Custom Made Aquariums - Aquarium Styles and Fish Choices Ideas

There is nothing like the attraction of having your very own view of the ocean with fish swimming around in an aquarium. You may decide choose some custom made aquariums, which they can make yourself or get someone else to do it for you, because the space you have chosen does not take the standard size aquarium that you can buy and it is already made.

An aquarium, whether it is in the office or at home, is very relaxing and is something that can be captivating for a long period of time, as well as setting off the room as a beautiful highlight. Live coral and plants can be added to the aquarium to create the illusions of a miniature reef in an office or home. As well you can use different colored shells as well for the same effect. Don't know here to start? Thats ok, there are a lot of people who choose to get someone else to do all the work for them. It all depends on your budget and how confident you feel about doing it yourself.

The first thing to consider even before you you start is to decide on the size, shape and type of aquarium.

Salt Water fish tanks or Freshwater?

Size - are you going for an unusual or irregular size? Large or small? One of the great advantages of a custom made aquarium is that you can aim for a look that you normally may not have considered. Then the only limitation is in your imagination.

Shape-Hexagon is a popular shape but triangular can be placed in areas where space is limited.

Corner aquariums can be used so that they are discreet but can still be seen. The conventional rectangular shape can be taken to new levels with the addition of extras like putting it in a custom made case that has area above and below that contains all the tubing and wiring. Go for glass that has a blue light behind it and the whole look changes. Don't hold back. The choices become limitless.?Wall mounted instead of having it as free-standing? Deeper or taller than your normal sized tank?

Type of aquarium -?Saltwater or freshwater fish tank??Freshwater is less expensive in the form of start up costs however you cannot match the sheer brilliance of a saltwater tank. Are saltwater harder to look after than freshwater? While there is more details that need to be considered; use the right atmosphere and know what care needs to be done to take proper care of the fish. Do you homework first. Acrylic is the best material to use as it is lighter than glass and it is easy to make unique. If your budget is a concern then you can still go for glass.

Choose fish and plants that live well together as you are designing an ecosystem. Some fish do not get on well and have some preferences when it comes to plants. ?You don't want to invest in a lot of fish and plants that end up dead.

Choosing to go with custom made aquariums opens up a world of possibilities that you may not have considered with a conventional aquarium. Take into consideration the factors I have outlined in this article when making your final decision to set off that special area at the home or office.

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How to Setup a Tropical Fish Tank - A Beginners Guide

A tropical aquarium can create a focal point for any room. This guide will show you how to put together a low maintenance aquarium in a few easy steps.

1. Buy an aquarium and hood (lid) with a light. Generally it is easier to maintain a bigger tank than a small one but the equipment for bigger tanks is also more expensive. I would recommend an aquarium that is at least 24 inches long by 12 inches high by 12 inches wide. This size is easy to maintain and will work well even in a small room. It will also allow you enough space for a few different types of tropical fish. Buy an electric internal submersible filter; ensuring it is the right size for your aquarium. For this size of aquarium I would recommend the Fluval 2 plus, in my experience Fluval internal filters tend to be the best quality and are easy to maintain. Filters usually say on the box what size aquarium they are suitable for.

You will also need a thermometer, gravel or sand, backing for the aquarium (the picture that goes at the rear to create an ocean feel), a heater, for this size of aquarium 150 watts will be fine.

2. Wash the aquarium out with warm water and a new cloth. Do not use detergent or bleach as it will kill the fish, no matter how well you think you have washed it out. Wash the sand/gravel and the filter sponge/media. It should just clip open so that you can remove it for washing.Wash the sand/gravel in a bucket with clean warm water. The filter sponge can be rinsed under the tap.

3. Tape the backing to the rear of the aquarium. You will need to mount the tank near a plug socket in order to run the filter and heater. Make sure its not opposite a window as the light will cause algae to build up. Also avoid putting it near a radiator or heat source. Place the aquarium on a table or aquarium stand against a wall. Gently pour the sand or gravel into the bottom of the aquarium and using the stick on mounts, place the heater and filter inside the aquarium. Do not plug them in yet!

4. Fill the tank with water and turn the heater and filter on. Leave the tank for at least 72 hours before adding fish. Tropical tanks should have water that is between 26-27 degrees centigrade. The heater has a thermostat built in so it will maintain this temperature.

5. Now you can add your fish. I recommend, tiger barbs,guppies and neon tetras. When adding fish, do it gradually, 2 or 3 at a time, over a period of 3 weeks. Float the bag containing the fish inside the aquarium for around fifteen minutes. Tear a small hole in the side of the bag and let them swim out on their own. This will avoid any trauma for them. Leave all lights off for around 24 hours when you add new fish.

6. Enjoy your beautiful new aquarium.

How to Save Money When You Buy a Wall Mounted Aquarium

Aquariums come in many sizes and styles. Mounted wall aquariums are those installed in a wall. These are excellent choice for a fish hobbyist and anyone who wants to reduce his/her body, spirit and mind, who lives in an apartment too small to afford a large aquarium. To buy a wall mounted aquarium is also great for better decoration and having an aesthetic finish to a great visual of the apartment.

Hang on the wall fish tanks are available in many sizes. There are panoramic and mega wall aquariums and available for large, small or medium sized walls. Also circular wall aquariums can be found. One may need to hire a professional to help understand if there are pipes, wirings or air ducts in the wall s/he intends to use. When buying a fish wall hanging, one is investing a lot of money and the amount goes bigger with the size of the aquarium. As the sizes commonly vary within 2 ft to 30 ft in width, the cost varies form $200 to $2000.

Once you have selected a size, shape and all the other criteria, you need to select a place to buy it from. You may choose to buy a wall mounted aquarium online or from a local pet shop according to your budget, advantage and availability. This is the place where it sometimes gets tricky. Deciding what to buy is relatively easier than deciding where to buy from specially if there are a lot of options available.

Buying a wall mounted fish bowl online is a good option today, not only because of the less complexity and more ease on installation, but also because of the pricing. Local pet shops often tend to quote a higher price because they are often the only (or one of the very few) shop of their own genre.

But in the case of online shopping, the scenario is totally different. There are numerous websites offering sale for wall mounted aquariums and the price decrease because of sheer competition. Also the online auction schemes like the e-bay and others can help a lot, as it might play according to your luck. If saving money is something important to you, we recommend that you buy a wall mounted aquarium on the web.

Websites like eBay.com presents you with many options. The options for auction and buy-it-now on e-bay can offer different prices and you have a chance to decide where to choose form instead of pet stores where you need to pay a visit and decide. Also accessories can be easy to find on the web.

A wall hanging fish bowl can be a lucrative decision for your home. It adds value. Research what you need/like and evaluate your product form the sea of vendors available on the internet.

You can buy a wall mounted aquarium at very cheap prices these days, I have hung this wall aquarium up for a friend of the family, if you want to know more about where you can buy a wall mounted aquarium visit my site http://www.sunnyfishtank.com/wallmountedaquariums.php

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