Setting up a new fish tank is quite simple. A golden rule to remember is to never buy the tank and fish on the same day. Majority of the aquariums are made from clear glass, optiwhite glass, or acrylic material. Glass tanks offer resistance to scratch but are much heavier than acrylic tanks.
There are several UK aquarium manufacturers that are listed on SearchMe4, UK’s leading online business directory. Custom built aquariums can be fashioned into any design the customer desires, for instance a custom tank was made from the shell of an Apple Macintosh computer, and some have been made into coffee tables, sinks, and even toilets. Tropical fish tanks are very colourful with attractive aquarium accessories.
First and foremost, you will have to buy the equipment which includes a glass tank with an air driven under gravel filter, plastic top with a fluorescent light, one pound-per-gallon of aquarium gravel, an air pump and a hanging heater, plastic plants, decorations. When deciding on the size of the fish tank keep in mind that larger tanks are easier to clean, can hold many more fish, and they provide more stable water conditions.
Once you have all your equipment, setting up your new fish tank is a piece of cake. Place your fish tank on a glass display cabinet or somewhere you will enjoy and be able to look after your fish. Make sure to place your tank away from direct sunlight and in a permanent place since moving your fish tank can be pretty hectic. Place the Under Gravel Filter (UGF), on the bottom of the tank and the lift tubes in their sockets, and check the setup instructions on the filter container.
Next, rinse the gravel and spread it out for even layer, avoid many dips in it as it slopes to the rear of the tank, to make your cleaning job simpler. Now can add the heater and water pumps someplace where you can see it so you can tell when it is on. The air pump should be placed above the water level to avoid the pump and other things from damaging.
The heaters and air pumps should be unplugged or else they can break when you add water. Thoroughly wash and place all your decorations. Add the water, once it is full, let it sit for an hour or so, to saturate your air stones and to equalize the heater temperature. Allow for a day or two before getting any fish to ensure that all of your equipment is working properly.
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