Tank Lighting...

[Natural_Born_Killer]

Hi....

I've seen some gorgeous tanks here on MFK, and I think alot of the "look" goes along with the lighting.

Can anyone explain the different types of lights, colour's and any general tips.

 

[Rayshot1]

I would say having a cobalt blue backing with the right lighting is the best mix

 

[Natural_Born_Killer]

by the "right" lighting do you mean a more neutral colour?

Currently I have a long blue light and one beige light...

What purpose does the blue have?

 

[coolermaster]

Like me you are in search of the right light for your tank. I'm still looking for the right combination though..

 

[Natural_Born_Killer]

Like me you are in search of the right light for your tank. I'm still looking for the right combination though..

Seems to be quite tricky!

But I have to say I'm still looking for the right combination of lots of things for my tank!

 

[sick_lid]

by the "right" lighting do you mean a more neutral colour?

Currently I have a long blue light and one beige light...

What purpose does the blue have?

The blue is probably just a t5 actinic bulb, which is for algae and coral growth in marine systems. In fresh, just looks cool I guess.

 

[JakeH]

I like the Power-Glo & Aqua-Glo bulbs. Most of the big tanks on MFK seem to use one of these or both to create bright, vibrant colors. The simplest way to pick a lamp is color temperature(measured in degrees Kelvin, K) & brightness (measured in lumens). Choose a color temp over 6500K for most plants & fish. I like the 10,000K Aqua-Glo for my Loaches color. The Power-Glo is 18,000K, which is too blue for me, but it produces more lumens...