Hi,
I'm considering upgrading from a Rio 125 to a Vision 260 as it's the right size for the space I have, but I find the proportions a bit wrong (I prefer tanks at least twice as long as they are tall).
One solution I was considering is to run the tank with the water level about 10cm lower than suggested, to allow some of the plants hopefully to grow above the water level and flower etc. I'd leave the existing hood and lights in place.
If I did this would I get loads of condensation on the glass above the water level (which would ruin the look I'm going for), and would the lights simply fry the plants as soon as they poke above the water line?
My other solution would be to find a glazier willing to chop off the top six inches, which I'm guessing would be difficult!
Thanks,
Simon.
I'm considering upgrading from a Rio 125 to a Vision 260 as it's the right size for the space I have, but I find the proportions a bit wrong (I prefer tanks at least twice as long as they are tall).
One solution I was considering is to run the tank with the water level about 10cm lower than suggested, to allow some of the plants hopefully to grow above the water level and flower etc. I'd leave the existing hood and lights in place.
If I did this would I get loads of condensation on the glass above the water level (which would ruin the look I'm going for), and would the lights simply fry the plants as soon as they poke above the water line?
My other solution would be to find a glazier willing to chop off the top six inches, which I'm guessing would be difficult!
Thanks,
Simon.