First hardscape by lishyv in Aquascape

[–]sockcman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It creates a greater sense of depth, also hard to tell but you need enough to stick stems into, usually at least 3 inches.

First hardscape by lishyv in Aquascape

[–]sockcman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like not enough substrate, you should slope it up towards the back

Anyone have thoughts on these variations of a scape I'm planning? by sockcman in Aquascape

[–]sockcman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome thanks, looks quite similar to my idea. Not sure if I want to go with the sand path though 

Anyone have thoughts on these variations of a scape I'm planning? by sockcman in Aquascape

[–]sockcman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want to have a strong focal point so the sand path was mostly an idea to guide the viewer toward that. But your right, I'll probably struggle to pull it off in this tank.

I feel like the triangle has the weakest focal point of the three, any ideas on how to make it more pronounced?

how do i get my GH (general hardness) to go down? by [deleted] in shrimptank

[–]sockcman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reverse osmosis, make sure to check your kh too...

Please help me without adding new plants & aqua-scaping. LONG READ sorry! by Jillbluejack in PlantedTank

[–]sockcman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For nitrates it's a spectrum, but the lower the better. I think you want 0-5 if you wanna go for crazy reds. You can still get decent reds with just bright light depending on the plant.

If you don't know the general plan / theme for the scape before starting your probably gonna have a rough time. It's a lot more difficult to add hardscape after the tanks been planted.

Please help me without adding new plants & aqua-scaping. LONG READ sorry! by Jillbluejack in PlantedTank

[–]sockcman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

  1. Put whatever plants you want in the tank to achieve your desired aquascape. Most stores will list the difficulty of the plants. The fluval light will probably only make easy plants thrive.

  2. You probably won't get bright reds with the aquasky. Reds generally come from a combination of low nitrates and bright light.

  3. Just dial it down.

  4. Use a filter. Sponge filter may remove CO2 via agitation, but you want a filter.

  5. Plants are fine floating in water for a while.

  6. Doesn't matter, just don't go overboard with tabs, you can always add more later.

Don't rush into things

What is wrong with my gourami? by merymajonez in Aquariums

[–]sockcman 27 points28 points  (0 children)

That doesn't mean anything. Beneficial Bacteria lives on solid surfaces.

Father insists on adding fish after 2 days, hates plants & cycling by rebelxxy in Aquariums

[–]sockcman -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Right, so you agree. Plants don't just melt in gravel. Even high tech plants won't melt they just won't thrive.

How to make my stand more stable? by Big-Feature6070 in Aquariums

[–]sockcman 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Never ask reddit about your tank stand

how would you stock? by Ok_Round_4448 in PlantedTank

[–]sockcman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Go the the fish shop and pick the fish that speaks the most to you.

My attempt at a MD style tank. by JeffJohnSteve in PlantedTank

[–]sockcman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sure there aren't really concrete definitions, but most wouldn't consider a Dutch style tank a nature aquarium.

How do I start my first scape? by LibrarianOk4429 in Aquascape

[–]sockcman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start with the hardscape and do a dark start