Build Your Own Aquarium
Building your own aquarium isn't as difficult as you might think! I did it, though after doing so I know a few more things that I would have done differently... and you'll know them now!
Let me show you what I would have done differently, and what I did right the first time. Note: The aquarium I built is totally enjoyable, and a major conversation piece, but if I were to do it again... well, that's what I'm here to talk about.
You might find that having an aquarium, of any size, is incredibly relaxing to watch, like having pets that respond to you, and is entertaining to design. And that only scratches the surface!
Let me show you what I would have done differently, and what I did right the first time. Note: The aquarium I built is totally enjoyable, and a major conversation piece, but if I were to do it again... well, that's what I'm here to talk about.
You might find that having an aquarium, of any size, is incredibly relaxing to watch, like having pets that respond to you, and is entertaining to design. And that only scratches the surface!
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- Free Aquarium Plans
- This is my site with complete instructions on how I built my own aquarium... it's a big one, about 250 gallons. But the plans can be used to build any size aquarium.
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Adding Fish to your Aquarium
Before stocking the aquarium with fish it is advisable to allow a settling period. This permits the water to age a little, gives time for particles in suspension to settle, and allows new plants to anchor their roots.
It is always advisable to allow four to seven days for the tank to stabilize before introducing the inhabitants. The amateur aquarist will find it better to keep a few of the cheaper fishes, like goldfish, for about two weeks. Then, assuming that they are still alive, and healthy, you can go ahead and get some fish that you really like.
Many enthusiasts, through expensive initial losses, have become disheartened and given up. If only they had gained a little knowledge first, they could have realized that aquarium keeping is a most exciting hobby.
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It is always advisable to allow four to seven days for the tank to stabilize before introducing the inhabitants. The amateur aquarist will find it better to keep a few of the cheaper fishes, like goldfish, for about two weeks. Then, assuming that they are still alive, and healthy, you can go ahead and get some fish that you really like.
Many enthusiasts, through expensive initial losses, have become disheartened and given up. If only they had gained a little knowledge first, they could have realized that aquarium keeping is a most exciting hobby.
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- OscarD OscarD Feb 20, 2009 @ 9:05 am
- Great Lens. I rated it 5 stars... Check out my related lens on Oscar Fish.
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- FoxMusic FoxMusic May 19, 2008 @ 9:27 am
- Great Lens - we moved and have not been able to set up our tank yet.
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- EliteClubs EliteClubs Apr 17, 2008 @ 11:40 pm
- This lens is great, very informative, thank you.
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- totalhealth totalhealth Apr 15, 2008 @ 10:43 am
- wonderful lens. I love taking care of ornamental fishes, but i prefer concrete fish tank for my fishes.
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- StacymomBiz StacymomBiz Mar 17, 2008 @ 3:54 pm
- I love this lens! I have a 55 gallon reef aquarium and I can't wait to build a bigger one! Keep up the great work :-)
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