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Tank Top Question
zeek wrote:
As for your setup, I strongly recommend you reconsider your choice of substrate. The fact that your are a self-proclaimed "Planted Tank Newbie" is the reason I suggest it. Soil substrates are best left to those who are more experienced with planted setups; and even then it's an arguable point at that! I would suggest either 100% flourite or a mix of flourite and gravel if money is a concern. After you get a few years of experience and lots of reading you can always re-visit the idea of a soil based substrate. This is especially true if you go 100% flourite instead of a mix because it will be easier to reuse with the soil later on. I've had a planted setup for about five years now... About a year ago I converted my substrate to flourite and soil (with heating cables). So far it's been a very positive experience -- but I'm glad I did not attempt a soil substrate with my first planted tank. Beleive me, it's not for the faint of heart! Everyone listen to Zeek on this one. I've been into planted tanks for two years and I still would never repeat the soil mistake I made when starting out. Flourite is wonderful. |
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