Hi,
I'm new to this forum. I currently have a 180 Gallon with LPS and lots of fish. We have 5 tangs, 2 clowns, a fox face and a trigger. I'm not a fan of SPS - but really enjoy the easy to keep LPS. We're building a new house and are designing our living room around a large tank. 300+. That said, when I mapped out all of the dimensions tonight in the floor plan, I'm worried that my original size of 96x30x36 will be too large for the space. We're now exploring a 84x24x30, or 84x30x36.
I want to have a large tank which would allow me to have lots of fish. My fav. part of the hobby is the fish - and a few LPS around to make it look like a reef. Is there a balance of going from 265 to 400? or 300 to 400 gallons? Just wanted to see what others out there who have had these sizes think.. I've got no one in my area with a tank this size to connect with so am hoping you may be able to give me some advice on:
- Is there a size (say 300 gal) that is easier to buy equipment for then going up? Ie, you only need 1 of things for 300gal, but would need 2 for 400gal, etc?
- forgetting cost difference in the tank and stand, is one size significantly more expensive then another size?
- with my tangs (and would love to get more) - do I need 8 feet long or is 7 sufficient? What about width - is there pros and cons to 24inches vs 30inches?
I'm going to have to buy all of the equipment new for the new tank so want to make sure I am factoring in all considerations prior to purchasing it online.
As well, I'm exploring centre overflows which would allow me to walk around all 4 sides. However, based on length, I may consider putting it against the wall and having it as a "wall/room divider'. That would mean that I would be able to have it drilled on one end - with pipes going down the side instead of the middle. Would you recommend one over the other?
MANY Thanks for your advice. This is our dream home, and I want this to be my "dream" piece/focal point!!
Thanks again,
Kara
I'm new to this forum. I currently have a 180 Gallon with LPS and lots of fish. We have 5 tangs, 2 clowns, a fox face and a trigger. I'm not a fan of SPS - but really enjoy the easy to keep LPS. We're building a new house and are designing our living room around a large tank. 300+. That said, when I mapped out all of the dimensions tonight in the floor plan, I'm worried that my original size of 96x30x36 will be too large for the space. We're now exploring a 84x24x30, or 84x30x36.
I want to have a large tank which would allow me to have lots of fish. My fav. part of the hobby is the fish - and a few LPS around to make it look like a reef. Is there a balance of going from 265 to 400? or 300 to 400 gallons? Just wanted to see what others out there who have had these sizes think.. I've got no one in my area with a tank this size to connect with so am hoping you may be able to give me some advice on:
- Is there a size (say 300 gal) that is easier to buy equipment for then going up? Ie, you only need 1 of things for 300gal, but would need 2 for 400gal, etc?
- forgetting cost difference in the tank and stand, is one size significantly more expensive then another size?
- with my tangs (and would love to get more) - do I need 8 feet long or is 7 sufficient? What about width - is there pros and cons to 24inches vs 30inches?
I'm going to have to buy all of the equipment new for the new tank so want to make sure I am factoring in all considerations prior to purchasing it online.
As well, I'm exploring centre overflows which would allow me to walk around all 4 sides. However, based on length, I may consider putting it against the wall and having it as a "wall/room divider'. That would mean that I would be able to have it drilled on one end - with pipes going down the side instead of the middle. Would you recommend one over the other?
MANY Thanks for your advice. This is our dream home, and I want this to be my "dream" piece/focal point!!
Thanks again,
Kara