Tips and Tricks on Creating Amazing Aquascapes - Page 60

volivier · 03/20/2016, 10:31 PM

[QUOTE=volivier;24414383]What do you think? 72x24x30

mitch91175 · 03/22/2016, 01:45 PM

Hey all aquascaping gurus. I have been reading this thread for quite some time. Even with all the reading, when it comes to doing it yourself, you can get a creative block and what best to post some ideas in the thread for some assistance. I have a 67g 36x18x19 that I am currently cycling and I finally got in my Marco Rock E-400 to start my aquascape. Here are some ideas that I have been pushing around before committing to putting the cement on them. Any input is greatly appreciated. I would like to have the aquascape hammered out by the weekend if possible.

Tank Shot:

Idea 1:

Idea 2:

Idea 3:

Idea 4 (would need to do something to the left side):

I was thinking about having something that slopes from left to right on the left side with a ledge of some sort to create some shading in the middle of the tank. Any input is greatly appreciated.

I plan on keeping zoanthids, LPS, and a anemone in this setup.

Salty150 · 03/22/2016, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by The Cardinal

Great thread and insights!

You should write a book on the subject

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I am currently cycling my 910L reef and the aquascape is a very important factor for me and the end result.

- All equipment and pumps have been placed behind a wall of reef ceramics on the right side to avoid visual interference. This also creates a dramatic reef wall going up to the surface of the tank. From the right side I have then made the other parts progressively smaller towards the left side and I will have this in mind when the corals grow.

- For the middle part I have tried to make a spiral formation that moves in a circular and upward movement. This is a bit hard to see in the photos but I think it will look good with the right corals/planning/trimming.

- On the left side I have tried to resemble the vertical islands seen outside Thailand for example and also try to add visual depth by placing a smaller rock in the foreground (the plan is for this rock to be covered in ricordea later for the size to remain small).

To add interest and improve circulation and hiding spots for the inhabitants I have chiseled out several kg of rock to make caves that run through the rocks. This also adds visual depth to the scene and a three dimensional feel to it (also hard to see in the photos). I have also added shelves to some of the rocks but these will likely be removed later when the corals have grown to avoid a cramped impression.

I will try to keep the sand free of corals to keep the open spaces ... open

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I would highly appreciate feedback and pointers from you guys at this stage and look forward to more inspiration in this thread.

Greetings from Finland.

Dang!

How did you get such white looking sand and rocks?!

Reel North · 03/22/2016, 06:08 PM

Here's my new aquascape. I got over run by gelidium, so time to begin again

This is from fijireefrock.com. They are the Canadian distributor for this stuff. Only place I've really been able to find it in Canada

http://youtu.be/JDTD0lfDIQs

mitch91175 · 03/23/2016, 08:41 AM

This is what I decided on for my aquascape:

What do you guys think?

Salty150 · 03/23/2016, 09:47 AM

I still really like this one - maybe make it a 2 part one though instead of one.

las · 03/25/2016, 11:41 AM

Mitch- per my taste, #2 looks the best.

Cardinal- I love your aquascape! I really like the open spaced sugar sized sand. I want to go this route also. My problem is that I want to keep SPS and I need FLOW. I wish these sand grains were heavier. What is your experience with your sand and how much flow are you putting thru your display?

Marinenthusiast · 03/25/2016, 04:28 PM

mitch91175 · 03/25/2016, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by las

Mitch- per my taste, #2 looks the best.

Cardinal- I love your aquascape! I really like the open spaced sugar sized sand. I want to go this route also. My problem is that I want to keep SPS and I need FLOW. I wish these sand grains were heavier. What is your experience with your sand and how much flow are you putting thru your display?

Right now I just have 1 MP40wqd running at about 50% and do notice that the sand moves. I think the trick is to get it to settle based on your circulation and not have to worry about it later. Something that also would help is having more pumps running at a lower percentage to prevent it from going everywhere.

On the aquascape I went with this:

scangelosi · 03/28/2016, 05:03 PM

Updated picture

555combo · 04/14/2016, 05:01 PM

Long time reader, first time poster.

After inspiration from this thread, my recent 4" ended up like this.

mpsteve · 04/14/2016, 05:40 PM

What do you guys think. Tank is three months old started it in January

Salty150 · 04/14/2016, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by mpsteve

What do you guys think. Tank is three months old started it in January

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ComforablyNumb · 04/14/2016, 06:30 PM

mpsteve · 04/14/2016, 06:45 PM

fixmgood · 04/17/2016, 10:41 AM

I have started on the basic rock work for my 450g,96x36x30 tank.My wife is actually the one responsible for this task.I have a drilled tank for a closed loop,which is posing more difficulty than expected.I am working with the rock I have at present and more than willing to get more,so please don't be shy to give your opinions I have very thick skin. The less is more approach is what we are going for.

JCE1980 · 04/22/2016, 07:52 PM

My 300.Upgrade is sitting on the back porch 500g 11'6"x22"x42"t that's going to be a challenging aqua scape.

scangelosi · 04/25/2016, 07:31 AM

what do you guys think about this?

mmittlesteadt · 04/25/2016, 07:32 PM

Just as a point of reference...the first pic is from a little over a year ago, when the rockscape was first put in the tank and it had just cycled (here with two clowns and a couple of corals). The second pic is about one year later...

Video

Slimsrsx · 04/27/2016, 02:52 PM

Nice update

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmittlesteadt

Just as a point of reference...the first pic is from a little over a year ago, when the rockscape was first put in the tank and it had just cycled (here with two clowns and a couple of corals). The second pic is about one year later...

Video

reef thief · 05/01/2016, 06:56 PM

Why do I find so much enjoyment looking at piles of rocks

Mache62 · 05/01/2016, 07:11 PM

This is my 180. Got the rock in about 2 weeks ago.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using Tapatalk

shred5 · 05/03/2016, 08:32 AM

Just to show how big that middle ledge is:
It comes at one point about 2 to 3 inches from the front.
That is a 6 foot tank.

shiftline · 05/03/2016, 11:01 AM

Here is my new one

shred5 · 05/03/2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by shiftline

Here is my new one

Nice.. What kind of trigger is that? Any problems with it?

03/20/2016, 10:31 PM	#1476
volivier Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 335	[QUOTE=volivier;24414383]What do you think? 72x24x30 __________________ Valerie 224 gallon acrylic, MP 60, 2 jaebo pumps, w 80 gal. sump, octopus extreme 300 skimmer, uv 25IL, 2 radion, aquatic life 12 bulb T5 fixture Current Tank Info: 224 acrylic, 80 gallon custom sump, Deltec skimmer, lifereef calcium reactor, radions

03/22/2016, 01:45 PM	#1477
mitch91175 Premium Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 303	Aquascaping Guidance Hey all aquascaping gurus. I have been reading this thread for quite some time. Even with all the reading, when it comes to doing it yourself, you can get a creative block and what best to post some ideas in the thread for some assistance. I have a 67g 36x18x19 that I am currently cycling and I finally got in my Marco Rock E-400 to start my aquascape. Here are some ideas that I have been pushing around before committing to putting the cement on them. Any input is greatly appreciated. I would like to have the aquascape hammered out by the weekend if possible. Tank Shot: Idea 1: Idea 2: Idea 3: Idea 4 (would need to do something to the left side): I was thinking about having something that slopes from left to right on the left side with a ledge of some sort to create some shading in the middle of the tank. Any input is greatly appreciated. I plan on keeping zoanthids, LPS, and a anemone in this setup.

03/22/2016, 06:08 PM	#1479
Reel North New King of Quarantine Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hammertown, Canada eh Posts: 1,175	Here's my new aquascape. I got over run by gelidium, so time to begin again This is from fijireefrock.com. They are the Canadian distributor for this stuff. Only place I've really been able to find it in Canada http://youtu.be/JDTD0lfDIQs __________________ It takes a very rich man to buy cheap things Current Tank Info: frag tank. Lame

04/17/2016, 10:41 AM	#1491
fixmgood Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Orange County California Posts: 925	I have started on the basic rock work for my 450g,96x36x30 tank.My wife is actually the one responsible for this task.I have a drilled tank for a closed loop,which is posing more difficulty than expected.I am working with the rock I have at present and more than willing to get more,so please don't be shy to give your opinions I have very thick skin. The less is more approach is what we are going for. __________________ Ivan Current Tank Info: 450g AGE,200 gallon sump, Red Dragon Speedy 230w return pump and closed loop,4 way Ocean Motion,PM Balistic Skimmer.3 Sea Swirl returns.AI Hydra 52HD,Apex contoller. Build thread "The after disaster 650g build"

04/22/2016, 07:52 PM	#1492
JCE1980 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 68	My 300.Upgrade is sitting on the back porch 500g 11'6"x22"x42"t that's going to be a challenging aqua scape. Last edited by JCE1980; 04/22/2016 at 07:54 PM. Reason: Wrong pic

03/23/2016, 08:41 AM	#1480
mitch91175 Premium Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 303	This is what I decided on for my aquascape: What do you guys think?

03/25/2016, 11:41 AM	#1482
las Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: chicago Posts: 1,012	Mitch- per my taste, #2 looks the best. Cardinal- I love your aquascape! I really like the open spaced sugar sized sand. I want to go this route also. My problem is that I want to keep SPS and I need FLOW. I wish these sand grains were heavier. What is your experience with your sand and how much flow are you putting thru your display?

03/25/2016, 04:28 PM	#1483
Marinenthusiast Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 30

03/28/2016, 05:03 PM	#1485
scangelosi Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 22	Updated picture

04/14/2016, 05:01 PM	#1486
555combo Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 2	Long time reader, first time poster. After inspiration from this thread, my recent 4" ended up like this.

04/14/2016, 05:40 PM	#1487
mpsteve Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 154	What do you guys think. Tank is three months old started it in January

04/14/2016, 06:30 PM	#1489
ComforablyNumb Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: New Brunswick Canada Posts: 627

04/14/2016, 06:45 PM	#1490
mpsteve Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 154

04/25/2016, 07:31 AM	#1493
scangelosi Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 22	what do you guys think about this?

04/25/2016, 07:32 PM	#1494
mmittlesteadt Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Rothschild, WI Posts: 1,209	Just as a point of reference...the first pic is from a little over a year ago, when the rockscape was first put in the tank and it had just cycled (here with two clowns and a couple of corals). The second pic is about one year later... Video __________________ Every life on this planet deserve respect, no matter how small or insignificant it may appear at first glance. 40 Gallon Build Thread - http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2486801 Current Tank Info: 40 Gallon Breeder, Eshopps PSK-100, Kessil A160WE, 70 lbs. rock, 65 gallon sump, 27 gallon refugium Last edited by mmittlesteadt; 04/25/2016 at 07:38 PM.

05/01/2016, 06:56 PM	#1496
reef thief Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Republic of Chicago Posts: 225	Why do I find so much enjoyment looking at piles of rocks __________________ Sent from my Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System Current Tank Info: 120 G glass

05/01/2016, 07:11 PM	#1497
Mache62 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Philly burbs Posts: 950	This is my 180. Got the rock in about 2 weeks ago. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using Tapatalk

05/03/2016, 08:32 AM	#1498
shred5 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Waukesha , WI Posts: 4,998	Just to show how big that middle ledge is: It comes at one point about 2 to 3 inches from the front. That is a 6 foot tank. __________________ David Polzin

05/03/2016, 11:01 AM	#1499
shiftline Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 537	Tips and Tricks on Creating Amazing Aquascapes Here is my new one __________________ ReefDudes - Making Reefing Easy! Current Tank Info: Fuson 30L