramic media in it.
- Sand (the guy who had this tank had a saltwater tank. I want freshwater, so I'm not sure if it's safe to use it? It's sitting in a bucket at the moment...)
1. As much as I'd love a Fluval, I don't think I can afford it! So I think an Aquaclear would be a better choice. (Haven't heard great things about the Aqueon which came with my used tank, hence the upgrade!) My question is: Which one do I get? 50? 70? The 50 is for up to 50 gallons, the 70 for 40-70 gallons, and since I'm at 36, I'm not sure if "more filtering power" is better.
2. I want sand, and someone recommended pool filter sand. Where's the best place to get this? If I want to get real plants, will this be fine? And how much sand do I buy?
3. Is a bubble wand/air stone necessary for a freshwater tank? Should I steer clear of it if I want plants?
4. Speaking of plants... what are some easy starting plants? I also need to figure out what kind of light to get...
Thanks for all your help
- First time aquarist!
- 26 gallon bow front aquarium (filled with water and the filter - started cycling today!)
- HOB filter (Aqueon Quietflow, not sure which one). Has some ceramic media in it.
- Sand (the guy who had this tank had a saltwater tank. I want freshwater, so I'm not sure if it's safe to use it? It's sitting in a bucket at the moment...)
1. As much as I'd love a Fluval, I don't think I can afford it! So I think an Aquaclear would be a better choice. (Haven't heard great things about the Aqueon which came with my used tank, hence the upgrade!) My question is: Which one do I get? 50? 70? The 50 is for up to 50 gallons, the 70 for 40-70 gallons, and since I'm at 36, I'm not sure if "more filtering power" is better.
2. I want sand, and someone recommended pool filter sand. Where's the best place to get this? If I want to get real plants, will this be fine? And how much sand do I buy?
3. Is a bubble wand/air stone necessary for a freshwater tank? Should I steer clear of it if I want plants?
4. Speaking of plants... what are some easy starting plants? I also need to figure out what kind of light to get...
Thanks for all your help