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Old 08-20-2006, 06:31 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Absolutely incredible...The aquascape speaks for itself...great layout Mike.

Three months? That just goes to show you that the ADA line of stuff, when used properly and as a complete system, works amazingly well.

Keep up the great work.
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Old 08-20-2006, 09:55 AM   #2 (permalink)
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That is truly a beautiful aquascape.. I'm sure your client got a lot more than his money's worth just in aesthetic value.

Just curious, does the tank have the typical dimensions of a standard 75 gallon tank? Also, how many watts/what type of bulbs are being used?
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Old 08-20-2006, 08:37 PM   #3 (permalink)
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This tank is actually here in our gallery, so it is not a client tank. It would be a tough one to keep up for a client actually!

The dimensions are like a standard 75 gallon. The lighting is a Coralife fixture with 3- 150 watt HQI 8000 K and 4- 65 watt 6700 K PC.
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Very nice looking tank.

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Old 08-21-2006, 04:49 AM   #5 (permalink)
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amazing tank!

i might ask if maintenence is a pain with a tank like this?

do you replant the tops or simply trim?

thanks!
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Words can not explain how much I appreciate and respect your kind words . I will post later today and answer the above questions .

Thanks Again ,

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amazing tank!

i might ask if maintenence is a pain with a tank like this?

do you replant the tops or simply trim?

thanks!
-Charles
So far it's been just trimming the tops-- no pulling up and replanting at this point. Really it's been letting the plants grow to the top and then trimming all sections at once-- literally leveling the stemmed plant section.
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Old 08-21-2006, 09:30 AM   #8 (permalink)
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Very beautiful tank Mike, very inspirational, I could stare at if for hours. One of my favorite tank! Keep it up!
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Deja Wu! You guys did it again. The layout colour combination has a very exciting liveliness to it. The groups of plants are expertly placed.
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I saw this tank at ADG about two weeks ago. It is a very exceptional layout and I like the title as well. Everyone should keep an eye on Mike's 'scaping. He gets better and better with each layout IMO.

Someday I too shall aquascape again . . .

. . . but the diapers, playdough and animal crackers pile high.
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