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This is my efforts. Low tech and el natural, just like nature intended.... :D

Good thinking Gill :)

Apart from the price, quite often the condition of the contents leaves a lot to be desired.

Visited this Store today, and was blown away.....I was amazed by the scale of this tank. If you like crypts.....you will deffo like this setup. Most plants were pearling when I was there......Could be to do with the water change / top up that was going on whilst there. Well worth a visit...

:thumbup: Welcome back Steve

Stunning and Really Really nice pictures Tom!!

Another down side to gluing is that if you want to remove for whatever reason, it can be hard to remove without damaging the roots.

Hello Geoff, Welcome to the forum. I would'nt underestimate the wealth of help which is available to you through this forum. The help and advice can truly begin once you have some ideas about what it is you want to do, and then obviously share this with us. I know what you're saying about...

I'm pretty sure, I've read somewhere that the brown grows bigger than the green, with the green staying more compact. I did keep brown in a low tech tank and the stem part below the leaves grew really long (probably around 15cm). Did not stay compact and looked pretty ugly really. I had it...

I can see the attraction and It must be a nice feeling to know that people have put their trust in you to deliver on their 'once in a lifetime' special day Link is below if you've not found already http://ukaps.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f= ... 11#p198611

Stu, I must confess, I've been doing some internet stalking on you (......oops, that does sound bad) it all started when I googled Damian McGillicuddy 19" Beauty Dish as referred to in your OP. This led me to your flickr page via the google search results. A really nice collection of a...

You can see he's a good dog by just looking into those eyes :) I would'nt have said his 13, your Pic really hides those grey hairs well -testimony again to your great photography skills. It certainly does help Stu. Nice clear and consise explanation - thanks for sharing :thumbup:

Really nice Stu. I like the eye catchlights and the colour of the eyes themselves. Love the name Benji to, really suits him. Would be nice if you could share your secrets for the black background, pretty please :)

:text-welcomewave: Welcome to the forum Tim.....your're right there, lots to learn and read on here with plenty of folks about to anwser any queries, big or small

A lot of positive reviews for the Canon 550d as well. Search this forum for 550d reviews. I've got one, and like it very much

Tom, You could try Shirley Aquatics. address below. Easy link between the M6 and M5. They also have a little rest room and tea room if required, nothing fancy though. A fairly large store, ideal for browsing. http://www.shirleyaquatics.co.uk/contact.cfm 1355 Stratford Rd Monkspath...

Congratulations...ha ha I know the feeling.....can be really hard work talking the other half round to new schemes / projects......especially if the other half is not that interested in your hobby. Keep us updated on how you get on :thumbup:

Welcome back Ceg :thumbup: I know I have missed reading and learning from your clear and concise posts. Good to hear everythings ok your end

Round Pellia - Grows well without Co2 which is a bonus. Also good refuge for shrimp and Fry.

Have you put them in together yet? Did they get along? I would say there's a 70% chance fry will get eaten.

And a very merry Christmas to you too. All the best :thumbup:

Just let it float about....no problems with that. Dont plant the Rhizome into gravel. It will rot Yup, just glue it till it sticks....no real science to it. Try not to use excess amounts though so that it runs down the wood etc, as the glue does show up white when submerged Yup, just dry...

I have the same size tank as yours. It's a fluval Roma 125. Comes standard with 2x24W tubes which is enough for the Low Tech that I keep. On for 7 hours I use Seachem flourite substrate and dose Seachem Equilibrium (for traces and Calcium + Magnesium) and KNO3 (Potassium Nitrate) and KH2PO4...

What are the dimensions of your tank? Knowing this can help with choosing plants which fit the scale of the layout?

Wow, you really know how to throw a party.....looks like a great night was had.

yummy, yummy yummy I Did try cooking a puffball once before.....sliced into steaks, seasoned and pan fried.....Not to sure I liked it at the time though. Recipe above looks delicious

I usually resort to selling things on E-bay that I dont really want to sell :( .......especially true when I make a new purchase after just recently promising the wife that I would'nt buy anything else in the month. Jeez, that sounds like a recovering addict

Aaahh...Foxfish......looks like you really know your mushrooms. Would love to spend a day with a genuine enthusiast foraging for wild mushrooms. These commercial mushroom hunting holidays dont appeal.

Re: Stupid is as stupid does( work comes to a standstill) Nice little video...always really nice to see this kind of thing....well done :thumbup:

Good luck Gill :thumbup: and enjoy the day

Jeez....that jumper made me laugh, your're onto a winner with that one. Would love to know where you bought it? thanks for sharing :thumbup:

This looks like a truly awesome day, ......pity I dont have any money at the mo, Think I would be punishing myself if I went without money to spend :( or perhaps I could just tag along with you at the show and get a HIGH off your spending spree :) Be sure to let us know how you get on Gill

:) Awesome..........how you going to cook them - maybe Fried on toast? nice picture to, in a strange way

:text-welcomewave: Welcome on board

Hi Dowheim. Darell really knows his stuff, so that is some sound advice there This would be interesting and helpful for many folk I bet, if you wish to share - would be great, may help reduce the lengh of time experimenting and holding thumbs :thumbup: :) Thanks guys

As you get more into it, you could perhaps become unhappy with having fake resin stuff in your tank - better to have the real thing from the start especially if you plan to plant it up with moss etc... Have you tried boiling the wood if not to big? - this should help speed up the sinking

I know that is what alot of people use :) I used an old 3 foot tank which I think offers a few benefits over the plastic tub (maybe I'm wrong on this though) Firstly, theres a bit more surface area for the mozzies to land and drop there eggs etc and I think that perhaps the biggest benefit for...

I've just broken down and packed away my "outdoor bug tank for the winter" The tank was cultured by just a couple of those little bags of Daphnia from the LFS. These guys thrived and multiplied throughout the summer. Mosquito lavae and bloodworm naturally found their way into there too...

Damm, why did'nt I know about this when I lived in Portsmouth.. looks like a really good meet. I'd definitely be there if I still lived down south

:text-welcomewave: to the forum Enjoy.....and consider starting a journal for you new scape :)

awesome Steve...... your first "paid" photo shoot - good job man :thumbup:

Totally agree with the above......awesome video :clap:

I'm sure I will feel the same :D I did see your post and pics taken at Puzzlewood - pics and place look awesome - I would definitely like to make a visit there ............perhaps we could arrange a little photography outing around these parts.......I'm just down the road from you in Rugby...

I'd love to do that for you.....If I had any money left......as you see, today is my Birthday and that can mean only one thing..... :) :D :D :D Decided to spoil myself with goodies referred to in the opening posts......Will open up pressies tonight and post a couple pics tommorrow...

Good stuff, thanks for the clarification - Interesting stuff all this :D Great to be getting involved in and learning a new hobby

Thanks for your post James. This is not something I've thought about so I'm grateful to you for bringing this up, as its all a good part of the learning curve. Found this article (link below) which explains it all clearly, in sensible layman terms (I think :eh: )...

just checking - Both before and after the incident did you run the air stone at night or disconnect the co2?

Awsome photos George, thanks for the link. I think I'm going to have to get me one of these :) Thanks for your msg Fox. I've made up my mind though and settled on a new 550d body only, and lens as above. The only difficult descision is when to order. I'm on holiday to France end of next...

Hi George - can I confirm, is this the correct link to the Sigma lens you've mentioned? http://www.sigmalensreview.com/sigma1770osreview

Definitely doesnt need to be dry. Works best when the wood is damp. Positive thats others could confirm and elaborate on this. Good luck

Hi Tom. I have'nt competely ruled out this option. I will and do keep an eye out for gear on Ebay. If something suitable comes up near to where I live, I would be up for poping round to view before buying (and also to suss out the seller a bit :oops:) Thanks for you comments :thumbup:

Welcome to the forum Helen :D You've come to the right place to receive help and advice from friendly members

Thanks George, I'll be sure to google for the best price. Looks like you can easily pick up this liitle baby for around £70. Thanks for the confirmation and suggestion. I'll check this out, thanks - we know that if you recommended it, then its all good :D I do hear what you saying, and...

Thank you to everyone for your advice and comments. I will definitely be buying the body only with lens seperately. Just to confirm, is this the 50mm f/1.8. lens mentioned above? http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/EF_Lenses/Fixed_Focal_Length/EF_50mm_f18II/ Moving on, what...

Hi everyone I have been inspired by everyones great photography on the forum and now I want to focus on improving my photography, so obviously the first issue is that of equipment upgrade. I have never owned a dslr camera, only ever point and shoot. I have decide I want Canon as I like the...

Andy, Agree with all the above....well written and thanks for sharing your thoughts I did see that little interview with the girl you mention. That rant of hers alone left me speechless.....what can a person say or do to change that kind of attitude huh?

Just placed my order for the below - Thanks Tony :) 1 x Cryptocoryne Balansae 1 x Cryptocoryne Tropica (pot) 1 x Echinodorus Tenellus 1 x Limnobium Laevigatum 1 x Anubias Coffeefolia 1 x Anubia Nana Golden 1 x Valisneria Sprialis 'Torti' (Asiatica)

I was lucky enough to see this tank in the flesh and can confirm this tank looks amazing and even more so in real life....

I use a small variation on this theme. I use bicycle brake cable with a cloth attached to the end. Feed the cable through the hose and then pull the cloth through - works a treat :) I guess the problems with all the above methods is that the hoses need to be dismantled and cant be cleaned...

+1 for Seachem prime.....this lasts forever

Luis - Im going to try feeding mine the juice from pur'eed peas once the green water they're in now is gone. I got this option for food from this website. Nice little read, this article :thumbup: http://www.caudata.org/daphnia/#what3 I only added the Daphnia culture to the oudoors tank this...

Wow....that first one is spectacular :thumbup:

Welcome to the forum Wendy :thumbup: haha......we're not that shallow :) I love your scapes created and thank you for sharing with us over here http://ukaps.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=49&t=16691 Awesome :)

Welcome to the forum :text-welcomewave: Great looking tank. I've seen your before and after pics in the "from this to this" topic and must say that you've achieved a very pleasing transformation :thumbup:

I dont really know much about the trends and whats been done / has'nt been done in the world of ponds, but would'nt it be great if along one side you could incorporate a narrow dugout with step going down to a viewing window. This would add a whole new dimensions to the pond? :)

This is a commendable approach, Si, many on the forum would agree that its a good step to first concentrate on growing and mainting your plants properly Theres always the option of floating suface plants. I know these are a big part of low tech tanks, not so sure on how they fit into to the...

Based on the post above, the sealant below if probably the one Dan was referring to Gold Label Pond & Aquarium Sealer http://www.aquatics-online.co.uk/catalogue/gold-label-pond-aquarium-sealer.asp or http://www.kilmuxkoi.co.uk/Gold-Label-Pond-Sealers/Gold-Label-Sealer-Black-p-398.html I...

Re: Aquascapingworld Competition final stage. YOUR VOTE COU voted to :)

Hi Si Looks like you're off to a flying start.... :) Perhaps you could consider sloping the gravel up towards the back..This will help create some depth You will need to carefully consider your lighting period (before and after CO2 is back and installed) just roughly speaking, probably dont...

That looks awesome :D You should definitely share some more pictures/vids and details of the setup. I love these low tech setups....fantastic

Re: Tj's Shrimpalooza I want to try to make it over there tomorrow also. Should be a good day out for the little ones :)

Re: Tj's Shrimpalooza Nice one Gill :thumbup: Enjoy setting her up :)

Welcome to the forum Si - good to have you on board :thumbup: Consider starting a journal for your new tank setup, and dont forget the photos :)

Are there any fish in the tank? Having boistrous fish could make them behave this cautiously . What if you tried dropping a wafer in just before lights out. Is it still there the next morning? Have you tried feeding them any other foods, such as blanched cucumber, courgette or specialist...

Re: Shaun's 180L Rio - First Aquascape Looking really good Shaun....you should be pleased. Nice photos and thanks for sharing :)

As everyone has said before me - Great setup and layout, inspiring in so many ways. Thanks for sharing :)

Re: OMG Invaders from Beyond the Void :sick: Will you feed these to your fish?

Hi Pete Im confident that whatever the current situation, soon you will have some little shrimplets, because these guys definitely like to breed :) Regarding the eggs, below is an extract taken from planet inverts website; "If eggs have been dropped or it appears that the female has lost...

Hi all I found these electronic timers for sale from Tesco Direct. I use them and think they are a great price and just want to share the link for those looking to buy timers. They can be programmed to do up to 10 on/off cycles, 7 day a week. The only small down side is that they are fairly...

The digital timers below are a good deal - from Tesco direct. You can have them delievered to your local store for pick. Price and functionality cant be beaten :) http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.202-9383.aspx

Hello and welcome to the forum :text-welcomewave: Be sure to start a journal to share your journey and your pictures - would love to see some of your discus :)

My Entry is in :thumbup:

Welcome to the forum Pete :text-welcomewave: You've come to the right place for all the advice and support you could need on your journey to achieving a lush planted aquarium :)

Re: Shaun's 180L Rio - First Aquascape You definitely would'nt be the first person to have a scape ruined by your wood floating up - A couple of journals on the forum describe similiar setbacks :) I have the Flourite red in my tank. I rinsed pretty well before using, but still get clouding...

Hi Jeff Rather get one of these. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CO2-Doppelmanometer-Druckminderer-Feinnadelventil-/200339728503?pt=de_haus_garten_tierbedarf_fische&hash=item2ea52da877 You can buy direct or they have this shop on ebay. Alot of the guys of here use this one, even though its abit more...

Mine like blanched cucumber and lettuce (I blanch mine for a fair while until just befor it turns mushy - the cucumber will have a translucent sort of appearance) I havent tried peas or cabbage :)

Be sure to start a journal and share your experiences :) Good luck with setting up your tank0.

Welcome to the forum Chris :) You've come to the right place for information and helpful advice

Hi Steve. How are the fry getting on? :) How did the mozzie egg rafts work out?

Sounds like a good Birthday weekend.....You're a very lucky man to have a OH like this :)

Re: Mike's see-through tank challenge Hardscaping looks great :thumbup: and I dont think it needs any further tinkering right now :) You are definitely at the point where you can just watch it grow in and enjoy the process Well done and keep the pics coming

I agree with you Tom :oops: Ater my post I realised the tank size would not be appropriate for active swimmers like the Danios

Perhaps 3-4 Zebra Danio

My guess is the....the LFS? What will you be buying?

They'll be absolutely fine Beccy. Good luck :)

Wow...this looks awesome and love everthing about it... :thumbup:

Hi Tony Like London Dragon has said, It would be a good time to start a journal seens you're about to set up your new tank. All questions and queries can be posted in your journal or more specific questions could then be posted in another seperate thread if required. You would need to provide...

welcome to the forum Tony :text-welcomewave: and good luck :) Dont hesitate to ask any questions on your mind

Cool, thanks for the ID Luis :thumbup:

Hi folks I set up a "nature pond" in a bucket placed outdoors using Darrels method described above (thanks Darrel) :thumbup: I intended to add Daphnia and try to grow these on for my fish but have'nt got round to adding the Daphnia to start things off yet. I have however aquired some other...