Hi!
I've been without aquarium for nearly a year now, which is very hard to endure.
My dream setup would be a 60 cm ADA style setup, but it will take a long time before I can afford that...
So I'm thinking of getting a 45x30x30 cm/1.5'x1'x1' tank. I think that would be a rather nice size because its big enough for some small fishes, yet it's still so small that it can be placed on for example a sturdy table or a chest of drawers.
Also I've seen some very nice 'scapes made in this size (almost) tank in the AGA contest: http://showcase.aquatic-gardeners.org/2 ... ol=0&id=42
But when it comes to the lighting and filtering of the tank I need some help.
I would like to be able to grow glosso and other light-demanding plants so the lighting should be rather powerful. It's also very important to me that the lighting unit looks good and since I'm on a budget, it should not be too expensive.
When it comes to the filter I' m split between a small canister filter or a HOB filter. It would like it to be so discreete as possible since it will not be hidden in a stand.
Suggestions are very welcome!
ps. Sorry for my bad english, hope it's possible to understand.
I've been without aquarium for nearly a year now, which is very hard to endure.
My dream setup would be a 60 cm ADA style setup, but it will take a long time before I can afford that...
So I'm thinking of getting a 45x30x30 cm/1.5'x1'x1' tank. I think that would be a rather nice size because its big enough for some small fishes, yet it's still so small that it can be placed on for example a sturdy table or a chest of drawers.
Also I've seen some very nice 'scapes made in this size (almost) tank in the AGA contest: http://showcase.aquatic-gardeners.org/2 ... ol=0&id=42
But when it comes to the lighting and filtering of the tank I need some help.
I would like to be able to grow glosso and other light-demanding plants so the lighting should be rather powerful. It's also very important to me that the lighting unit looks good and since I'm on a budget, it should not be too expensive.
When it comes to the filter I' m split between a small canister filter or a HOB filter. It would like it to be so discreete as possible since it will not be hidden in a stand.
Suggestions are very welcome!
ps. Sorry for my bad english, hope it's possible to understand.