Tom Sarac and Eric Nadon from Fluval offer useful tips on how to create an aesthetically-pleasing freshwater aquarium. For additional information, visit: bit.ly/3eHsNUh.
What gave me my inspiration? I setup a 55 gallon with two large decorations in it thinking it would be enough, after a while I decided I absolutely hated it so before I got my fish into it I bought smaller plants (real and fake) Rocks, pebbles, different substrate, and just went to town with decorating, not stopping until I was happy with how it looked. Now I have my angels and corydoras sitting in it. Waiting for my tetras to arrive!
I got a 55 gallon, and it was a mess. The plants were all one kind and I had random rocks and blue gravel, it was a disaster. After a year it occurred to me that this was horrible for not just me to look at, but for the fish, so I am in the middle of redecorating with the fish inside. I need help, how do I make it less stressful, and make it look natural 😭
I buy a lot more decor than I need so that every time I do a 30% water change, I switch the decor to make sure my danios and barbs have more to explore, since fish are naturally inquisitive.
I have the fluval edge 6 gallon myself and the one thing is the limitations of putting things in i had trouble putting a log in from the store but i made it work.
well i use pebbles artificial plants wood gravel and other fun bits because i got a siemese fighting fish a shrimp and a weather loach and they love it in there tank
Those two tanks that stands on the table are really pretty but also insane expensive! And the thing that they don't show you about that specific type of aquarium, is that its crazy hard to keep clean and also change water, because the hole at the top of the aquarium is so freaking small! So i suggest that you don't buy those...it's gonna be so hard to maintain...
Awesome set ups! I really love Fluval! And I really like the fluval decoration and detail. Can i use a Fluval pier post or Fluval pulley decor in a Fluval betta 2.6 gallon? Or is this decor too large for this tank?
I'm not an expert, but I do look at design from a cinematic perspective, try to frame it with 3rds. On the Edge, because of how it is like a cut cube of water, it has me thinking of design with a 3D space and angle. This is different from when I was a young kid, focusing only on the front forwards-facing view (like a painting). I think in a way, the nature of the Edge tanks really bring out those considerations more so than some others (and really just because of that glass top), at least to me. I can't wait until the larger 2015 Edge tanks release. I already have plans to build 2. I want to build a sand waterfall in one, and the other I want to simulate ruins. I don't think I'm going to try and go for realism (As in making sure the fish, substrate, plants, and decor are all location/habitat accurate), but I do plan on trying to keep things in proportion and take the man-made resin pieces and place them in a natural way, and pick plants that match the setting. So hopefully it will look at least a bit natural to the uninformed. I think they will make fun projects next year, but for now I am just planning and building parts. I guess it would be easier if I knew the dimensions of the new edge and the new top hole, but so far I'm feeling good about them and just can't wait until they release.
Thank u for info. Very good advice on how to draw the eye in aquarium. I've liked all your videos. My question is.... what kind of decor tunnels are good for 5 bettas. Females for enjoy? Thanks.
Tunnels are not typically used by bettas, a variety of plants, including some floating at the surface is appreciated by a betta. Female betta splendens are best kept separate from a male unless you have set up a specific breeding aquarium.
Really enjoy your videos. I purchase a huge piece of drift wood for my 50 gallon tall aquarium but I can't seem to get the water clear it has a tea like color. I used prime to get it clear but no luck. Please help. Thanks
Hi Pam, thank you we are pleased you do! Yes driftwood being a natural organic substance will leach tannins and other compounds that can discolor water..mind you, some fish that come from naturally stained water actually prefer that. That said, it is important to pre-soak any new driftwood for at least a week, change that water daily and after putting it in your aquarium ensure you are using fresh carbon. It is also a good idea to change the carbon one to two times a month, it will help remove and control discoloration.
I have a question. Driftwood comes from the Ocean mainly and I have many pieces. How do we make it safe to use in a fresh water tank? Is rinsing it off enough or do we soak the pieces in something for a while or just what is suggested? Thank you!
Boiling or baking the wood is the safest way to make sure it's okay for use in an aquarium! It's also a good idea to make sure the wood is hard enough - if you can easily push your fingernail into the wood, it's too soft!
Please visit fluvalaquatics.com to view this gravel washer that is specifically made for smaller tanks that are well decorated:www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/11080-gravel-vac-multi-substrate-cleaner/#.W6vuLtdKjcs
I love my 6 gallon edge. It is the most beautiful tank you can buy for under $200. But, it hasn't been good for my Bettas. It stresses labryth fish out. I recomend a school of nano fish with lush aquascaping. The dumber the better for the fish you pick.
Yeah but what about when you want to put a couple of castles in there as well as fresh plants? Driftwood is kind of boring, I'd like to put something the kids would like in there as well as live plants.
Had the 46 Liter Fluvel aquarium, yeah they look stylish but for practical purposes they are bloody awful. The top is covered over with glass thus leaving only a small square opening for you to try and plant and stock your aquarium. The amount of times i cursed this design fault - try and catch a fish with your net in one of these things, it nearly impossible! In the end i took the whole top off for a more easier open top version. So unless you like fiddly stuff i wouldn't bother, they're are far more practical aquariums out there. Believe me most people eventually go for a rim less tank at some point in the hobby because of these issues.
Lol he keeps saying fluval fluval guys it's moneymaking they only used fluval products sorry fluval I'm a big fan of your products I just thought it was funny I have an idea why I don't use your great substrate is because it turns To sludge and it looks so bad but I use your heaters your lights and your aquariums I didn't even know you guys sold pebbles and gravel I also use your filters I think they're the best filters you can get especially the FX4
Plants décor and the substrate is okay but the rest is sucks ! Bitch to when it comes maintenance water change water evaporation and cleaning and planting after trimming and less surface for gas exchange and bubbles build up under the top glass also 3-4 days after the evaporation and the top is just a big solid bubble and the light is in 1 spot and many I mean 4 big dead spot ! Over all I would not recommend it to any aquarist unless want to have a nightmare and especially not a beginner tank and just chase away new aquarist who interested but fail cause of this set up ! On a scale of 1-10 I give it a 1 !
Sneaka Cat Yeah just saying to save some fool to throw out big money ! As it stands doomed to fail ! 2 minor things surface size for gas exchange and the rest of the problems will fallow ! Cleaning it ..... um lol ? Strung out .... yeah "what ever works"
Uhhh...just clean the aquarium like you would another tank. It's not that hard man. You might need to move a few more things. Oh and as a recovered coke addict I can say you seriously sound like you are on something.
Sneaka Cat hahahaha ! Are you sure you recovered or just had a moment of ........ ! Yeah I guess if you have just 1 tank is not such a big deal but still wonder after 6 mo. or even a 1 after you still have it ! Do you have air going in extra cause you need for the gas exchange and that tiny hole on top is not enough for that ! I hope you feel me dude ! Or may be take a 10 piece and then you'll get it ! OK nigga jokes a side congrats for kicking the bad habit it join in the luxury habit ! Both habit very expensive but this one is nice and healthier then the other ! Again if you kicked it then thumbs up 4 U and it's Cool !
What gave me my inspiration? I setup a 55 gallon with two large decorations in it thinking it would be enough, after a while I decided I absolutely hated it so before I got my fish into it I bought smaller plants (real and fake) Rocks, pebbles, different substrate, and just went to town with decorating, not stopping until I was happy with how it looked. Now I have my angels and corydoras sitting in it. Waiting for my tetras to arrive!
I got a 55 gallon, and it was a mess. The plants were all one kind and I had random rocks and blue gravel, it was a disaster. After a year it occurred to me that this was horrible for not just me to look at, but for the fish, so I am in the middle of redecorating with the fish inside. I need help, how do I make it less stressful, and make it look natural 😭
I like black background and gravel, it makes the fish colors and decor pop.
This is fantastic thank you Eric. I'm on my first tank & decorating it. Its been many years since I had a fish tank. Love these ideas!
Happy to help! 😊
@@fluval I just ordered a fluvall filter .. I hope I do it all right for my guppies .. :)
Thank you!
I like my tanks to look natural
Nice video helped me a lot in setting up my Aquarium
Hope you guys upload more videos of aquascaping
+Fares Sealiti Thank you, Fares. We're pleased this video was helpful.
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The Fluval Edge series of aquariums are the coolest/stylish looking aquariums made!
Thanks, Sector 001!
Sector 001 yeah
I like to make little river beds in my aquariums, I use some pebbles and sand.
I buy a lot more decor than I need so that every time I do a 30% water change, I switch the decor to make sure my danios and barbs have more to explore, since fish are naturally inquisitive.
I have the fluval edge 6 gallon myself and the one thing is the limitations of putting things in i had trouble putting a log in from the store but i made it work.
How to make river beds? Sounds beautiful?
well i use pebbles artificial plants wood gravel and other fun bits because i got a siemese fighting fish a shrimp and a weather loach and they love it in there tank
I like adding a plant by the entrance of hides to give the fish more of a “hide”.
Hi Layla, great tip! 😎
I've made amazing tanks with exserience
Those two tanks that stands on the table are really pretty but also insane expensive! And the thing that they don't show you about that specific type of aquarium, is that its crazy hard to keep clean and also change water, because the hole at the top of the aquarium is so freaking small! So i suggest that you don't buy those...it's gonna be so hard to maintain...
i like the reef and stones kind
Awesome set ups! I really love Fluval! And I really like the fluval decoration and detail. Can i use a Fluval pier post or Fluval pulley decor in a Fluval betta 2.6 gallon? Or is this decor too large for this tank?
Those decor pieces would be a little large for the Betta Kit!
I'm not an expert, but I do look at design from a cinematic perspective, try to frame it with 3rds. On the Edge, because of how it is like a cut cube of water, it has me thinking of design with a 3D space and angle. This is different from when I was a young kid, focusing only on the front forwards-facing view (like a painting). I think in a way, the nature of the Edge tanks really bring out those considerations more so than some others (and really just because of that glass top), at least to me.
I can't wait until the larger 2015 Edge tanks release. I already have plans to build 2. I want to build a sand waterfall in one, and the other I want to simulate ruins. I don't think I'm going to try and go for realism (As in making sure the fish, substrate, plants, and decor are all location/habitat accurate), but I do plan on trying to keep things in proportion and take the man-made resin pieces and place them in a natural way, and pick plants that match the setting. So hopefully it will look at least a bit natural to the uninformed.
I think they will make fun projects next year, but for now I am just planning and building parts. I guess it would be easier if I knew the dimensions of the new edge and the new top hole, but so far I'm feeling good about them and just can't wait until they release.
what type of tree is that
Thank u for info. Very good advice on how to draw the eye in aquarium. I've liked all your videos. My question is.... what kind of decor tunnels are good for 5 bettas. Females for enjoy? Thanks.
Tunnels are not typically used by bettas, a variety of plants, including some floating at the surface is appreciated by a betta. Female betta splendens are best kept separate from a male unless you have set up a specific breeding aquarium.
i like lots of collor
Really enjoy your videos. I purchase a huge piece of drift wood for my 50 gallon tall aquarium but I can't seem to get the water clear it has a tea like color. I used prime to get it clear but no luck. Please help. Thanks
Hi Pam, thank you we are pleased you do! Yes driftwood being a natural organic substance will leach tannins and other compounds that can discolor water..mind you, some fish that come from naturally stained water actually prefer that. That said, it is important to pre-soak any new driftwood for at least a week, change that water daily and after putting it in your aquarium ensure you are using fresh carbon. It is also a good idea to change the carbon one to two times a month, it will help remove and control discoloration.
Pam STLGIRL - It did that with me. I don't know how long you've had yours, but my water got clear after a couple months.
was those wood were ordinary wood
I have a question. Driftwood comes from the Ocean mainly and I have many pieces. How do we make it safe to use in a fresh water tank? Is rinsing it off enough or do we soak the pieces in something for a while or just what is suggested? Thank you!
Boiling or baking the wood is the safest way to make sure it's okay for use in an aquarium! It's also a good idea to make sure the wood is hard enough - if you can easily push your fingernail into the wood, it's too soft!
@@fluval Thanks so much!! :)
Time to roll another one Erik
How do you go about cleaning the fish turds out? Do you have to remove everything? Will it damage the plants?
Please visit fluvalaquatics.com to view this gravel washer that is specifically made for smaller tanks that are well decorated:www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/11080-gravel-vac-multi-substrate-cleaner/#.W6vuLtdKjcs
i have a 125 litre tank for 8 little guppies that needed rehoming that I'm getting soon... i have too much tank i don't know what to do with it XD
I love my 6 gallon edge. It is the most beautiful tank you can buy for under $200. But, it hasn't been good for my Bettas. It stresses labryth fish out. I recomend a school of nano fish with lush aquascaping. The dumber the better for the fish you pick.
Yeah but what about when you want to put a couple of castles in there as well as fresh plants? Driftwood is kind of boring, I'd like to put something the kids would like in there as well as live plants.
I think fishes will live longer in something natural rather than shitty castles
@@nikadomazet5163 That's your feeling but it's probably not true. Castles do not shorten life span.
What about big fish ? I've got 6 koi at 11ish inches long tried plastic plants and the next day it looked like aqualypse happened.
Koi are very large and messy fish typically, so plastic plants would be quite a challenge.
Fluval Aquatics I would like to grow a carpet plant on the bottom . Would this be ok for them ? The tank I built is just under 500gal .
Had the 46 Liter Fluvel aquarium, yeah they look stylish but for practical
purposes they are bloody awful. The top is covered over with glass thus
leaving only a small square opening for you to try and plant and stock your aquarium.
The amount of times i cursed this design fault - try and catch a fish with your net
in one of these things, it nearly impossible! In the end i took the whole top off for a more easier open top version. So unless you like fiddly stuff i wouldn't bother, they're
are far more practical aquariums out there. Believe me most people eventually go for
a rim less tank at some point in the hobby because of these issues.
Does anyone know a good place to get tall driftwood like that shown at 3:30?
Most aquatics retailers carry slate-mounted spiderwood pieces like that one!
@@fluval Thank you!
saludos
I think you can make it yourself, just loook and learn from woodprix .
Lol he keeps saying fluval fluval guys it's moneymaking they only used fluval products sorry fluval I'm a big fan of your products I just thought it was funny I have an idea why I don't use your great substrate is because it turns To sludge and it looks so bad but I use your heaters your lights and your aquariums I didn't even know you guys sold pebbles and gravel I also use your filters I think they're the best filters you can get especially the FX4
Where is u r shop address
We are not a retail outlet, please contact your local fluval retailer for assistance.
Plants décor and the substrate is okay but the rest is sucks ! Bitch to when it comes maintenance water change water evaporation and cleaning and planting after trimming and less surface for gas exchange and bubbles build up under the top glass also 3-4 days after the evaporation and the top is just a big solid bubble and the light is in 1 spot and many I mean 4 big dead spot ! Over all I would not recommend it to any aquarist unless want to have a nightmare and especially not a beginner tank and just chase away new aquarist who interested but fail cause of this set up ! On a scale of 1-10 I give it a 1 !
+Gabor P Nigga you strung out
Sneaka Cat Yeah just saying to save some fool to throw out big money ! As it stands doomed to fail ! 2 minor things surface size for gas exchange and the rest of the problems will fallow ! Cleaning it ..... um lol ? Strung out .... yeah "what ever works"
Uhhh...just clean the aquarium like you would another tank. It's not that hard man. You might need to move a few more things. Oh and as a recovered coke addict I can say you seriously sound like you are on something.
Sneaka Cat hahahaha ! Are you sure you recovered or just had a moment of ........ ! Yeah I guess if you have just 1 tank is not such a big deal but still wonder after 6 mo. or even a 1 after you still have it ! Do you have air going in extra cause you need for the gas exchange and that tiny hole on top is not enough for that ! I hope you feel me dude ! Or may be take a 10 piece and then you'll get it ! OK nigga jokes a side congrats for kicking the bad habit it join in the luxury habit ! Both habit very expensive but this one is nice and healthier then the other ! Again if you kicked it then thumbs up 4 U and it's Cool !