This article was co-authored by Craig Morton and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Craig Morton is the CEO of Aquarium Doctor Inc. based in Huntington Beach California and servicing Orange County, Los Angeles County, and the Inland Empire. With over 30 years of aquarium experience, Craig specializes in creating custom aquarium designs along with aquarium installation, service, and maintenance.
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Getting a new fish and an aquarium is super exciting, and adding decorations is half the fun! When there’s so much to choose from, it can be hard to pick out exactly how you want your tank to look. Start from the bottom and move upwards to make your tank a paradise for your underwater creatures.
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- QuestionCan I use household items to decorate my fish tank?Craig MortonCraig Morton is the CEO of Aquarium Doctor Inc. based in Huntington Beach California and servicing Orange County, Los Angeles County, and the Inland Empire. With over 30 years of aquarium experience, Craig specializes in creating custom aquarium designs along with aquarium installation, service, and maintenance.
Aquarium Specialist, Aquarium Doctor Inc.The best option is to use aquarium-safe decorative products, which will be safer for your fish. However, if you have shells or rocks, you can definitely clean these and add them to your tank. - QuestionCan I use colored plastic in an aquarium?CaeiiaTop AnswererYes, but make sure it is made for an aquarium and does not have paint or color that will leach into the water. Also keep in mind that some fish may be spooked by bright neon colors, so it may be best to go with more natural tones.
- QuestionDo I fill the water to the top of the aquarium or leave a space?Community AnswerLeave a few centimeters at the top, especially if you have bettas, because they love to jump.
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- Keep the size of your tank in mind as you search for decorations.Thanks
References
- ↑ Craig Morton. Aquarium Specialist, Aquarium Doctor Inc.. Expert Interview. 21 July 2020.
- ↑ https://pethelpful.com/fish-aquariums/Decorating-Your-Fish-Tank-Dos-and-Donts
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/saltwater_decoration.cfm?lid=453
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/feshwater_decorating.cfm
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/saltwater_decoration.cfm?lid=453
- ↑ Craig Morton. Aquarium Specialist, Aquarium Doctor Inc.. Expert Interview. 21 July 2020.
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/feshwater_decorating.cfm
- ↑ https://pethelpful.com/fish-aquariums/Decorating-Your-Fish-Tank-Dos-and-Donts
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GhoB-fXIP0&feature=youtu.be&t=124
- ↑ https://pethelpful.com/fish-aquariums/Decorating-Your-Fish-Tank-Dos-and-Donts
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/feshwater_decorating.cfm
- ↑ Craig Morton. Aquarium Specialist, Aquarium Doctor Inc.. Expert Interview. 21 July 2020.
- ↑ http://www.ratemyfishtank.com/blog/aquarium-decorations
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/feshwater_decorating.cfm
- ↑ https://wasteadvantagemag.com/tips-for-designing-an-environmentally-friendly-aquarium-using-recycled-materials/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KS7sKYzES4&feature=youtu.be&t=223
- ↑ http://www.bobsfish.com/feshwater_decorating.cfm
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To decorate a fish tank, start by choosing a substrate you like, such as natural-looking gravel. colorful sand, or even just a bare tank floor for a simple look. Then, pick decorations that go with your substrate, such as rocks, plants, and, shells. For instance, if you prefer a natural theme, you might add driftwood and live plants. If you want a playful aquarium, you could fill your tank with neon-colored plastic plants and aquarium-safe novelty items. For tips from our veterinary reviewer on adding a background to your aquarium, keep reading!
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