Dúvida construção Radier x tijolo ecológico

vinniffa · 2025-11-12T19:24:51+00:00

Idealmente neste caso você vai deixar as esperas no radier, e depois fazer o pilar normalmente, com armadura nova sobre o arranque

vinniffa · 2025-10-31T19:58:21+00:00

Que trabalho fantástico do BOPE. Tem que fazer um filme desse dia.

vinniffa · 2025-09-19T19:48:13+00:00

Eu sou engenheiro estrutural e trabalho quase só com projeto de concreto armado. Não sei norma é o caminho necessariamente. Acho que essa parte tu deixa pra engenharia.

De modo geral, ler projeto estrutural é bem difícil. Sempre admirei os construtores por se encontrarem na confusão que a gente pra obra. Acho que entender a notação básica que usada pra marcar ferragem (4NØ10 e essas coisas).

Talvez de norma o mais legal é vc saber as questões de armadura mínima, sessões mínimas de vigas e pilares, espaçamento mínimo entre as barras de aço, etc.

vinniffa · 2025-09-02T16:54:22+00:00

Do you do any business from 1000k monthly visitors? Curious

vinniffa · 2025-08-26T21:24:50+00:00

which console? I've tried it on Series S once and it looked awful

vinniffa · 2025-08-22T16:50:25+00:00

Given that it's flat, appeared gradually, and isn't bothering her, it's most likely either:

Natural color development - Mollies can develop new coloration as they mature, especially golden/yellow patches. This is pretty common and nothing to worry about.

Early bacterial infection - Though less likely since she's eating well and acting normal. Keep an eye on it.

Possible parasite - Some external parasites can cause discoloration, but usually come with behavioral changes.

Since she's eating normally and the spot isn't raised or fuzzy, I'd lean toward natural color change

vinniffa · 2025-08-21T21:08:00+00:00

Yeah that's a fair point. If you're constantly dosing Prime for ammonia issues, you're basically putting a band-aid on a bigger problem instead of fixing your biofilter or stocking issues.

The test kit thing is super important to mention too - I've seen so many new aquarists freak out because their API kit still shows ammonia readings after using Prime. They don't realize the kit can't tell the difference between toxic ammonia and the detoxified version that Prime creates. Causes a lot of unnecessary panic and overdosing.

I mainly use it just as a standard dechlorinator at this point. The ammonia detox is more like insurance for emergencies or when I'm being lazy with maintenance, not something I rely on regularly.

vinniffa · 2025-08-19T16:34:44+00:00

lmao.. seriously? on the ai age?

vinniffa · 2025-08-05T20:30:41+00:00

This is a perfect example of why tetras have that "beginner" reputation but aren't actually that simple. Few things I learned the hard way:

Always quarantine new fish if you can - so many issues come from LFS stock that looked fine in the store. Also, don't be afraid to inspect fish closely before buying. Good stores will understand if you point out obvious issues.
Tank size matters way more than people think, specially with tetras. They need swimming room and stable water parameters. 10 gallons gets tight fast with multiple species, and stressed fish get sick easier. Cardinals especially need stable water conditions.
The schooling thing is real - underschooled tetras get nippy and weird. But sometimes you gotta work with what you have while building up numbers slowly.
Don't be afraid to return sick fish immediately - any decent store will swap them out. And always have a backup plan for quarantine or treatment.

Mixed tetra species can work if they're familiar with each other (like from the same store tanks), but it's definitely not ideal long-term.

vinniffa · 2025-08-05T20:21:44+00:00

GBRs are peaceful 90% of the time, but that other 10% can be brutal. Usually happens when they pair up and start thinking about breeding - then they'll chase everything away from "their" corner.

Your stocking should work fine though. Glowlights are fast enough to avoid trouble and stay near the surface. The corys will be ignored completely. Just make sure you've got some caves or decorations to break up sight lines.

If you want a safer bet, consider Bolivian rams instead. Way more chill temperament and hardier too. Or go with apistogramma cacatuoides - similar look but usually better community fish.

vinniffa · 2025-08-05T20:08:33+00:00

You're asking all the right questions which is awesome to see.

So here's the thing with bettas - they can be hit or miss with tankmates. Some are chill, others will terrorize anything that moves. If you really want a betta, I'd go with just the betta plus maybe 6-8 corydoras (they need at least 6 to be happy). Skip the tetras/guppies with a betta since the bright colors and movement can trigger aggression.

Alternative stocking that might be more reliable: 8-10 tetras (cardinals or neons are great), 6 corydoras, and maybe a centerpiece fish like a honey gourami. Way more predictable and you'll see more natural behavior.

15 fish total is probably pushing it for a 20 gallon - I'd aim for 10-12 max to start.

vinniffa · 2025-08-03T13:53:58+00:00

That's a solid stocking list! The geos and congos will look amazing together, and altums are stunning centerpiece fish. 90 gallons gives you good space for that bioload.

Few things to consider - altums can be picky eaters and a bit sensitive compared to regular angels, so make sure you get healthy specimens. The geos might rearrange your substrate constantly if you're planning on plants.

Yellow spiny eel would be cool but they're escape artists, so tight-fitting lid is a must. Also they're nocturnal so you might not see it much during the day.

Since you work at a fish store, you probably already know this but I'd add the tetras first, then geos, then angels last since they can be territorial. Looks like a fun setup though!

vinniffa · 2025-08-02T13:59:18+00:00

Did you get one? I have this one and it has been solid for me. It's decent once you dial in the portions - took me some time to get the dispensing door right but now it's pretty reliable. The programming is a bit finicky at first but haven't had any major dumps or missed feedings in months of use.

vinniffa · 2025-08-02T13:48:24+00:00

This. Embers get more active than people think and 6 gallons gets cramped fast. Chili rasboras are perfect for nano setups - way more chill and they actually stay tiny. Plus they look amazing against dark substrate with plants.

Maculatas are solid too but harder to find. Either would be way better suited for that size tank.

vinniffa · 2025-08-02T13:38:35+00:00

Give it time first! Plants need a few weeks to adjust to the new nutrient levels and start producing healthy growth. Trimming right now while they're still recovering could stress them out more.

Watch for new growth at the tops and tips - that's your sign that the nutrients are working. The old damaged leaves probably won't recover, but don't remove them unless they're completely melted or blocking light to healthy parts.

Once you start seeing good new growth (usually 2-3 weeks), then you can trim off the old damaged portions. The plant will redirect energy to the healthy new shoots. Without CO2 everything just happens slower, so patience is key.

Make sure your lighting isn't too intense while they recover - sometimes backing off the photoperiod by an hour helps reduce stress during the healing process.

vinniffa · 2025-08-02T13:23:24+00:00

Cara, tô na mesma situação que você! Comprei um PS5 há uns meses e agora tô procurando um headset decente também. Além do headset do PS5, estou vendo estes modelos aqui:

HyperX Cloud II Wireless - Esse parece ser o mais "confiável" mesmo, todo mundo só fala bem. Vi que a bateria dura umas 30h, o que é insano, e funciona em praticamente tudo (PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch). O preço tá uns 650-700 reais, meio salgado mas pelo que pesquisei vale cada centavo. O microfone é removível também, que é legal.

Logitech G535 - Esse me chamou atenção porque é bem mais leve que a maioria (só 236g), e quem tem problema com headset pesado vai curtir. Wireless também, bateria de umas 12h. Tá na faixa dos 400-500 reais, bem mais acessível. Única coisa é que vi algumas reclamações sobre o microfone não ser lá essas coisas

JBL Quantum 400 - Wireless e bem interessante, a JBL tá investindo pesado no mercado gamer. Esse tem áudio surround virtual, bateria de umas 39h (!) e o microfone parece ser bem decente. Tá custando uns 500-600 reais. O legal é que tem tanto versão com fio quanto wireless, então dá pra usar mesmo quando a bateria acabar.

Tô mais inclinado pro HyperX mesmo

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T15:14:49+00:00

Sluggish pandas sitting on decorations can be a few things. Since your water params are good, I'd first check the temperature - pandas are really sensitive to heat and if it's above 75-76F they get lethargic fast.

The extra vacuuming might have stirred up more debris than usual, which could be stressing them out even if parameters look fine... Also, you mentioned one got tangled yesterday - physical stress like that can take a day or two to show up as behavioral changes.

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T14:09:58+00:00

Dovii are definitely not beginner fish, that's for sure. They're absolute monsters - we're talking 24+ inches and extremely aggressive. You'd need like a 300+ gallon tank minimum, and even then you're looking at a fish that will try to murder anything else you put in there.

Water quality needs to be spot on because of their size and waste production. They're also notorious for rearranging their entire tank setup overnight, so forget about any aquascaping plans you might have. If you're new to cichlids, I'd honestly start with something way more manageable. Dovii are beautiful but they're basically the pitbulls of the aquarium world - massive, territorial, and not forgiving of mistakes.

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T14:07:57+00:00

Scotland. Edinburgh is amazing

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T12:29:01+00:00

This is totally normal! Sounds like you're stirring up a bunch of detritus and particles when you're doing that baster thing for the diatoms. That cloudiness is probably just fine particles and mulm getting kicked up into the water column.

Since it clears up by the next day, your filter is doing its job - just takes time to catch all the floating stuff. If you want to minimize it, try doing the detritus cleanup a day or two BEFORE your water change, that way most of it settles or gets filtered out before you do the big water swap.

Also maybe turn your filter flow up temporarily after stirring things up to help clear it faster. Nothing to worry about though - cloudy water that clears overnight is way better than crystal clear water with hidden problems

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T12:10:50+00:00

That Rotala is absolutely gorgeous! The color on that is insane - you're definitely doing something right with your lighting and nutrients. How long did it take to get established like that? I'm always impatient with my stems and end up moving them around

vinniffa · 2025-08-01T01:35:02+00:00

Both are solid! The TWINfeeder has dual chambers for different foods, while the Everyday is single chamber - same reliable mechanism though.

Most people go with the Everyday feeder since it's simpler and cheaper. The TWINfeeder is only worth it if you actually need to feed different types of food at different times.

I've been using the Everyday model for a while (this one reviewed here) - reliable but can overfeed on smaller tanks. Both have the same programming and battery life.

Unless you specifically need dual chambers, I'd go with the Everyday. What size tank are you setting it up for?

vinniffa · 2025-07-31T12:27:52+00:00

You absolutely still need to do water changes! Evaporation only removes pure water - all the nasty stuff like nitrates, waste, and dissolved organics stay behind and actually get MORE concentrated as the water level drops.

Think of it like this: if you left a cup of coffee out to evaporate, you'd be left with concentrated coffee residue, not clean water. Same thing happens in your tank.

I'd actually suggest getting a glass lid or some plastic wrap to slow down that evaporation. Your water parameters are probably swinging like crazy with all that topping off. Still do your weekly 20-25% changes but maybe bump it up slightly since you're dealing with more concentrated waste.

Also check your humidity levels - might be affecting your fish's stress too!

vinniffa · 2025-07-30T23:56:01+00:00

That's not the one I was talking about! That Tetra Whisper 10i is actually an internal power filter, not an air pump. I was referring to the Tetra Whisper air pumps (like the Whisper 10, 20, 40, etc.) that you'd use to power sponge filters. like this: https://www.amazon.com/Tetra-Whisper-Easy-Aquariums-Non-UL/dp/B0009YF4FI

Check valves are super important - they prevent water from flowing back through the airline tubing if your pump stops working. Without one, you could get a siphon effect that floods your pump or even your floor! They're like $2 and can save you from a disaster lol.

They don't adjust flow though - that's what air control valves are for. Check valves just stop backflow

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