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Lighting for the aquarium – why is it so complex ?
My set up is as follows – Juwel Vision 180, Eheim 2324 thermofilter, JBL co2 unit, Amazonia as substrate, RO water.
Nearly ready to go and I think I have managed to get to grips with all of the above but when it comes to lighting – I am stumped. Every article I read online about lighting has a different take on the subject. I need simple straightforward advice to start off with.
I want to achieve the ‘jungle’ look with steady plant growth.
I would like the lighting to be soft rather than harsh or extremely bright.
Can this be achieved with the original Juwel lighting unit and reflectors.
If so what bulbs do I need ?
Will I need to add a controller ie. an extra bulb ? I have looked at the lid set up on my tank and there doesn’t seem to be much room to do this due to the curved front on the Vision 180.
Looking to get my lighting sorted before I order any plants and any advice of the non techy variety would be very welcome.
Thanks
Lighting for the aquarium – why is it so complex ?
My set up is as follows – Juwel Vision 180, Eheim 2324 thermofilter, JBL co2 unit, Amazonia as substrate, RO water.
Nearly ready to go and I think I have managed to get to grips with all of the above but when it comes to lighting – I am stumped. Every article I read online about lighting has a different take on the subject. I need simple straightforward advice to start off with.
I want to achieve the ‘jungle’ look with steady plant growth.
I would like the lighting to be soft rather than harsh or extremely bright.
Can this be achieved with the original Juwel lighting unit and reflectors.
If so what bulbs do I need ?
Will I need to add a controller ie. an extra bulb ? I have looked at the lid set up on my tank and there doesn’t seem to be much room to do this due to the curved front on the Vision 180.
Looking to get my lighting sorted before I order any plants and any advice of the non techy variety would be very welcome.
Thanks