Matthew Baines
Seedling
Hi all,
So recently joined the group and looking to take on my first aquascaping project subject to an upcoming house move which should see some space to actually house a tank.
Looks like i'm settling on a Roma 90 complete with accompanying stand as there are offers on at the moment. Plus my thoughts are the filtration, lighting and heat system all comes with the package allowing me to keep things simple.
It been a tough decision between the Roma 90 or a Spec, however the Spec doesnt come with a stand that satisfies the brief from the long haired general. As this will be a feature in a main living space its got to get that seal of approval.
Other factors in the decision have been the requirement to ensure there is a lid so our 4 legged family companion doesnt decide to go for a swim if and when fish are in the aquarium.
So with aquarium set choice made, i now wait till house move in a the next few weeks and upcoming birthday to go out and get the tank.
In the meantime the research continues, plan is a low light, no CO2 injection to start. Easy care plant selection and simple hardscape design.
My thoughts are get the basics right, learn how to take care of plants, test adjust and then consider livestock further down the line.
I've picked up a digital copy of The art of aquascaping and watched numerous youtube vids and avidly absorbing content on the forums here.
Pics will follow as the project progress and i hope to share my highs and lows (warts and all).
I welcome constructive feedback and criticism and look forward to sharing this project with every on here.
I've picked up a digital copy of The art of aquascaping and watched numerous youtube vids and avidly absorbing content on the forums here.
Spend to date
£12 - Art of aquascaping digital copy
So recently joined the group and looking to take on my first aquascaping project subject to an upcoming house move which should see some space to actually house a tank.
Looks like i'm settling on a Roma 90 complete with accompanying stand as there are offers on at the moment. Plus my thoughts are the filtration, lighting and heat system all comes with the package allowing me to keep things simple.
It been a tough decision between the Roma 90 or a Spec, however the Spec doesnt come with a stand that satisfies the brief from the long haired general. As this will be a feature in a main living space its got to get that seal of approval.
Other factors in the decision have been the requirement to ensure there is a lid so our 4 legged family companion doesnt decide to go for a swim if and when fish are in the aquarium.
So with aquarium set choice made, i now wait till house move in a the next few weeks and upcoming birthday to go out and get the tank.
In the meantime the research continues, plan is a low light, no CO2 injection to start. Easy care plant selection and simple hardscape design.
My thoughts are get the basics right, learn how to take care of plants, test adjust and then consider livestock further down the line.
I've picked up a digital copy of The art of aquascaping and watched numerous youtube vids and avidly absorbing content on the forums here.
Pics will follow as the project progress and i hope to share my highs and lows (warts and all).
I welcome constructive feedback and criticism and look forward to sharing this project with every on here.
I've picked up a digital copy of The art of aquascaping and watched numerous youtube vids and avidly absorbing content on the forums here.
Spend to date
£12 - Art of aquascaping digital copy