filtering an all-open tank...want minimal clutter

[birmansandbettas]

I'm setting up a 90 gallon planted community tank. The location is causing some challenging planning issues. The stand will be against a half-wall, so all four sides of the tank will be visible at all times. Because of this, I've ruled out HOB filters.

I'm trying to plan filtration that will:

1. provide more than enough gph
2. be redundant for purposes of biomedia and failure
3. be as hidden as possible, with minimal tubing and equipment


Suggestions and experiences are appreciated.

 

[HarleyK]

Eheim 2250 canister

 

[CHOMPERS]

Drill the bottom of the tank for the canister. You can easily hide the strainers and fittings.

 

[Wheat]

Drill the bottom of the tank for the canister. You can easily hide the strainers and fittings.

Only if it's not a tempered bottom.

 

[EllieGreene]

Could you heavily overplant the tank and use a reverse undergravel filter? The plants should provide the first-line filtration and the gravel can act as supplemental biomedia. You can hide the powercords and venturis for the powerheads in the canopy and keep a pretty clean look.

I'm not sure if that is enough mechanical filtration though.. How often are you going to clean it?

 

[Noto]

You could go for a Walstad tank. The plants are all the filtration you need.

 

[birmansandbettas]

It is tempered, so it can't be drilled. I should have mentioned that, but I had to double-check first.

I can clean it as often as it requires. I want this to be done right.