How Do You Build An Aquarium From Scratch?
Fish tanks can create areas of relaxation in your home and allow for long periods of enjoyment watching the fish swim and interact. While building an aquarium from scratch can be a long process, the ease of a well-working tank far out weighs the challenges. With initial cost of supplies out of the way and the tank set up, tank maintenance will be relatively simple and easy. Take time now to get the tank off to a good start, and you and your fish will be happy. Choose your tank. Anywhere from 10 to 25 gallons is usually a good size for a beginning hobbyist. If you aren’t sure what size fish you want to keep, this will offer some flexibility. Remember, fish need room to move and grow, so keep roughly no more than one inch of fish for every gallon of water. For example, 10 fish that will grow to 3 inches long need a 30 gallon tank. Place the tank on an aquarium stand or cabinet that’s big enough to hold it. Pick a location out of direct sunlight during the day and avoid high-traffic areas
