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How to buy and check your freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquarium

You are excited about the aquarium you are about to buy. But how can you make sure that what you bring home does not disappoint you and the fishes? Here are some guidelines on checking your aquarium or fish tank before you bring it home.

 

Rule number one : Check the corners of the aquarium. These could be breakable areas on the aquarium. Big and heavy aquariums are prone to damage if they have been tipped and rested on a corner first instead of being lifted up horizontally. The result can be disastrous when the glass breaks into fragments which may remain compressed in place. It may just crack over time and then your tank will just fall into pieces.

 

Rule number two : Check the joints between the glass panels to ensure that there is an even coverage of silicone sealant. If an area has been missed, the tank is likely to leak. Do not attempt to cut away any apparently surplus sealant, as this may seriously weaken the joints. Excess sealant may look ugly, but it will be unnoticeable against the substrate when the aquarium is complete.

 
Rule number three : Larger tanks should be made from thicker glass.

Aquariums more than about 60 cm long require spacer bars to reinforce the structure. These are broad glass struts held in place with silicone sealant. Make sure that the edges of the spacer bars are not rough, otherwise you may cut yourself when servicing the tank. Covering the edges with plastic strips will avoid this risk.

 

Be careful when attempting to transport your freshwater aquarium and saltwater aquarium home yourself because aquarium fish tanks can be bulky and weight quite a bit. You can tape polystyrene protectors over the vulnerable edges. When carrying the tank, always support it from beneath with your hands, irrespective of its size. Lay the aquarium on soft material in the car to prevent it from being scratched, and make sure that it cannot slide around. Do not lay the aquarium on the leather seats of your car as the edges may just scar your car seats.


Keeping fishes as pets is a fun and relaxing activity for anyone. Nothing beats looking at those colorful fishes swimming in your beautiful aquariums. Hope you find the tips on freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquariums useful.

Source : https://petanimalworld.com/aquarium-fish/

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