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Aquascapes are enchanting, and I am struck with the desire for my very first (and only!) tank. No room for trial & error.
Researching now, trying to avoid mistakes. That's how I found this site. I have few tools and no DIY abilities. Would welcome brand-name and other specific suggestions, etc. Budget secondary to aesthetics (within reason) because of location.
Problem:
Tank will be a room divider, so will be viewed from BOTH long sides and one short side, primarily. (no convenient 'back side' to hide stuff) It will sit on a wooden cabinet designed for the weight. I realize the Eheim filter will have tubing that will be visible.
What are the options for light fixtures?
I can't hang them from ceiling.
I don't like the 'heavy' look of wooden canopies.
I also have cats who will be intrigued with a new warm place, in case that is an issue.
Usually people photograph their tank interiors, so I don't see how the light situation is handled.
The tank I am considering is acrylic 75 gal. 'long' -- 48x15x18.
I would welcome ANY advice on how to 'suspend' (?) or otherwise deal with lights. I would like a verdant tank with most plant options available. I have heard it is also possible to have a 'night light' sort of option so the full lights don't have to be on when one is entertaining? Obviously looking for least obtrusive light options. Hoping there is a solution out there....?
Oh, I saw mention of 'grip lock' cables: look interesting - but I don't know how a fixture could be suspended...?
Thanks,
Bonnie
Researching now, trying to avoid mistakes. That's how I found this site. I have few tools and no DIY abilities. Would welcome brand-name and other specific suggestions, etc. Budget secondary to aesthetics (within reason) because of location.
Problem:
Tank will be a room divider, so will be viewed from BOTH long sides and one short side, primarily. (no convenient 'back side' to hide stuff) It will sit on a wooden cabinet designed for the weight. I realize the Eheim filter will have tubing that will be visible.
What are the options for light fixtures?
I can't hang them from ceiling.
I don't like the 'heavy' look of wooden canopies.
I also have cats who will be intrigued with a new warm place, in case that is an issue.
Usually people photograph their tank interiors, so I don't see how the light situation is handled.
The tank I am considering is acrylic 75 gal. 'long' -- 48x15x18.
I would welcome ANY advice on how to 'suspend' (?) or otherwise deal with lights. I would like a verdant tank with most plant options available. I have heard it is also possible to have a 'night light' sort of option so the full lights don't have to be on when one is entertaining? Obviously looking for least obtrusive light options. Hoping there is a solution out there....?
Oh, I saw mention of 'grip lock' cables: look interesting - but I don't know how a fixture could be suspended...?
Thanks,
Bonnie
