I like this no nonsense information... thank you just starting my planted tank and don’t really like the non needed talk most other videos give... short and simple thank you
Thanks for this concise bit of information. I would love the video description to include your recommended items so we can link to them quickly! Otherwise I'll definitely be watching again
Thanks for this video! I really appreciate the information very much. I just got a 5 gallon tank a few months ago and I needed to choose a gravel for the beta and Cory catfish. This helped a lot! I had a 40 gallon African cichlid tank yrs ago but had to give it away unfortunately because we moved. I want to replace it so bad lol. I miss it and the beautiful underwater life it surrounds you in.. so peaceful.. I'm starting to dip into aquaponics a bit because I'm a plant collector grower and I just find it so fascinating. I love everything about nature and the underwater life. Thanks again! Have a beautiful day!
I'm definitely going to try lol. I have to replenish the bank account a little bit first lol.. We just bought our first house last yr and its been crazy getting settled in with everything happening out there right now. That being said, I've been keeping my eyes peeled for corner tanks so I can put one in my front foyer. I'm so ready to have aquariums again! I loved my African cichlids, they were/are so interesting. I would like some angel fish in another tank too.. my husband already knows when I'm on the go, there's nothing stopping me lol. Its definitely in the works. I had such a nice wood framed glass tank and I miss it dearly. Its really nice to meet you. I just bought your little adjustable 15w heater from Amazon and it works great! Thanks again for sharing!
I got my Flival Flex 15 yesterday on a sale price. So happy. Wsiting for their plant supplies and then ill start off. Got myself a fluval substrate along with fine gravel. Thinking of capping but need to research abit. Please shed sole light if anyone is experienced about capping.
It's not necessary to cap Fluval Stratum, but if you do, we only recommend using sand! Gravel is more likely to break down soil substrates like Stratum prematurely.
@@fluval thank you for your reply. Yes,any reviewers mentioned.the same . I returned the gravel and bought a few bags of fluval stratum. By reviews it sounds like perfect for the live aquativ plants and the health of the whole ecosystem. Can't wait to kick-start my new project. Still researching on aquascape ideas and easy plants.
Here's my question with substrates: won't the plants eventually use up the nutrients in the special plant substrate, to where root tabs will be necessary? If so, then is there much of a benefit to planted substrate vs. sand+root tabs?
I know this vid is 3yo, but it still begs the question: I bought eco-complete, because I wanted a planted tank. I did my plants, fair enough. Once I added corys, they lasted a while but eventually all lost their barbells and died out. This stuff is SHARP! Is there a plant-nutrient-rich, non-sharp, fine gravel/large-sand, out there? I'm trying for slow-release so I can keep it forever (understanding that I have to fert it eventually) that my sifters can still enjoy. Is that a thing?
GOOD, TO=THE-POINT INFORMATION. QUESTION, SUPPOSE YOU WANT TO KEEP FISH THAT LOVE HARD WATER LIKE A BETTA, WHAT CAN YOU USE IF YOUR LOCAL WANTER IS "SOFT"?
Hello Steven, thank you for your comment! PH adjusters can be used to raise your PH levels. Base rock can also be placed in the aquarium as a natural way to raise your PH. 😊
Hey Fluval! I plan on setting up an aquarium pretty soon. I'm no beginner at this at all but I wanted to aquascape & either use a very Fine gravel or sand. I do plan on adding fish (Sailfin molly, bumble Goby, Cory cats etc.) as well. What brand or what size substrate would you recommend?
Unfortunately we do not offer fine gravel or sand under Fluval but can say we have generally had no issues using well washed sand found at DIY centers.
hi fluval im planning on using stratum in my 125l roma aquarium, would it be ok for me to use a fine 4mm gravel on top of the stratum to prevent any disturbances during maintenance
Hi Monica, yes but smaller species would be preferred, some of the larger corydoras species might dig in and rummage about a bit too aggressively and tend to break it down at a faster pace.
Is it true that white aquarium substrate increase ph and brown substrate decreases it? I hear so many options from aquarium shops that are confusing me. First I added coarse and mixed dark substrate and noticed the Corydora barrels wearing out as they are quite the digging type to get to the food that sank between the coarse gravel. Then the shop recommended that I use medium 2-3mm white grain gravel mixed with crushed pieces of shells. And the ph has been getting spiked every 3 days and killing some low ph fish such as Cardinal Tetras. It has a few river rocks that were used in a previous tank some years ago, as well as some aged driftwood. Now the shop says that white gravel increases the ph. First he sells me the product, then he says it is not good for the fish I have, now he says brown gravel is a better option. Heck! What does he think I am, made of money? Also, most gravels have quite a number of magnetic gravel. Could this also affect the fish? Any suggestions?
Hi Mick! The color of the substrate has nothing to do with its effect on pH. The white gravel you used was likely aragonite, which is known to raise pH, as do crushed pieces of shell. For Corydoras, always use a fine sand substrate - there are plenty of inert sand substrates available, in all colors! Be sure to read the product packaging, which will inform you of the substrate's impact on your aquarium water.
Hi! I have a FX6 2016, and its really noisy (loud)...how do I fix the vibration and the buzzing sound from the impeler?! I have tried cleaning it, but it does not help..for a 300USD..it should be almost 0db..now I can hear the FX6 from another room..not good.
In some planted tanks and intricately aquascaped set ups, you may elect to layer when using more than one nutritive type of medium, beyond that one substrate it typically sufficient.
Can't decide on eco complete or ADA amazonia for planted tank, I would like to keep Tetras and have some carpeting plants, I've never used dirt before and not sure about it.
going to be upgrading from a 10 gallon to a 20 gallon and would like to do some plants with some rock and driftwood. I'd like a natural look...would really fine gravel be fine or would sand be better? fish are tetras and couple guppies and neons. thank you
I just need a substrate that matches both my male bettas.I’m getting a 10 gallon for them soon and the blue makes me not able to Astro one of my males.I also don’t plan on keeping live plants right now since I don’t want have to deal with more stress since I also plan on getting a turtle.Which is why I’m getting the tank now.But I plan on getting a 29 gallon since it’s the closest thing I can get.
I am looking for the best possible substrate for my new 10 gallon betta tank. I plan to have java fern, an amazon sword, hornwort, java moss, and Marimo moss balls. Ideas?
Goldfish naturally spend a great deal of time mouthing the bottom of the tank as most members of the carp family would, that said, fine gravel is not a good choice as it is possible they could ingest some. Larger pea sized/courser sized gravel is better.
@@fluval yah I love to watch them sifting and spitting out gravel. I have normal sized gravel for them right now. I guess il stick to that for their new tank they are getting for Christmas lol
@@fluval Ughh... so confused. So many people tell me to remove my gravel due to choking hazard and move to sand. Now I read this that says stick with gravel. I'm currently using Topfin Deep Blue Sea gravel which appears to be about 5mm but the bag does not confirm the size. I do see my fish (fancy golds) swimming around with gravel in their mouths. I'm upgrading from a 32.5 fluval flex to a 125 gallon and I'm trying to decide if pool filter sand or gravel is best. So many different answers.
great help,can u giv any advice I have medium to small substrate more like a heavy sand,and have been doing a 25% water change every week but can't seem to drop the ammonia level below 0.50ppm,0.25ppm on the API test kit, I have a fluval roma 90, x12 neon tetras,x2 electric blue rams and x4 albino corys and have just added x 4 amano shrimp and I have live plants,they seem fine but I am worried about the long term affect the tank has been up and running for 4 months any help would be greatly appreciated😀
Given there is livestock and they are healthy with no signs of stress, then it may be the water conditioner being used, since some are amine based, which interferes with test kits results.
Goldfish will a lot of their time picking up gravel or sand as they search about the bottom for food. Small smooth gravel is best for them. We are not aware of which shark you are keeping but they generally prefer higher temperatures vs. the goldfish and would prefer a sand substrate.
hi Fluval Aquatics, I'm fairly new to the fish keeping hobby (6 months), I have a fluval edge 12gallon tank with a baby yoyo loach and 4 cherry shrimp, I have a fine gravel substrate but every plant I get dies within a few weeks, I've checked my water and it's all ok, is there any plants that you could recommend? it would be greatly appreciated thanks
Kinda late...but you need water feeding plants if you don't have a proper plant substrate. Jave Ferns, Anubias, Ambulia, Hornwort are all fairly easy to grow and will feed off liquid fertilizers.
The way i want to set up my tank is having the substrate in the middle a little bit higher than the rest. and i want to plant some kind of grass like moss in the middle. What substrate and moss would be best for this?
Moss typically takes structure to grow on, an option would be java moss that grows on a piece of driftwood that you like the look/shape of, trim to adjust as it grows. Substrate option is wide open with this option as the driftwood is the anchor for the java moss. The tank would also benefit from low lighting and low maintenance with this approach, while also allowing you to predetermine the general look as it would be based on the driftwood you select.
Desert sand is likely ok if it is well rinsed before use, beach sand will likely have plenty of calcium carbonate content, as such it would be best suited for use with fish that prefer more calcium in the water and pH values above 7.4. Always necessary to rinse any sand well before use. To know the effect on water chemistry soaking a pound or two in R/O water for a few days and testing pH, alkalinity and calcium will provide some insight when comparing against tests of a sample of your source water that has not been exposed to the sand you are considering.
The question is relevant to the Rotala, the Java fern anchors to driftwood or rocks for example. Rotala being a stem plant with relatively delicate root structure would do best in a soil type substrate such as Fluval Stratum or a coarse sand.
+Fluval Aquatics can i use a black Tahitian Moon sand for my guppy molly and tetra tank without any live plantation? Will it have any effect on Ph nitrate etc etc? Plzz guide
We would not recommend buffering the pH to 7.8 as would be the case if you used coral with the exception of keeping a few species of plants that tolerate that value well, such as some species of Vallisneria, in which case a crushed coral substrate is doable.
Warren, if you mean gravel that is fine for goldfish. Smooth is always recommended, sharp gravel edges may be a problem as goldfish do like to dig into gravel as they search for food at the bottom.
Fluval Aquatics thank you. Because I am afraid that they might not get enough food as Im feeding them sinking pellet and it maybe hard for them to search the food
Warren, you mentioned tiny so that should be fine, good that you are aware that as the food is a sinking formulation they will be eating off the bottom as they do like to do.
Anyone know a good substrate color for 2 males bettas?I plan on keeping them together in a 10 gallon.One betta is a dark blue and the other one is a pink and purple shade.I don’t plan on having live plants right now and I want a sorta natural color.
Keeping 2 male bettas in the same aquarium is not recommended. That said, contrasting substrate color with your bettas would be best, white for your dark blue betta and blackfor the pink one should work nicely.
@@fluval I have not seen anything close to it; although, spent a lot of time. Amazon has 20lbs for $36, it is expensive. It will be on top of layer of "fertile" layer I am going to test for a planted aquarium,. Previously, my plants did just fine even in regular play-sand from Home Depot.
Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum, here is the link to the 4KG bag, be advised that it is available in 2,4 and 8 KG bags: www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/12694-plant-and-shrimp-stratum/#.WedenI9Szcs
We are guessing your aquarium is 30 X 12 inches at the base, given that an 8KG + 2KG should be the minimum what is needed. A few KG's extra would be better. Please look under the tech specs on fluvalaquatics.com for this item, you will notice some guidelines, here is the link for your convenience: www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/12695-plant-and-shrimp-stratum/#.Wedo7o9Szcs
i want a South east Asian 10 gal tank, but i dont know so many fish and plants i can put there . Im thinking about a betta and harlequin rasboras. So if u now some good algea eaters than please say it, i will be very happy for that.
For a 10 gallon, while not originating from S.E Asia, Otocinclus vestitus would be a great choice. You could try some ghost shrimp, they do originate from S.E Asia and should be large enough for a betta not to bother it.
If you are asking about corydoras catfish for example, we would recommend sand as they do rummage about with their barbels constantly, gravel will generally cause issues in feeding as well as for their barbels.
Thanks for letting us know, that is a very predatory wide mouthed catfish. While sand is fine for them so would smooth edged gravel from 4 to 6 mm in diameter be.
hi! im aware that im a little late to this video, but for my planted aquarium, could i use my sand substrate and then create a top layer of coarse gravel for my aquarium?
Better late then never! Yes you can but do remember if you use a gravel cleaner for partial water changes you will eventually blend the two substrates.
Fluval Aquatics • 1 second ago In this video we do include a number of application tips that are useful, it's all about knowing how to use a product correctly, the purpose of the video is to support those who have already purchased the product.
Like we mentioned, we prefer a minimum of 3mm, goldfish being carp do like to constantly rummage the bottom of the aquarium, this size may help prevent them from occasionally swallowing smaller pieces.
I like this no nonsense information... thank you just starting my planted tank and don’t really like the non needed talk most other videos give... short and simple thank you
I love you! I'm a beginner to all of this so its mega confusing. you cleared it up w a very summarized video! Thank you!
You are very welcome!
Dude I love the straight to the point
No filler just the info I needed new subscriber right here
I started laughing because the ad before this video was red lobster 😂
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ME TOO!!!!
Hi FA.. great information many don't think about. It's the fish we need to think about not our preference.
Thank you for this straight to the point video
Thanks for this concise bit of information. I would love the video description to include your recommended items so we can link to them quickly! Otherwise I'll definitely be watching again
Brittany, great idea, thank you!
Thanks for this video! I really appreciate the information very much. I just got a 5 gallon tank a few months ago and I needed to choose a gravel for the beta and Cory catfish. This helped a lot! I had a 40 gallon African cichlid tank yrs ago but had to give it away unfortunately because we moved. I want to replace it so bad lol. I miss it and the beautiful underwater life it surrounds you in.. so peaceful.. I'm starting to dip into aquaponics a bit because I'm a plant collector grower and I just find it so fascinating. I love everything about nature and the underwater life. Thanks again! Have a beautiful day!
Thanks for your comment! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the video. We definitely think you should set up another larger aquarium like you had before!
I'm definitely going to try lol. I have to replenish the bank account a little bit first lol.. We just bought our first house last yr and its been crazy getting settled in with everything happening out there right now. That being said, I've been keeping my eyes peeled for corner tanks so I can put one in my front foyer. I'm so ready to have aquariums again! I loved my African cichlids, they were/are so interesting. I would like some angel fish in another tank too.. my husband already knows when I'm on the go, there's nothing stopping me lol. Its definitely in the works. I had such a nice wood framed glass tank and I miss it dearly. Its really nice to meet you. I just bought your little adjustable 15w heater from Amazon and it works great! Thanks again for sharing!
A fish keeping video that's under 3 minutes instead of a 30 minute load of waffle. Phew. Thank you.
I got my Flival Flex 15 yesterday on a sale price. So happy. Wsiting for their plant supplies and then ill start off. Got myself a fluval substrate along with fine gravel. Thinking of capping but need to research abit. Please shed sole light if anyone is experienced about capping.
It's not necessary to cap Fluval Stratum, but if you do, we only recommend using sand! Gravel is more likely to break down soil substrates like Stratum prematurely.
@@fluval thank you for your reply. Yes,any reviewers mentioned.the same . I returned the gravel and bought a few bags of fluval stratum. By reviews it sounds like perfect for the live aquativ plants and the health of the whole ecosystem. Can't wait to kick-start my new project. Still researching on aquascape ideas and easy plants.
Here's my question with substrates: won't the plants eventually use up the nutrients in the special plant substrate, to where root tabs will be necessary? If so, then is there much of a benefit to planted substrate vs. sand+root tabs?
Fluval, what's best when you have both weather loaches and plants? And won't affect ph negatively?
Hi Michelle, we'd recommend using some kind of inert sand substrate!
I know this vid is 3yo, but it still begs the question:
I bought eco-complete, because I wanted a planted tank. I did my plants, fair enough.
Once I added corys, they lasted a while but eventually all lost their barbells and died out. This stuff is SHARP!
Is there a plant-nutrient-rich, non-sharp, fine gravel/large-sand, out there?
I'm trying for slow-release so I can keep it forever (understanding that I have to fert it eventually) that my sifters can still enjoy. Is that a thing?
Very helpful thank you.
GOOD, TO=THE-POINT INFORMATION. QUESTION, SUPPOSE YOU WANT TO KEEP FISH THAT LOVE HARD WATER LIKE A BETTA, WHAT CAN YOU USE IF YOUR LOCAL WANTER IS "SOFT"?
Hello Steven, thank you for your comment! PH adjusters can be used to raise your PH levels. Base rock can also be placed in the aquarium as a natural way to raise your PH. 😊
Hey Fluval! I plan on setting up an aquarium pretty soon. I'm no beginner at this at all but I wanted to aquascape & either use a very Fine gravel or sand. I do plan on adding fish (Sailfin molly, bumble Goby, Cory cats etc.) as well. What brand or what size substrate would you recommend?
Unfortunately we do not offer fine gravel or sand under Fluval but can say we have generally had no issues using well washed sand found at DIY centers.
pool filter sand works great. you can buy it cheap too
I got a 5 gallon fish tank and I'm thinking of having plants with fish and I bought Bio-stratum is it ok if I just use that as substrate?
Absolutely! Bio-Stratum is an amazing choice for smaller tanks thanks to its powder granule size. 👍
@@fluval thanks!
Great video!
hi fluval im planning on using stratum in my 125l roma aquarium, would it be ok for me to use a fine 4mm gravel on top of the stratum to prevent any disturbances during maintenance
Hi Ryan, we don't recommend mixing other substrates with Stratum, as doing so eliminates some of its benefits and risks prematurely breaking it down.
Think I found my answer here@@fluval
Hi , do u think pool filter sand increase the ph level of water .
Hi! You would need to contact the manufacturer of the pool filter sand for this information.
Can you have Corydoras with Fluval Stratum substrate??????
Hi Monica, yes but smaller species would be preferred, some of the larger corydoras species might dig in and rummage about a bit too aggressively and tend to break it down at a faster pace.
Good job
Is it true that white aquarium substrate increase ph and brown substrate decreases it? I hear so many options from aquarium shops that are confusing me. First I added coarse and mixed dark substrate and noticed the Corydora barrels wearing out as they are quite the digging type to get to the food that sank between the coarse gravel. Then the shop recommended that I use medium 2-3mm white grain gravel mixed with crushed pieces of shells. And the ph has been getting spiked every 3 days and killing some low ph fish such as Cardinal Tetras. It has a few river rocks that were used in a previous tank some years ago, as well as some aged driftwood. Now the shop says that white gravel increases the ph. First he sells me the product, then he says it is not good for the fish I have, now he says brown gravel is a better option. Heck! What does he think I am, made of money? Also, most gravels have quite a number of magnetic gravel. Could this also affect the fish? Any suggestions?
Hi Mick! The color of the substrate has nothing to do with its effect on pH. The white gravel you used was likely aragonite, which is known to raise pH, as do crushed pieces of shell. For Corydoras, always use a fine sand substrate - there are plenty of inert sand substrates available, in all colors! Be sure to read the product packaging, which will inform you of the substrate's impact on your aquarium water.
Hi! I have a FX6 2016, and its really noisy (loud)...how do I fix the vibration and the buzzing sound from the impeler?! I have tried cleaning it, but it does not help..for a 300USD..it should be almost 0db..now I can hear the FX6 from another room..not good.
For freshwater should you layer or use one substrate?
In some planted tanks and intricately aquascaped set ups, you may elect to layer when using more than one nutritive type of medium, beyond that one substrate it typically sufficient.
@@fluval Such as? What are the different nutritive types of mediums and what would you suggest?
Can't decide on eco complete or ADA amazonia for planted tank, I would like to keep Tetras and have some carpeting plants, I've never used dirt before and not sure about it.
Darkness, please review this page: www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/plant-and-shrimp-stratum-3/
going to be upgrading from a 10 gallon to a 20 gallon and would like to do some plants with some rock and driftwood. I'd like a natural look...would really fine gravel be fine or would sand be better? fish are tetras and couple guppies and neons. thank you
Hi Kevin, Either one would be fine to use, just remember to properly rinse any natural substrate.
Fluval Aquatics will do thanks!
Sorry was hoping to get the spelling for aquariums with real plants and fish. Great videos thank you
I just need a substrate that matches both my male bettas.I’m getting a 10 gallon for them soon and the blue makes me not able to Astro one of my males.I also don’t plan on keeping live plants right now since I don’t want have to deal with more stress since I also plan on getting a turtle.Which is why I’m getting the tank now.But I plan on getting a 29 gallon since it’s the closest thing I can get.
I am looking for the best possible substrate for my new 10 gallon betta tank. I plan to have java fern, an amazon sword, hornwort, java moss, and Marimo moss balls. Ideas?
Sheri Edwards I actually don’t know, but nice choice of plants!
Hi Sheri, Fluval Stratum or a fine sand substrate would be good choices for a tank of that size and those plants!
I know some people have bare bottom tanks for goldfish but I like having substrate for them. Is fine gravel better?
Goldfish naturally spend a great deal of time mouthing the bottom of the tank as most members of the carp family would, that said, fine gravel is not a good choice as it is possible they could ingest some. Larger pea sized/courser sized gravel is better.
@@fluval yah I love to watch them sifting and spitting out gravel. I have normal sized gravel for them right now. I guess il stick to that for their new tank they are getting for Christmas lol
@@fluval Ughh... so confused. So many people tell me to remove my gravel due to choking hazard and move to sand. Now I read this that says stick with gravel. I'm currently using Topfin Deep Blue Sea gravel which appears to be about 5mm but the bag does not confirm the size. I do see my fish (fancy golds) swimming around with gravel in their mouths. I'm upgrading from a 32.5 fluval flex to a 125 gallon and I'm trying to decide if pool filter sand or gravel is best. So many different answers.
wish he'd listed the types of substrate though....i want the planted one :)
Is it possible to use three layers thirst being sand then gravel then add the soil
catfish like to search into sand right? can i buy sand for my catfish with other fish?
Corydoras catfish certainly do, yes many other fish can be kept with a sand substrate.
great help,can u giv any advice I have medium to small substrate more like a heavy sand,and have been doing a 25% water change every week but can't seem to drop the ammonia level below 0.50ppm,0.25ppm on the API test kit, I have a fluval roma 90, x12 neon tetras,x2 electric blue rams and x4 albino corys and have just added x 4 amano shrimp and I have live plants,they seem fine but I am worried about the long term affect the tank has been up and running for 4 months any help would be greatly appreciated😀
Given there is livestock and they are healthy with no signs of stress, then it may be the water conditioner being used, since some are amine based, which interferes with test kits results.
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Nice short video.
I am a beginner and I have caf . Shark and goldfish what should I keep sand or small stones
Goldfish will a lot of their time picking up gravel or sand as they search about the bottom for food. Small smooth gravel is best for them. We are not aware of which shark you are keeping but they generally prefer higher temperatures vs. the goldfish and would prefer a sand substrate.
Fluval Aquatics thanks for information ....😍 I have catfish head like shark which is black and grey in color ..
hi Fluval Aquatics, I'm fairly new to the fish keeping hobby (6 months), I have a fluval edge 12gallon tank with a baby yoyo loach and 4 cherry shrimp, I have a fine gravel substrate but every plant I get dies within a few weeks, I've checked my water and it's all ok, is there any plants that you could recommend? it would be greatly appreciated thanks
That loach will eventually kill your cherry shrimp. Vallisneria and various species of cryptocorynes are hardy and should do well.
Kinda late...but you need water feeding plants if you don't have a proper plant substrate. Jave Ferns, Anubias, Ambulia, Hornwort are all fairly easy to grow and will feed off liquid fertilizers.
The way i want to set up my tank is having the substrate in the middle a little bit higher than the rest. and i want to plant some kind of grass like moss in the middle. What substrate and moss would be best for this?
Moss typically takes structure to grow on, an option would be java moss that grows on a piece of driftwood that you like the look/shape of, trim to adjust as it grows. Substrate option is wide open with this option as the driftwood is the anchor for the java moss. The tank would also benefit from low lighting and low maintenance with this approach, while also allowing you to predetermine the general look as it would be based on the driftwood you select.
Can you use sand from the dessert or beach for freshwater tank
Desert sand is likely ok if it is well rinsed before use, beach sand will likely have plenty of calcium carbonate content, as such it would be best suited for use with fish that prefer more calcium in the water and pH values above 7.4. Always necessary to rinse any sand well before use. To know the effect on water chemistry soaking a pound or two in R/O water for a few days and testing pH, alkalinity and calcium will provide some insight when comparing against tests of a sample of your source water that has not been exposed to the sand you are considering.
I want to set up a guppy tank with some rotola indica and Java fern, so which substrate should I use?
The question is relevant to the Rotala, the Java fern anchors to driftwood or rocks for example. Rotala being a stem plant with relatively delicate root structure would do best in a soil type substrate such as Fluval Stratum or a coarse sand.
Will Amazonia soil effect the guppies in tank
Guppies are quite tolerant in terms of pH and KH, given that you have a dKH of 5 or greater this type of substrate will have minimal effect on pH.
.....other commercial substrates are available.
What is good for gold fish tank...???
Coarse gravel that is large enough to make it difficult for them to pick up in their mouth, or the tank bottom can be kept bare.
Sand is not good for gold fish....and if going for bare bottom what care should we take to increase beneficial bacteria..
+Fluval Aquatics can i use a black Tahitian Moon sand for my guppy molly and tetra tank without any live plantation? Will it have any effect on Ph nitrate etc etc? Plzz guide
Wilkinson, you will have to direct your question to the company or retailer that sells that product.
can you use just gravel to grow plants in a planted aqurium?
Yes, many species of plants do quite well extracting their nutritional requirements from the water column. Fine smooth gravel is usually preferable.
Can I mix soil gravel with sand and river rocks to grow the whole bottom plants?
Sand and river pebbles can be mixed, soil substrates are delicate and should be kept as the only substrate.
Is there any fluval products available in Philippines?
Please reach out to:
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Camba St., San Nicolas,Manila,
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i have a question how many gravel substrate can I put in a 20 gallon fish tank
You’ll probably need about 20 pounds of sand or gravel
is white marble chips safe for an aquarium? I've been to sites that say it's fine, others say it's deadly. what's your thoughts?
Migdalia Garcia wash it boil it clean it it would be fine
What would be best for a betta fish?
Fine gravel or sand is usually best for them.
Can you use Florida crushed coral substrate for African cichlids?
Jose, absolutely.
What if I want both plants and coral ?
We would not recommend buffering the pH to 7.8 as would be the case if you used coral with the exception of keeping a few species of plants that tolerate that value well, such as some species of Vallisneria, in which case a crushed coral substrate is doable.
Hi. I just put my tiny stone for my goldfish tank aquarium. Is it okay for them?
Warren, if you mean gravel that is fine for goldfish. Smooth is always recommended, sharp gravel edges may be a problem as goldfish do like to dig into gravel as they search for food at the bottom.
Fluval Aquatics thank you. Because I am afraid that they might not get enough food as Im feeding them sinking pellet and it maybe hard for them to search the food
Warren, you mentioned tiny so that should be fine, good that you are aware that as the food is a sinking formulation they will be eating off the bottom as they do like to do.
Anyone know a good substrate color for 2 males bettas?I plan on keeping them together in a 10 gallon.One betta is a dark blue and the other one is a pink and purple shade.I don’t plan on having live plants right now and I want a sorta natural color.
Keeping 2 male bettas in the same aquarium is not recommended. That said, contrasting substrate color with your bettas would be best, white for your dark blue betta and blackfor the pink one should work nicely.
Hi,
Where to get fine gravel? Thanks
Rick, should be widely available in most local fish stores. Are you planning to keep live plants?
@@fluval I have not seen anything close to it; although, spent a lot of time. Amazon has 20lbs for $36, it is expensive. It will be on top of layer of "fertile" layer I am going to test for a planted aquarium,.
Previously, my plants did just fine even in regular play-sand from Home Depot.
Natural Aquarium Gravel Substrate & Sand Tropical Background Fish Plant Shrimp Tank 1-2mm 20Kg PUOORQUVE
Hi what was the substrate called at around 1:40 ? Said it was good for plants ?
Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum, here is the link to the 4KG bag, be advised that it is available in 2,4 and 8 KG bags: www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/12694-plant-and-shrimp-stratum/#.WedenI9Szcs
Fluval Aquatics thanks . I have a 29 gallon . How many bags would I need of the 8kg ?
We are guessing your aquarium is 30 X 12 inches at the base, given that an 8KG + 2KG should be the minimum what is needed. A few KG's extra would be better. Please look under the tech specs on fluvalaquatics.com for this item, you will notice some guidelines, here is the link for your convenience: www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product/12695-plant-and-shrimp-stratum/#.Wedo7o9Szcs
Fluval Aquatics thanks a lot . Subscribed
I just got a mixture of coarse and small gravel
Can I just simply place my hair grass on a substrate like sand ?
Hair grass (dwarf species is Eleocharis parvula) can be planted in a sand substrate and does benefit from substrate fertilization, as most plants do.
can anyone tell me what kind of fish that is near the end of the video?
It is a dwarf ram cichlid aka butterfly cichlid (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi).
i want a South east Asian 10 gal tank, but i dont know so many fish and plants i can put there .
Im thinking about a betta and harlequin rasboras.
So if u now some good algea eaters than please say it, i will be very happy for that.
For a 10 gallon, while not originating from S.E Asia, Otocinclus vestitus would be a great choice. You could try some ghost shrimp, they do originate from S.E Asia and should be large enough for a betta not to bother it.
Fluval Aquatics OK i will try that and is it some plants too.
I realy just wanna have a tank that i can say that it is totally se asian tank
what would be best sub for catfish ??? plz reply sir
If you are asking about corydoras catfish for example, we would recommend sand as they do rummage about with their barbels constantly, gravel will generally cause issues in feeding as well as for their barbels.
sir I have air breathing clarias batrachus pink colored babies
Thanks for letting us know, that is a very predatory wide mouthed catfish. While sand is fine for them so would smooth edged gravel from 4 to 6 mm in diameter be.
Fluval Aquatics ..sir thanku very much for ur kind reply dat was really helpful to me thanku ☺☺
I have a fluval 6.5 gal and am looking for a kid for it.
Are substrate and aqua soil same, am a beginner need help??
yes, but don't use aqua soil as a beginner.
Fluval stratum is a volcano soil type substrate, yes the soil is the actual substrate.
Do I need a filter to have fluval Stratum in a 10 gallon tank?
It is not the stratum that obliges you to run a filter but rather the fish that you would keep.
If you use fluval, do I need to put soil and sand down before I do the fluval?
If you are asking if you can add other nutritive type substrates or additives before covering them with Fluval Stratum, yes you can.
hi! im aware that im a little late to this video, but for my planted aquarium, could i use my sand substrate and then create a top layer of coarse gravel for my aquarium?
Better late then never! Yes you can but do remember if you use a gravel cleaner for partial water changes you will eventually blend the two substrates.
@@fluval thank you so much!
I have substrate that looks like small ball of cement
Fluval stratum capped with gravel
Not recommended.
I searched what will be good for a lobster and it was about a fish...
Oh no. I literally just dumped earthworm compost soil and layered it off with some river or whatever substrate I bought from somewhere
What is the best substrate for Rosy Barbs and sucking loaches??
A fine smooth substrate such as fine gravel or sand would be best.
can you use gravel in a marine tank
Coral substrate would be the safest to use and it is widely available.
Not to mention it looks way better in most cases
I wish i could get some stratum for free i cant afford it sadly
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Fluval Aquatics
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In this video we do include a number of application tips that are useful, it's all about knowing how to use a product correctly, the purpose of the video is to support those who have already purchased the product.
No help lol
Let us know if you have a specific question you need solved beyond the many considerations this video clearly pointed out.
Um, I just want a $2 goldfish from walmart...
dear what is the best for common goldfish gravel ?
Goldfish will do well with smooth shaped gravel from 3mm to 5mm in diameter.
Fluval Aquatics hi thanks fir the advice do u think this is a good one BLACK AQUARIUM SUBSTRATE
(20 KG BAG, THICKNESS: 1-3mm)
Like we mentioned, we prefer a minimum of 3mm, goldfish being carp do like to constantly rummage the bottom of the aquarium, this size may help prevent them from occasionally swallowing smaller pieces.
can I use normal river sand in or I have to buy some special type of sand for planted aquarium
DIY center type playbox sand is usually safe but takes lots of rinsing.