Where to Start?
Why would you decide to have an aquarium?
Perhaps you saw one in a friend's home and were mesmerized by the beauty of an underwater planted aquarium.... or was it the colorful movements of a group of marine fish and corals in a pet store's fish tank? It could simply be the appreciation and love for nature's jewel-like wonders.
When you have decided that an aquarium is what you really want, whether freshwater or marine, the best place to start is at Aquareef Aquarium Design. Here you will receive the best personalized service for all your aquarium needs.
Here are a few things that Aquareef owners Ken and Linny ask clients before a project begins. Knowing the answers to these questions will prepare you for your preliminary meeting with your aquarium designer: -
- Where do you plan to locate the tank?
- How much sunlight does that location get on a daily basis?
- How large an aquarium are you considering?
- What kinds of fish do you like?
- Are you interested in "landscaping" with corals?
- Do you have an idea of what you'd like your tank to look like?
- Do you plan to maintain your aquarium yourself?
- Do you have a budget in mind?
By deciding on having an aquarium, you have demonstrated your passion for nature. Having a thriving and healthy ecosystem depends on a properly designed system, your interest, efforts and dedication to this wonderful hobby. Many aquarium ecosystems fail due to lack of knowledge and a poorly designed system.
Once you have taken on the responsibility of having an aquarium, it is important to provide the best living conditions for the livestock. Keeping an aquarium with livestock is a privilege that you will enjoy for years to come - your reward will be reaped daily as you enjoy the colour, habits, movements and growth of the animals, fish and plants you care for.
There are many things to consider when deciding or an aquarium for your home or office. Start by deciding on a realistic budget. Determine how much you would like to spend, considering the purchase and regular maintence and upkeep. Whether you decide on a "fish only" aquarium or a complete coral reef aquarium, the system design must accommodate them, so the filration system, lighting system etc, will affect expense.
You will need to think about the space you have for an aquarium, decide how large an aquarium you would like to have and the type of livestock you would like to keep.
Here at Aquareef Aquarium Design you will have opportunity to visit our fish room, be inspired by the range of fish and livestock, see working ecosystem and discuss your expectations with us. Our service includes new hobbyists and seasoned hobbyists as well. At Aquareef Aquarium Design here, we have high quality supplies and products available for your aquarium, as well as livestock including corals, fish, invertebrates and live rocks. View our Photo galleries!
Contact Aquareef to make an appointment for a discussion regarding your saltwater aquarium! Ken and Linny will make the process easy, interesting and fun!