The aquarium can rightly be considered one of the most interesting elements of the interior. The design of the premises with it allows not only to decorate the room and emphasize the individuality, but also change the overall design. When creating works of art, quite affordable materials and simple techniques are most often used. In order to start decoration of the aquarium with your own hands, you need to choose the basic style to which you should follow the manufacture of all work.
In decoration, as in any other activity, there are certain well-established techniques. Creating decorations for aquarium with your own hands, you should stick to the simplest rules that will make work easier and safe. These include:
Whatever the selected style, the decoration foundations can be reduced to several ways:
These three tools are opportunities for a wide expanser of fantasy and the realization of the most bold ideas with their own hands. The decoration of the aquarium can be a very not costly cost process if you use items found or manufactured by yourself. In addition, various interior items are needed for various stylistic destinations.
In our country, it is often used when making a Dutch style. The direction that came to us from the Netherlands immediately loved fans of fish content. The basis of decoration is groups of plants landed throughout the parameter of the aquarium by groups, from large to smaller. To create such an interior inside the water world with your own hands, it is necessary to plant plants at a distance of 10 cm from each other, this will allow them to grow and not interfere with each other. You can give the brightness to the aquarium at the expense use of algae of various colors, combining them at their discretion.
Not less beautiful can be called a Japanese style called "Garden of Stones". Such an aquarium will perfectly fit into minimalist or high-tech interiors, giving them a special atmosphere of comfort. The basis here is a sensation of space, achieved through the use of a minimum of details. Most often, the decoration is used bright soil and 3-4 large stone, located in the center and creating a feeling of fragments of rocks. Also used figures of ships or statues in a single instance.
Sea style is saturated with seashells, corals, fragments of reefs, all that is often found in the present Ocean. That's here ideal the sunken schooner, treasure chest or sea monster cave. It is better to choose cold tones here as lighting here, and the background makes a darker, it will give a complete feeling of immersion.
The most interesting can be called an antique style of aquarium. As decorations, reduced copies of monuments and elements of the architecture of the ancient world are used here. When decorating an aquarium that meets the last trends, greek motifs are often usedHowever, the Old Slavic items can be used, something relating to Maya or Egypt. Such decorations will emphasize individuality and make an aquarium in unique.
When making an interior of the aquarium, you must pay attention to the following points:
Making the aquarium with your own hands, it is possible to make it unique, for example, creating a mini-waterfall inside. Such an effect can be achieved if you draw a light strip on a dark stone with a porous sponge. For more complex falsification, sand is used. With the help of the compressor, it blows out, imitating the movement of water flows. The dropped sand is going to the tank and the process is repeated.
Winning will look at the volumetric background. Decoration is easily done alone, polyfoam can serve as a materialwhich without much effort takes the shape of stones and rocks. You can make the resulting result, you can use the firing, in the process the ornament will hover and get smooth outlines. The product is processed by the cement 500 brand, then wakes up with sand and tinted with a collector. Fasten the decoration is best with the help of sealant.
A huge variety will make thematic decorations for holidays, for example, a Christmas tree on New Year Or a small Cupid for Valentine's Day will surprise your guests and make the design unique. They are installed in the aquarium with their own hands these elements simply simply and bring a lot of joy, creating a festive atmosphere.
The aquarium decorated independently will bring a lot of pleasant moments of joy and calm. With a proper approach, decorating with their own hands will leave only positive emotions and a long memory of a pleasant pastime. You can often change the interior inside the small water world, most importantly do not forget about the quality of materials and security His residents.
Aquaskeeper is a long-studied art type, which allows you to create an underwater landscape. Inspiration for many works comes from underwater locations, also natural landscapes, such as mountains, jungle, deserts, waterfalls and many others. Before creating a beautiful aquarium design with your own hands, you will need a functional component of aquarium environment. Some water plants Require that they are saturated lighting and nutrients.
Low spending on the operation of aquaskeeper allow you to spend a low amount of carbon dioxide, less fertilizer and lighting. Scattered or dull lighting can be as staggering as the plants will create beautiful glare. For aquarium design, plants, stones and wooden squigs are usually used.
Quick crossing
The style of "Ivagumi" is the aquarium stone design that came from Japan. All decor elements are thin and pointed, but supported by smooth elements. Large stones with an uneven surface are placed in the central part of the tank. To create an analogy with the natural environment, the stones have slopes that water can be hit.
Admire the aquarium in the style of "Ivagumi".
Aquaskeepers "Ivagumi" are often used for low plants that plant on the fore. The focus is on the rocks, and not on plants. Dark and steep stones are in demand in this form of design.
Dutch style is aquaskeeper from many plant species. In traditional Dutch style, minimal focus on stones and snags. Plant selection, their color and location are key factors for creating style. Dutch aquaskeeps visually look like thick thickets of underwater rivers. Here you can often see bright red, orange, green plants that are planted in large quantities in the front, central and background. This species Design involves the use of the most unusual and whimsical forms of plants. To prepare aquaskeeper, you will need a lot of time, skills and patience.
Natural style - recreates natural landscapes. Plants, squigs and stones are arranged in such a way that they resemble a lake or a river from the natural environment. This style is characterized by chaotic forms, simplicity. It uses exclusively natural materials. The location of plants, coriation and stones is key. Fish - just addition to beautiful design. Natural medium modeling requires careful planning. Plants for this aquaskeeper are required low, and are attached to corygam, stones or planted into the ground. Fish for him are chosen by such that can revive landscape - Barbus, swords, tetras, neons, scalaries (staked species).
To make the aquarium design with your own hands, you need to know some rules for the placement of parts.
Look at how you can make a 100 liter aquarium.
It is important to distinguish each aquarium background. Each background should be present both high and low bushes of plants. The average plan should consist of corporate, rocks and plants of medium sizes. The foreground should have beautiful broad-sized seedlings, such as Anubias, Kryptokorin, a graonist, aponeal, and others.
You can make synthesis - stones and snags can be planted on the forefront, and plants can be planted on any plan to improve the appearance of Aquasquepa. If you can afford an open riding aquarium, then you have more opportunities to use stones and snags that will be written out of the water stroit.
Plants are better to plant so: starting from the foreground and ending with the back plan, visually "going down" down. Long-sued species weigh smaller, and easily confused in low plants that are in the foreground. To install rocks, stones and their fastening to each other, use silicone aquarium glue. It is safer, and allows you to keep mosses, fern and all the wires in place. Also, mosses, ferns and crawling plants must be attached to a solid surface - wood or stone. Make it using aquarium glue or log.
It would seem that the occupation of aquarium does not represent any complexity. But so think, as a rule, people who have not tried themselves in this role. Thus, even newcomers understand that the comfort and well-being of the inhabitants of the artificial reservoir depends on the huge amount of various factors, such as the quality of the aqueous medium, the presence of aeration, conducting a regular substitution of water. But even fulfilling all these simple requirements can be noted at one moment to notice a significant reduction in the population of the aquatic inhabitants.
It would seem that everything is done correctly, but the situation does not improve. And here, at the time you already put a cross on your dream to create an incredibly beautiful underwater world in my premises if it were not for a small tip left by experienced aquaries. So that there are no similar negative moments, it is necessary to pay special attention to the design of the vessel, and how to arrange aquarium correctly, it will be detailed in detail in today's article.
First of all, thinking about the occupation of aquarium, the first thing that arises in the head is, of course, the vessel. But it is worth emphasizing that this is this thought is already erroneous, as aquariumism is not an ordinary fish content in some closed space, but a whole world with its customs and rules. So, before you think about the purchase of an artificial reservoir, it is necessary to visually submit your future aquarium. It cannot be submitted without such important elements as:
Also, a separate place in the above list, of course, aquarium fish is occupied. So, it is very important for their acquisition to determine their internal preferences about their appearance and character. And already based on this to make their purchase.
Remember that every fish is an individual, so forming the design of an artificial reservoir must be taken into account. So, as a negative example, one case can be given when inexperienced aquarists were acquired by African cichlids living in reservoirs with rocky shores, and launched into artificial reservoirs with a huge amount of vegetation, which is categorically unacceptable for representatives of this species. Such a sharp change in natural conditions can cause not only serious stress among fish, but also lead to more serious consequences.
Like each room, the design of an artificial reservoir also has its own design. But today there are some styles, following which you can easily choose the design of the vessel even to those who only recently began to engage in aquarium. So, the aquariums are:
Also very well established an antique style, where small ceramic copies of various statues, monuments, amphoras or castles of those times can be applied as decorative elements. But it is worth noting that ceramics must be carried out regular cleaning, since it may begin to allocate a substance dangerous to the aqueous inhabitants who seriously affect their further livelihoods. 
In addition, some aquarists make an aquarium treasury from their artificial reservoir, placing a sunken ship and a little chests and coins at the bottom.
As a rule, the decoration of the aquarium begins precisely from the background. Thus, the creation of a unique rear wall of an artificial reservoir will not only become an excellent decoration for its owner, but will certainly be appreciated by the inhabitants of the depths. The simplest design is the creation of the background of the rear wall with the help of purchased films that are attached on the back wall. But it is worth noting that not always such a design justifies himself due to their artificiality.
A more time-consuming, but effective way is considered to create a backbone with own hands And connecting fantasy. So, first of all, it is necessary to take it with a dark or blue tint film, which will not only give the aquarium depth, but also contrast. 
Also as auxiliary elements, both a stone and a plant can be used to create a unique picture, creating various cozy cave or small shelters for fish.
Creating a design of an artificial reservoir with stones, as shown in the photo, is a fairly common phenomenon. So, they not only look pretty stylish, but also can serve for fish as a place for their leisure and spawning. To decorate the aquarium, ideal:
It should also be noted that the limestone and dolomite should be applied for example for artificial rigid water reservoirs. In addition, it is necessary to remember that all fairly large structures need to be put on the bottom with plastic under them, until the main ground will be covered.
As for Korgig, their presence in the aquarium will give him a unique appearance. They are also not only a favorite place to cover fish, but also a great place to create excellent design solutions by attaching Moha to them. It is worth noting that before omitting in the Vessel Koryagi, found, for example in the forest, they must be previously treated to slightly reduce their buoyancy. So, for this, the root must be put in the enameled container and sprinkle it with salt. It is necessary to pour before that time while visually salt will no longer dissolve. After that, for an hour, boil and launder from salt residues. Further, everything that remains to put it for a few hours into clean water so that after this time is the expiration of this time to artificial reservoir.
One of the important aspects of the design of an artificial reservoir includes the selection and placement of soil. Thus, his backfilling is recommended after placing serious and massive structures in the aquarium. In addition, it is also desirable to place heaters or bottom filters in the aquarium in advance. Also in those zones where the placement of vegetation is scheduled to be highly recommended to perform a nutritional substrate.
The perfect soil thickness is the range from 40-50 mm near the front wall and 60-70 mm near the rear. It is also worth noting that in the event of unsatisfactory containment of the soil of vegetation or decorative elements, it is more expedient to evenly distribute it throughout the vessel. In addition, if the creation of the terraces is scheduled, they are easily obtained with high ground relief.
Planning the placement of vegetation in the aquarium, it is necessary to take into account that its choice directly depends not only on the subject of artificial reservoir, but also the personal experience of aquarist. So, for example, beginners are strongly recommended to begin with unpretentious and endless plants, differing among themselves in height. So, higher, placing near the rear wall, and less high - closer to the front. It is also desirable to avoid symmetry.
For example, several high plants look at the stones as can be seen in the photo below. 
It is also very important after plant landing is completed, do not forget about their further spraying. This is necessary in order. To avoid slutsing algae. In addition, once all the decorative elements used in a specific vessel will be installed in its place you can enclose algae by the glued. This will protect them from the effect of water flows.
It is necessary to pour water without superfluous hurry and using watering can or small bucket for this purpose. As soon as the level of the aqueous medium exceeds the mark of 150 mm. You can slightly increase the feed rate of the reservoir with water. It is recommended to clean the oilcloth itself after the aquarium is completely filled.
Experienced aquarists recommend to carefully select the placement of plants in the vessel. So, first of all, it is necessary to take into account the design of the room so that the interior of the aquarium does not stand out from it, and it completed it harmoniously. As a rule, an ideal solution will be the placement of an artificial reservoir near the empty angle or in the center of the room.
And finally, I would like to note that planning the design of your artificial reservoir, it should be remembered that nature does not exist symmetry. Therefore, it is possible to place decorative elements and even need in chaotic order, but also, in no case you do not need to overdo it and leave too small space for the true decoration of any aquarium, namely its inhabitants.
In aquarium, it is not customary to start with a small one. Small volumes create large problems, since the miniature system is devoid of inertia, and the biological balance in it is unstable. Nevertheless, small-sized aquariums are becoming increasingly popular. They are less expensive, compact, and with proper design and care are amazingly beautiful. But to make a little aquarium brings great pleasure, not easy.
Small consider aquariums less than 30-40 liters, usually from 5 to 20 liters. Often they are called nanoacarums (from Greek 
Nano - "small, tiny, dwarf"), emphasizing this term not only size, but also their modernity and manufacturability. There are also microacariums, their capacity of 1-2 liters, and animals will not be seal in them, with the exception of some types of snails. The world's smallest Aquarium in the world was created by Omsk miniaturist Anatoly Konenko and his son Stanislav. They placed in 10 ml of water soil, specially designed mini-compressor, small bushes of storage products and several fry Danio.
We will immediately agree that we will not call a round ten-tier jar with a gold fish, since this is not an aquarium, but a mockery of fish and all the principles of aquarium.
Aquarium, whatever size, it is, is an equilibrium biological system, the inhabitants of which feel comfortable. Achieve this in a small amount - a whole science. But but if it succeeds, the results can be simply amazing. Such aquariums where in a tiny volume is reproduced by a live biotop, resemble the Japanese art of bonsai or large-scale models of chic machines: small, and everything is truly.
Of course, not all small aquariums are worthy of aquakeping contests or the book of records, but any of them must please the eye of their owner and create a comfortable environment for their inhabitants.
Nanoacarums have a rectangular, cubic or form close to it. Usually covered with transparent cover 
Glass, which allows you to admire them from above. They have them away from drafts and direct sunlight and closer to the outlet, which will be required to connect equipment.
Equipment for nanoachvarums is needed in general as for large, that is, the filter (in some cases there is enough pumps with aerator), lighting devices, if necessary, the heater is better complete with a thermostat, and carbon dioxide system.
For those who have no experience and time to select aquarium technology, there are fully equipped nanoacariums. The best prices for the price and quality ratio of the Aqua El Shrim Set and Dennerle Nano Cube series are recognized.
And if you want to save or it is interesting to pick up the whole filling for your nanocubika yourself, there is something to choose from.
For a small aquarium, the filter is vital. Since the equilibrium in this system is very fragile, and a small deviation of the parameters of aquarium water can become fatal for its inhabitants, it is necessary to reduce the risk of these oscillations. Therefore, the pump without a sponge or with a small sponge size matchbox unsuitable. Rather, they can be used, but only in aquariums with a very large number of live plants and without fish, with one invertebrates. However, with such a population, it is possible to do without a filter completely or limited to the compressor.
If there are fish in the aquarium, the filter requirements are very serious. It must have a large surface of the filler to create bio filtration, pass at an hour 8-15 volumes of the aquarium, but at the same time not to create strong streams of water that will damage plants, fish and crustaceans. In addition, small inhabitants of the aquarium should not fall into its water intakes. And, of course, he should borrow at least a place in aquarium or to decorated well and fit into the landscape. Another optional, but very desirable condition - the filter material must be made of water for washing without dismantling the filter itself, it greatly facilitates the maintenance of the aquarium.
Partially or fully satisfy these conditions, the following types of filters are satisfying:
In addition to these models, in small volume aquariums you can use various homemade structures - Airlifts, Hamburg filters, plastic bottles with fibrous or porous substance connected to the pump. The requirement here is one: water under pressure should pass through a sufficient material volume that provides mechanical filtering and can serve as a substrate for bacteria involved in the nitric cycle.
An additional filter in a small aquarium is live plants, sometimes they are even placed in the attachment of the waterfall, making it the phyto filter.
Due to the mandatory availability of live plants, the question of lighting a small aquarium becomes relevant. There are almost never used lamps built into the lid, the lamps are installed at some height above the aquarium. Usually applied luminescent or lED bulbs. In general, the rule is: if the lamps are luminescent, then for unpretentious plants The light should be 0.5 W per liter of water, for whimsical soil or having a reddish tint - 1 W per liter. If the lamps are LED, then the ratio of the power of the lamp and the magnitude of the light flux is different, and here already look at the number of lumens. For undemanding plants, there is quite illumination of 25 lm per liter, for demanding - 50 lm.
Choose plants in the nanoacarium follows depending on the illumination power and whether carbon dioxide is organized. If the light is bright, the soil is a specialized, comprising organic and CO 2, then you can plant any small plants, here only play the role of the owner's preference. In a more modestly equipped aquarium, unpretentious and slow-growing plants are limited.
Lilexis Brazilian, Hemiantus Cuba, Martilyla use as soil solutions. Blicksa Japanese, which in large aquariums is considered soil, in small volumes it looks like a bush.
In addition, different types of Anubias, Cryptokorin, Pogosnov, Rotal, Ferns are growing. To decorate Korgia, stones and equipment elements use MAs. Often you can meet the bowloft balls. In short, here the space for creativity is almost like in a large aquarium.
When choosing the inhabitants for a small aquarium, first of all, of course, it is necessary to pay attention to their dimensions. Fish should not be more than 3-4 cm long, and if the aquarium is at all "nano", up to 15 liters - more than 2-3 cm. In addition, the fish are needed peaceful, not too voracious, non-territorial and fairly unpretentious, at least, If this is your first experience in nanoacariamistry. Well, of course, they should be bright and diverse painted and active so that they were interested in observe.
Fish Danio
Under these conditions a rather large number of fishes fit. The most honorable place in nanoacvariums is occupied by representatives of carp - Danio, micrasibers, boraraces. Microrasta Galaxy with its amazing color truly is the queen of small volumes.
From the haracin fish in such an aquarium, neon and tetra Amanda can be built, from the vigorous - Guppie and Pecilium. In addition, it is possible to start small catches, for example, a pigmy corridor or a otocyclulus. Good feel in a small pieces of cocks.
Fish is better to take flocks from 3-4 pieces (of course, except for ducklock cocks), so they will feel more comfortable. The landing density of small fish should be approximately 1 individual on 2 liters of water.
In addition to fish, various types of shrimp live in nanoacarum, dwarf crayfish (with shrimps they are incompatible), frogs of hymenosuses.
You can arrange a nanoacarium in different style. Among the aquadizainers are the styles of Ivagumi - the design of the stones of different 
Shapes, Rijubokok - registration with snags, vaccine - in the form of a bump with plants. But here it is crucial to the taste and preferences of the owner. For example, if the aquarium is in the room at the child, it is quite appropriate to put the castle of mermaids or a sunken ship and toy scabysts in it. The main thing is that the scenery do not occupy too much space (as a general rule, no more than a quarter of the surface of the bottom and half of height), hid aquarium equipment and left a place for plants and fish. In addition, if there are shrimp in the aquarium, it must be borne in mind that any items from water can contribute to their escape from the aquarium.
The soil in small aquariums usually use a two-layer: the bottom layer - the nutrient substrate, the upper gravel, the total thickness of the layer should be 3-4 cm.
Caring for the small aquarium is not too hard working, the main thing is that it is permanent. If you can forget about a prosperous two-year-toll bank for a month (not to carry out the cleaning and substitution of water, but only feed fish), and nothing terrible will happen, well, except that beauty becomes slightly less, then with the nanoacarium, such a number will not pass. It is impossible for one day to stay with cleaning or a little bit to reconcile fish, it can lead to irreversible consequences. Depending on the volume and population of the aquarium, a graph of inclusion and turning off the lighting, feeding of animals, water substitution (usually they are held weekly 1 / 3-1 / 2), cleaning the bottom. This chart needs to be clearly observed. The most important thing is that a small aquarium requires close observation, and immediate measures are taken at the slightest signs of imbalance. It is very recommended at first after starting to use water quality tests for tracking at least ammonia and nitrites.
Of course, a small aquarium in an apartment or office is not just a subject of interior, it requires care and attention, but provided that the equipment and the inhabitants and the fulfillment of simple rules are quite affordable even for the person in the aquarium.
A small aquarium is a tank with parameters 20x40 cm and less (Nano Aquarium), in which you can settle small ornamental fish. The volume of such tanks can be from 10 to 20 cubic liters, so they are suitable for installing decorations and equipment. In a small aquarium, you need to put lighting, plant plants, decor, do not forget about the filter and compressor. That is, a small aquarium should not differ from the spacious functionality.
Care for a small aquarium, on the one hand, light, and on the other, will deliver the trouble. Choose a mini rectangular tank, with straight and smooth walls. It is convenient to clean them with a scraper, serving. If the tank is round, then it will be uncomfortable to get to its corners, it is difficult to wash. The 10-liter aquarium is polluted faster than 50-100 liter. Water replacement will have to do more often, as well as complex cleaning, which is not useful for biobalansa of the aquatic environment and fish health.
The main disadvantage of mini tanks is a small amount of water. In it will not fit a lot of fish. There you can settle 1-2 fish, and no more. In a large water replacement aquarium, they are not very felt, in small it is a big stress. Any changes in biological balance: the death of fish, stubble, pollution immediately affect the aquatic environment. The only thing that can be done is to adjust the water parameters on time, gently feed fish, clean the bottom.
See how the soil siffon occurs in the nano aquarium.
It is necessary to care for a small aquarium as well as big. Once a week you need to change 10-15% water, if necessary. So that the fish did not have stress, do not replace the water completely, try to top up it with small portions. The perfect aquarium filter for such a reservoir is a pump with an inner sponge. The sponge cannot be flush under running water, otherwise all the beneficial bacteria participating in the nitrogen cycle will die.
If you have chosen the smallest tank, it will be almost impossible to install plants and scenery. Some skillfully sit even in 3-liter banks dwarf plants, but they are uncomfortable to care for them. In a 10 liter tank, there is an opportunity to keep the dwarf anubias, a dwarf slimist, echinodorus "Dwarf Amazon", dwarf cryptocorine. Plants for a small aquarium can control the level of nitrites, nitrates and ammonia, create shelters for fish. Make sure that the aquarium is soil. Choose a substrate processed, clean, without paint. Remember that the usual scraper of the minimum size aquariums is cleaned very difficult from the beam layer.
Now about feeding. As you know, the stubs harm not only the health of the fish, but also negatively affects the quality of water. Everything aboard decomposes, turning into malicious impurities and bacteria. Disintegration products are settled at the bottom and reservoir machines, violating the stability of the biological environment. Fish should be fed, hunger is also not a way out. Once a week, arrange unloading days for fish. Add feed for 4-6 grains, which pet is forced to swallow. What I did not eat should be removed by a gauze sacc.
Let's for fish that live in a small 10-20 liter nursery as much food as they eat in 2-6 minutes. Flakes, live food, sinking granules are suitable. They slowly drown and do not pollute the environment. If you live bottom catches, they will all eat themselves. Fish can be fed habitual for them with a full-fledged feed without disturbing the diet. It is important to clean everything in time.
Look at how to make a small aquarium.
What fish can be kept in mini aquariums? In a small 10-20 liter tank, you need to settle pets with miniature body sizes. Fish 2-6 centimeters in length will suffer such a volume of water. But remember that even small fish want to swim in a spacious environment. They should not be kept in the capacles that will limit movements. In mini aquariums can not be settled by territorial and aggressive fish. What no need to set in 10-liter aquariums? This is the swords, Barbus Middle, Cikhlida, Gurura, Danio. They have an active and energetic, they need more space for shelters.
A 10-20 liter aquarium can be hosted by small barbuses, Pseudomogil Gertruda, rice fish, cherry barbuses, pupils, erythrosons, neon, Amanda Tetra. Also, there you can keep such fish and shrimp: otocyclulus, corridors, amano shrimp, cherry shrimp, copper tetra. In mini tanks, a representative of the kind of Petziliye, viviorbing fish is well aware.
It is necessary to buy fish of fish with a strong immunity, that is, not actually powdered, but hybrids. If you do not have the opportunity to buy a spacious "house" for your small pet, you need to buy a small aquarium with a capacity of 10 liters. There will also often be secretly inserted by all famous Siamese cocks. Cockerel can live alone, does not get along with relatives, that is a fighter fish.
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Registration of aquariumThe decoration of the aquarium is a decent and fertile topic for conversation. It is not surprising, because this is the paramount question that people ask themselves who have just bought aquarium.
Unfortunately, on the Internet, this question is surprisingly illuminated poorly, briefly or fragmentary. We hope this article will reveal all aspects and nuances of the aquarium and will help you create your aquarium kingdom.
Soil is one of the most important elements of the aquarium, this is his mood. It is very important to approach the question of its choice with special attention, because in addition to decorative functions, the soil acts as a substrate: a substrate for plants, for the spawning and life of fish. It is important to choose the desired fraction of the soil, it is important to choose the desired soil volume, and then the color of the soil. On our site there is a good article about the choice and selection of soil, we suggest familiarizing yourself - HERE.Speaking about the decorative properties of the soil, it is recommended to choose a soil of darker tones, in order to be bright and bright colors of the aquarium bottom did not oversee the beauty and beauty of the "main perpetrators of the celebration" - Fish. 
Registration of aquarium stones and grotts. An important technical nuance when decorating aquarium by stones, grotts, caves, etc. It is the use of non-toxic, not poisonous materials. If stones, snags are selected and manufactured independently, you need to do everything according to the rules and make sure that they do not emit harmful substances into the water. Already accurate decorations should not be made of limestone, rubber and metal, no paints and enamels !!!
Speaking about the aesthetic part of the reservoir, it should always be remembered that stones, grottoes, squigs are taken in the aquarium " useful Square"- Life space. The amount of such decor is calculated on the basis of the volume of aquarium and the needs of the fish themselves. In addition, it should be borne in mind that large decorative elements are installed at the edges of the aquarium or on the background. Do not put a huge castle in the middle !!! This is equivalent to that if people set the refrigerator in the middle of the kitchen, and not in the angle. Aquarium is an amphitheater of life!
Registration of aquarium background. The rear background of the aquarium for the aquarium inhabitants themselves is not so important. In essence, fish can live without it. The background is more important for a person, it can be said - this is "aquarium curtains" that play more aesthetic role than technical.
About what is the aquarium backgrounds, how to make them and attach, look HERE.
Registration of aquarium by alive and artificial plants.
Continuing to use metaphors can be said that if the rear background of the aquarium is "curtains", then the plants are "indoor flowers on the windowsill." From what they will be, how many of them will, it depends on how your aquarium "window" will look like. We recommend to see a wonderful article on this topic - HERE.
Light decoration Aquarium
The power and spectrum of light is important for aquarium plants - this is their source of life. Speaking about the decoration of the aquarium, the color of the world is important. To date, there is a huge variety of color gamut aquarium lamps. Choose to taste! Moreover, there are various bottom aquarium backlights in the form of volcanoes, lanterns and LED aerators. Here they are.
Registration of aquarium with a different decor. 
Aquariums can be made of seashells, locks, ships, fumbies of divers, skulls, etc. At the same time, it is not necessary to buy all this in the pet store at a raven price. Using such scenery you need to adhere to only two rules: non-toxicity and safety. Shells should not be sharp, and figures of divers from rubber. See the same article Shells in aquarium.
The main directions, types and examples of decoration of aquariums
The classic options for decoration aquarium for fish are:
Biotopic - Such an aquarium is drawn up under a certain water landscape of the lake or stream.
Dutch - Aquarium, the main place in which plants are assigned. Such an aquarium in the people is called "herbalist". The most famous Dutch aquariums creates a mega-aquarist Takashi Amano, here's his work:
Geographical - Such an aquarium is issued under a certain region, it contains fish only from this region.
On the expanses of our homeland, most often you can meet "Household Aquarium" - Where the above principles are not respected. In such aquariums, you can often meet locks, amphoras, the same divers, skulls, etc., other, so on. In addition, there is a whole industry children's aquariums. Here is an example: 
Essential and other directions in the decoration of the aquarium.
As they say how many people have so many opinions.
Next, let's clearly see the options for decoring aquarium
Pseudomore Aquariums Such aquariums are drawn up and mimic the marine aquariums - the seabed. The pseudo prefix says that there is no marine fish in such a reservoir. Only entouge is created!
As a rule, in such an aquarium, fish bright coloring, which is often cichlids, for example, Elou, Demanos, Parrots, etc. have often possessed. The aquarium itself is drawn up by corals, artificial polyps and marine shells. 
Dutch Aquarium "Light-option" Aquarium close to natural habitat of fish. It contains live aquarium plants, squashs, stones, but "in a lightweight form." Such aquariums do not require special knowledge of the life of plants from aquarium. Elementary care is the key to success and achieve their goals. 
True Dutch Aquarium - "Travnik" It is densely planted aquariums. Fully imitating all the beauty of freshwater reservoirs. To create such aquarium, we need knowledge about plants, it is necessary to study the issue of feeding aquarium plants and the use of CO2 system for aquarium. 
Household, Children's, Thematic Aquarium Such aquariums are executed under a certain idea. As a rule, this is the fiction and fantasy of a person. 
Futuristic Aquariums or Glo Aquariums Relatively recently in the aquarist entered the fashion for the creation of GLO-water bodies. Where everything shines neon and plays phosphorus. Even even fluorescent live fish. Such aquariums look beautiful in the evening and at night. Read more Glo-Fish here.
Marine Aquariums These are aquariums in which marine, solonic fish. Aquarium permeated marine theme. The lack of such water bodies is the price and the huge cost of content. 
Cihelid A species aquarium in which only the fish of the cichl family is contained.
See Cihelid - Cikhlida in the aquarium 
There are also industrial and aquarium show 
We wish you success in the design and creation of your individual aquarium kingdom, below additionally presented photos clearly showing all the variety and flight aquarium thought in the illuminated question. 
Video about the decoration of the aquarium
The aquarium in the interior always attracts attention, even if it is quite modest in size, and only one fish is swimming in it. The movement behind the glass of motion creation attracts the look, so it is important that the design of the aquarium harmonize with the overall design of the room, complemented it and caused only positive emotions. Choose aquarium is quite difficult, and even more difficult to solve the question of how to decorate the aquarium so that it looks stylish and impressive, not tasteless and rude. Let's figure it out.
Aquariums in their appearance can be of various shapes, size and even colors. Today, the approach to the design of aquariums has changed somewhat, and along with the classic options, decorators are really unusual, original and stylish. In the form, all the aquariums can be divided into several categories:
The size also directly affects the role of the aquarium in the design of the room, because it is more, the more noticeable and more effectively. A few years ago, great aquariums were very fashionable to use in design, really enormous aquariums, mounted in the wall, were most specially popular and admiration. Today, the focus is made not so much on the amount as on the form and design of the aquarium - the more creative approach, the more interesting. Such an aquarium can be quite small, but it is impossible not to notice.
Aquarium options are indeed suggested, and it is important to choose exactly the one that will suit the interior of the room will perform not only practical, but also decorative functions. So, in the modern design of aquariums, the main role is played by the form, and sometimes you can find breathtaking solutions that admire their unusualness. But traditional options retain positions, because the classic is in the design of the interior, as in the design of clothes, outside of fashion and trends.
So, several ways of design and decoration of the aquarium:
Original option. It does not matter the size or location - the fantasy of the designers is so insane as the aquarium today can be found in completely unexpected places. For example, the design of the aquarium in the form of an old TV, when instead of the "blue screen" - aquarium with motley fish. Even creative is an aquarium in the toilet, on the site of the drain tank. It is likely that guests will sincerely be afraid of the water. Or a very small aquarium in the form of incandescent bulb, which will become a spectacular detail on the desktop.
Something great is always easier to decorate, because there is an imagination where it is roasted, and a large square suggests more opportunities. But what to do those who can not find a place in an apartment or house for a luxurious aquarium, but is pleased with the little? How to decorate a small aquarium neatly and stylish? The solutions may be mass, but they must all correspond to the two main rules: a combination of decor elements among themselves and their small amount.
For example, if in the design of the aquarium, you use large stones, then large algae will already be superfluous, they will only close the space. It is better to choose small plants and arrange them along one of the walls, thus creating a kind of "curtain". Registration of the round form aquarium and little size (for example, desktop), does not imply the use of plants at all - it is better to give preference to small details at the bottom. Coins, stones, shells, decorations, small statuettes - all this can be used for decor.
Today, interior design is very specific, very fashionable to reflect its qualities, hobbies, worldview in the situation and details of its dwellings. In the design of aquariums, this trend is also noticeable, so the thematic design is very popular. For example, if a boy lives in the room, then the aquarium easily can be turned into such an unusual garage, and you can make a visual textbook if the letters printed on the leaves and put them in the aquarium.
How to make an aquarium for a girl? If she likes Vintage, spectacular solution There will be a small ceramic jam with a pearl necklace that looks out of it. Nearby you can put a small toy crown or a vintage mirror. A beautiful welcome will also be a different size of stones with openwork patterns, which are painted in stencil technique with a lace.
Making the aquarium, do not be afraid to choose unusual solutions, because this element of the interior is an excellent opportunity to try something original, even if the entire room atmosphere is quite calm and cozy.
For the correct content of the round aquarium and maintain the desired balance in it, certain knowledge and experience are required.
After equipping aquarium with everything necessary, you should go to the selection of "residents". The classic option is a goldfish right away. She needs a space, so one piece need a volume of at least 40-50 liters.
Before you buy fish, it is necessary to calculate how much the number of residents fit into aquarium, taking into account its volume and features.
Fish that can live in a round aquarium: pecilia, root, neons, moldinesia, swords, Petushki, Daneo, corridors, Lyalius, ampulyria.
Most perfect option - These are cherry shrimps. They require only lighting, and the oxygen and filter are not required for them.
If you decide to settle the cherry shrimp in the aquarium, place the ground, the grief, the moss pickup. Note that you will have to change water every 2-3 weeks.
The necessary equipment includes:
If the round aquarium is still interested, refer to its shortcomings carefully, but not be afraid of them. First, decide on the volume. As mentioned above, the average volume of round aquariums is 10 liters, but you can purchase containers and 20 or 30 liters. 
It will take special equipment to create cozy conditions. This is a compressor, a bottom filter and a heater. Provide a glass aquarium backlit is also necessary, however, it will be difficult to install it yourself. In order not to complicate my life, it is better to purchase a container with a built-in lamp.
As for the rest, the heater, the filter and the compressor are acquired separately. The pet store can find special models for round tanks - for example, a round bottom filter or a convenient compressor that is masked in close conditions. There are aquariums with a built-in filter.
In addition to the equipment, you will need a lid for a round aquarium. She has several tasks at once:
Find the lid separately may be difficult. This is the second reason why it is better to choose a round aquarium with a lid. The stand under the aquarium is complete, but it can be custom-made or purchased in the store separately.
How to make it?
Registration of a round aquarium requires a special approach. Aquarium is not only an interior object. Its main function - the creation of conditions for the life of aquatic beings. Therefore, you will have to acquire special equipment for a round aquarium.
Without it, survive fish will not succeed. In the flask, it is necessary to place the compressor, heater, filter, ensure lighting. Conventional devices will not fit, they will be too highlighted in the aqueous space. When buying, you should select models indicating "for a round aquarium".
Form and dimensions allow them to accurately place so that the least spoil the appearance. At the bottom are placed by the mooring of the pebbles, plants are rooted in them. Equipment for a round aquarium is maximally hidden by vegetable shoots.
It is desirable to choose such aquatic plants so that they do not hide the main inhabitants to their bizarre appearance. And pay special attention to the shape and size of pebbles. Remember, in the round aquarium, all the details look more convex. Therefore, any defect is immediately noticeable.
The round-shaped aquarium and the goldfish floating in it - the unchanged attribute of the interior of a small-sized apartment from the last century. But the size of the vessel and its shape impose a lot of unpleasant restrictions on the process of detention of fish. For example, to put special equipment in it will be extremely difficult, so people do without it. And the cons of the vessel is too obvious:
Decor
A specific shape and a small amount do not allow creating thematic landscapes with a large-scale decoration in the form of a ship fragments or ruins of the castle. However, when placing a round aquarium, other design techniques can be used. For example, among the stones you can arrange a miniature chest model from a pirate vessel.
Or lay out several fragments of ethnic ceramics. The main principle on which the decor of the aquarium space of such a form is minimalism. Otherwise, all elements will not be able to see submarine inhabitants.
The lid for the round aquarium performs several functions: it prevents ripping fish, entering inside atypical items, protects livestivity from children and cats, 
And also serves as a place for mounting the backlight. Therefore, to acquire aquarium is better immediately with the lid than then searching for the desired model. The lid for a round aquarium can be purchased only in specialized stores. It is harder to find the lid only for a semicircular aquarium.
Living in a glass bowl can fighter fish and petty boring fish - Guppies, Mollyonsia, Pecilia. Their life will not be comfortable, but due to their unpretentiousness and stress resistance, they adapt to the spherical container. Shrimps, snails and small aquatic water plants feel quite well in round aquariums.
To improve the quality of life of the aquatic inhabitants in the round aquarium, it is worth installing special equipment - miniature submersible filters that can be placed on the bottom, or mounted cascading, fastened on the edge of the container, lamps on clothespins and heaters in the form of rugs.
There is a more convenient option. You can buy equipped round aquariums with integrated equipment (better known firms). Such aquariums already have a solid stand, a convenient backlight, a thoughtful filtering system and aeration, as well as instructions for starting and operating an aquarium.
As for the plants, it is better to choose alive in a round aquarium, since in the absence of equipment they will be the source of oxygen. So, for example, many fish, incl. Moldinesia will die without living algae.
W. artificial plants There are advantages: they do not need special care for them, so they remain beautiful longer; It is easier to postpone the caviar when spawning. Therefore, a pair of artificial twigs in the round aquarium will not prevent.
Here are plants that can be purchased for a round aquarium: Elday, Pischiki, Kryptokorina, Nasia, Rogolistnik, Spiral Valisner.
The third stage for "coherent" of the round aquarium is its design. Equipment for aquarium need to be maximized by plants. 
Pebbles also need to pick up with the mind. It must be remembered that in a round aquarium, all the details look more convex. Therefore, any, even the smallest defect will immediately be noticeable.
In specialized stores you can buy a special color soil. If your aquarium is large, you can put on the bottom of a snag or an artificial house.
Fish
In the circular capacity, the light is refracting peculiar. According to the prevalent among the aquarists, not all fish are able to survive in such conditions. First, living beings due to distortion of the surrounding reality may experience stress, and secondly, it shortens the lifespan for nerve fish. Although the main limiter is the volume of space. Fish for a round aquarium are suitable only small.
Be sure to place a small cattle here so that it can clean the glass from the green plaque. Perfectly feel in the water of neons, cocks, Lyaliusi. Goldfish in a small volume is poorly growing and often sick. The number of small fish should be maintained at one level.
Before launching neon here, calculations should be made: the amount is determined by the aquarium volume. Overpopulation will immediately affect the health of fish and the general form of an artificial reservoir. The capacity of the equipment for the aquarium is selected in accordance with the requests of a particular group of fish. Better, if the fish for a round aquarium will be bright, noticeable. For example, some kinds of guppy.
What kind of soil is better for aquarium? How much does it need? How to siphon and clean the soil in the aquarium? Answers to all these issues, important for the full existence of the "residents" aquarium, will be considered in this article. Let's build the right aquarium with your own hands, take into account all the nuances of the nutritious soil and its laying.
Very often at the initial stage of the arrangement of "House for Fish". The question arises: what kind of soil is better for aquarium? Although later it loses its relevance and ceases to actively discussed. Nevertheless, after the error time, made first, make themselves felt, and the result is large-scale corrections.
The main purpose of our article will be the nuances of the choice, preparation and placement of the ground filler. In addition, attentive circumstances in this issue are decoration and cleaning the bottom of the aquarium.
Initially, it is worth noting that the black soil for aquarium is the most important part of its configuration. Together with such elements as the rear background, lighting and additional decorative components, it gives noticeable uniqueness to the placement location. At the same time, being a substrate, the soil provides conditions for the existence of a whole complex of microorganisms and plants.
At the same time, the nutrient soil for the aquarium works as a primitive mechanism that performs filtering. In it, microscopic suspension, polluting water, which is noticeably expanding its functions.
Before buying the aforementioned filler, it is worth determining the objectives, as well as the common vision of the "underwater kingdom". In addition, you need to navigate in the key aspects of the choice.
Like a small aquarium, and its large analogue is necessary to "decorate" various colors. Usually the owners themselves pick decorations themselves. But, despite this, many experts tend to choose a dark soil that allows you to look through the contents of the aquarium well.
If we talk about the intended thickness of the layer, it depends on the parameters of the aquarium, as well as on the number of living and non-residential objects. Therefore, approach to solving the issue, what kind of soil is better for the aquarium, strictly individual.
It should be borne in mind that for aquarium plants and fish, the ground will have a significant difference. As mentioned above, the representatives of the flora use it as a substrate for rooting and subsequent nutrition. Considering this, it should be not only a decorative component, but also in life-supporting.
If you believe the general rules for the arrangement of aquariums, then the soil must be finely or medium-trigted, taking into account the power of root systems. For underdeveloped plants, sand can be used, and for the strong-walled - coarse-grained fraction.
The nutritionality of the soil should also be considered, because for plants and fish, the correct aquarium is a place that allows them to obtain nutrients. The soil is sometimes leased peat, clay, as well as special preparations purchased in pet stores.
Note! If you choose which soil is better for aquarium, then during its purchase it is necessary to study the material from which it is made, and color gamut. The best option for aquarium will be a natural unpainted coating.
It is also desirable before it acquisitions to find out the chemical composition and the origin of the soil. The presence of limestone will provoke the separation of carbonate, which will significantly increase the rigidity of water. The release of gas bubbles is evidenced about its presence.
Since the porosity is one of the most important characteristics of the substrate, then small sand with a particle size of less than 1 mm is unlikely to be useful. Everything is due to the fact that in such a filler, metabolic processes are violated due to the rapid storing of the material. This, in turn, leads to the reinforcement of plant roots.
In addition, the biological balance, which should "visit" the aquarium of the house, very unstable. In this situation, even mollusks and fish, looser, do not help.
Sand having particles size from 2 to 4 mm will be a beautiful and easily accessible substrate. Sufficient porosity affects metabolic processes, which for a long time remain in priority.
This option is quite suitable for most plants that have both powerful and weak root system. In addition, it has an increased permeability for newly formed roots.
You can also note the success of small pebbles, particles of which vary from 4 to 8 mm. The level of it is much less than that of the sand, but the formation of il passes very slowly. This type of soil is more suitable for large plants having a strong root system.
Large pebbles and gravel will decorate, rather, a small aquarium than big. In any case, the amount of such soil should be essential to somehow differ in a general background. In addition, pebble and gravel are not used as an independent substrate.
It is worth noting that all the above-mentioned natural soils are associated with a general origin - these are small particles of granite. Their mass distribution argues accessibility for fans of aquariums. Moreover, the color parameters of such soils are from light gray and to red shades.
Among the artificial substrates is the most common ceramzite. He has an excellent porosity and insignificant weight, which makes it indispensable for fans of fish and flower breeding. During plants transplantation, this type of soil practically does not injure root systems.
Together with the above-mentioned advantages, the inner part of the ceramisite is an anaerobic flora - oxygen-free microorganisms. They purify water from numerous organic compounds that appear in the aquarium over time.
To determine how much the soil is needed in the aquarium, its individual parameters should be taken into account. Among them are the dimensions of the "fish houses", as well as the reality of alive and non-living components.
If there is a 200 liter aquarium, then it is necessary to prepare it before booking the soil. This is especially true of that aquarium soil that is collected on the street. Mandatory washing and boiling are basic procedures that prevent infection.
There is no need to boil the shopping purchase, but it needs to be rinsed and quiet. It excludes the use of soap or other cleaning products, since subsequently chemical impurities wash out of the soil will be very difficult. At least it will take a lot of time and effort to use other useful actions.
These procedures are fundamental. If you were correctly processed and prepared a soil for aquarium, the price of it, even if it was essential, will no longer have much importance for you. It is worth noting that the complete drying of the future "stone bottom" does not need to wait, because the wet state is natural for him.
The lower layer should consist of a gravel, which is enriched with ironite or clay. Its thickness should be from 3 to 5 cm and turn on the balls with fertilizer. In addition, there may be a mixture of microelements that do not contain phosphates and nitrites, which are so destructive for plants and fish.
It is desirable to focus on iron that is present in chelated form in the ground mixture. Otherwise, it will be simply not available for nutrition to representatives of flora and fauna. In addition, iron sulfate, commonly used for feeding the garden bushes, is not suitable, since it will significantly reduce the acidity of water.
If heating cables are used, they also fit into this layer. They do not have to be located directly at the bottom, because the uneven heating leads to cracking of the glass, and the aquarium of the house can quickly spoil. In addition, the sand and clay in this case will be inappropriate - they will also heat up unevenly.
The average layer must contain the ground with impurities of the peat, which makes up 15-25% of the total volume of the bottom soil. Its thickness can be no more than 2-3 cm, since the oversupported of the soil enriched with peat can provoke the rotation process. If there is a large number of organic substances in the Earth, it can be added to it.
In addition to the entire medium layer can be filled with microelements and clay balls. However, for this you need to conduct thorough preparation of peat and land. Actually, such a rule takes place for each layer.
The upper layer should be made of small gravel mixed with sand. About 5 cm of such a soil prevent water clouded due to the contact of the peat with the ground. It is here that stones for aquarium, which can be purchased in the same pet shop.
If there are snails or fish in the aquarium, digging in the soil, then you need to grow plants in pots or increase the thickness of the upper layer. This will prevent significant damage to their root systems.
It is worth noting that usually the soil in the aquarium is uneven. Although it can be distributed in such a way that it will have a view of a slide that rises to the rear wall. This version of the bottom laying can visually give an aquarium volume and a more spectacular appearance.
Most novice aquarists laid various drawings from the soil. Since they are gradually moving under the action of water, these compositions are short-lived. Of course, it is not as scary, but the general type of aquarium may still spoil.
Finishing procedures that will make an aquarium 200 liters impeccable will be the installation of decor, water fill and plant planting. It is necessary to take care of this in advance so as not to "slow down" the overall process of arrangement.
For modern aquaries of one soil styling will not be enough. After all, only a professionally decorated aquarium will be able to harmoniously fit into the interior and infinitely to delight his observers. Therefore, the more responsible the approach to its decoration, the more he can bring joys to others.
As mentioned above, for a full "entry" in the interior of the room, it is necessary to correctly choose not only the soil, but also a background with elements of the decor.
The role of scenery is no less important than representatives of flora and fauna, filling aquarium. If the answer to the question of which soil is better for aquarium, it has already been registered earlier, then the design needs to talk more. Everything is explained by the fact that the decor can disguise the equipment installed inside the aquarium.
After the main points concerning the number and quality of the bottom soil were solved, it is necessary to move on to the question of how to siphonds soil in the aquarium. Simply put, how to remove with its bottom accumulated mud sediment.
Of course, there are special devices called aquarium siphons whose analogues are ordinary hoses. They are elongated flasks and flexible tubes from 1.6 to 2 m long and a diameter of up to 2 cm. These components are connected by means of special holes, representing a hose with increased dimensions.
After the installation of the aforementioned cleansing structure, it is immersed in the aquarium and reads its activities. Thanks to the periodic suction of the air, water from the aquarium begins to pour out, and the most contaminated portions of the soil become clean. Some aquarists during the search for a response to the question of how to clean the soil in the aquarium can use ordinary medical scripts.
While the siphon moves from place to place, its external end can be clamped, thereby preventing excessive loss of water. Modern options Cleaning devices are already equipped with cranes for adjusting the pressure, so they are easier to carry out "cleaning" aquarium.
During cleaning, the end of the hose should be lowered, from which the dirt comes below the water level of the aquarium itself. It is necessary to do so that the dirt is not pouring back.
In addition to the aforementioned version of the siphon, there are other designs for cleaning. Most often it is electric pumps equipped with special tissue bags filtering water. However, it should be borne here that stones for aquarium can get there, so it is recommended to use them as much as possible.
The preference of the siphon before the usual hose is also confirmed by the presence of the processes of the "soil drilling" during cleaning. Although, on the other hand, the dirt is much easier than the soil filler, and it should come out freely.
High-quality soil allows the aquarium to form a natural reservoir, creating a unique color background for its inhabitants. However, in addition to performing decorative functions, it supports biological equilibrium, determining the composition and properties of water. In addition, it "employs" millions of microorganisms that provide natural cleaning of the surrounding air.
Today it is easy to embody the design solutions internal and external decoration turnkey aquariums. Modern studios offer the most unusual variations of the artistic design of hidden depths. However, if desired, you can create your own author's project, making a truly unique aquarium. Design, with your own hands implemented, will make it possible to implement any idea, making the main element of the interior of the room created by the underwater world.
It is best to contain aquarium fish of those people who see in this pleasant occupation and rest, not the trouble and problems. After all, it is not enough only to buy an aquarium and launch inhabitants. It is important and be able to care for him so that he doesn't just like it, but delivered
The underwater world of the house or in the office is a kind of live painting, this is a way to emphasize the individuality of the interior. Aquadesign is an integral part of the aquaries. Special uniqueness he guarantees his own vision of registration underwater world. Thinking up its artistic project, real aquarists are suitable for him with all the souls. Their main goal is to create an original landscape and a comfortable environment for the lives of water inhabitants. Similar artistic design allows the most harmoniously pour the aquarium to the interior. Design, with your own hands, makes it possible to embody the most incredible options for designing compositions, from which in the future it is simply impossible to tear the eyes. It can be fabulously beautiful marine, rocky stories, mountain valleys, mangrove forests.
By virtue of its turbulent fantasy, you can create the most incredible designs of decoration. However, they all require a clear concept - from their development to embodiment. First of all, it is necessary to determine the style of the aquarium and its features. It is also important to account for the size of the aquarium and its shape, so that the selected style is appropriate with one or another area. Selection of internal filling of the aquarium and its appearance at the same time should be harmoniously joined into the surrounding environment.
Great value also have fish. The design is being developed under them, with an obligatory accounting of habitat familiar to them. Compositions are constituted depending on the form of fish. For many of them, shelters are needed, without which they may die. Some of them love to hide in a sandy day, some prefer small thickets. The role of shelters is perfectly performed by squigs and grottoes. Date of scenery with special illumination give a special charm and mysteriousness to the underwater world. Allow you to create unique compositions and a real paradise for exotic inhabitants, the new habitat for which your aquarium has become. Design, with your own hands, makes it possible to carry out any creative ideas, would be desire.
The scenery for the subject environment of the underwater world serve as a win-win decoration of the aquarium. But the main component of the internal design is its prosperous biosystem.
Aquariums in their intended purpose are divided into decorative and special (spawning, selection, outgrown, quarantine and others). The most popular of them are species and biotopic.
The species aquarium will allow not only to decorate the interior of the house, but also will give a unique opportunity to observe a certain species of fish or their close-based species. His inhabitants have a significant impact on the design of the aquarium. It is completely easy to arrange it, but before the embodiment of the idea it is to seriously familiarize themselves with the haggles of the chosen fish in their natural environment habitat.
Biotopic aquariums reproduce imitation of any natural biotope with a characteristic view of fish, plants and certain parameters of their familiar habitat.
For aquarium design, any uniform qualification is not allocated. Typically, the design of the project is carried out according to the well-established stylistic directions. The main ones are:
For novice naturalists, the best option for designing aquarium will be a collector style. This is the perfect option that allows you to "fill the hand." Everything is allowed here everything. You can mix plants, use their artificial imitation, choose any aquarium. Design, with your own hands embodied in life, allows you to create interesting compositions from plants of different textures and decorative elements. It is possible to experiment with various storylines. Plant selection should depend on the theme. To begin with, preference is recommended to be given unpretentious and hardy plants.
In 1980, Takashi, the famous Japanese aquadizainer, a new direction was presented in the design of aquariums - natural style. The philosophy of these aquarium paintings is concluded in the understanding and sensation of nature, recreated according to the "Wabi - Sabi" principle ("modest beauty").
This style draws inspiration from mountain and forest landscapes, water flows. With the help of various decorative elements (corporate, stones), asking coordination centers, their asymmetric accommodation is created, based on the "Golden section" rule, makes it possible to specify the direction of a natural (natural) feeling of perception of the entire composition.
Steney fish effectively emphasize the recreated landscapes, bring a variety of in the underwater world and literally impose pay attention to the aquarium. Design with your own hands (100 liter volume, at least) miniature version in natural style to start better with use of no more than 5 plant species.
One of the most beautiful directions in the creation of the underwater world is the Dutch style. It is quite fascinating to make a similar design of the aquarium with your own hands. 250 liters for the creation of the underwater garden - quite the optimal option.
The basis of this style is aquarium plants of various textures, shapes, size and color. The tracks from the green plantings occupying almost the entire main area of \u200b\u200bthe bottom allows you to create an amazing depth effect. Architectural forms in the form of decorative krag and stones are present in limited quantities. Well-kept underwater garden is visually perfect and interesting.
Many people today are passionate about the breeding of marine fish. Prepare a biological environment for them is more difficult, especially using living corals, which are rather demanding to water parameters. But experienced naturalists are completely able to create such a design of the aquarium with their own hands. 200 liters - the optimal average volume for enjoying the contemplation of the marine underwater world. It is not worth overpopulation of living beings, since in such a reservoir there is a limited system of life support.
Design the design of the marine aquarium is necessary, taking into account its view, which does not last depend on the inhabitants. It can be predators (sharks, skates, moray), unsubstantial fish (Zebrasom, angel fish and other species) or corals and invertebrates. The most unpretentious are considered more complex in the care of invertebrates, which may die from minor deviations in the chemical indicators of water.
For the livelihood of such aquariums it is worth buying expensive equipment. It will need to be reduced, it is worth considering, working out the aquarium design with your own hands. The photo demonstrates how you successfully hide all the wires, hoses and tubes, decoring the background with picturesque coral reefs, stones and shelters for fish in the form of mysterious grottoes and caves.
By purchasing practical skills and relying on the experience gained over time, you can try to master such a special kind of art, a peculiar analog of landscape design for parks and gardens, like Aquaskeeper.
This aquarium is your own hands, to create more experienced aquaries. The underwater world is organized with the help of specific Rules of Aquasquepa. This direction in Aquadizayne implies a composition, thought out to the smallest detail. Decorative elements, plants and inhabitants, who can not only coexist peacefully, are selected for the creation of a submarine landscape, but also to express the basic idea concluded in the landscape.
Beautiful background for decoring the rear wall of the aquarium is easy to create with the help of special films on which images of the underwater world are applied. They can have and just rich blue color, creating the effect of depth and contrast. But it is much more interesting, turning on the fantasy, think over the background, size and volume of the tank, the scenery used and include everything in the developed aquarium design with your own hands: 250 liters, there is a stone background, spectacular snags, stones, moss, various plants - all these elements will be as it is impossible By the way.
It is worth noting that the aquarium often gives the whole composition (especially voluminous) unique charm and naturalness of the aquatic environment. It is easy to create with your own hands, using, for example, a foam broken with different pieces, which is glued to the rear wall of the aquarium and are crossed by special paint with intermittent strokes. It turns out an excellent imitation of the stone background. It can be done in a similar way, using pieces of bark from corping.
The composition can be created from a dead from the marine reef. IN sea aquarium Here will find small invertebrates, polyps and other inhabitants.
The design of the aquarium, with their own hands, designed and made, allows you to carry out a considerable amount of excellent ideas for plot aquariums using exotic plants, pebbles. The incredible amount of their quantity can be realized by creating their "gardens of stones." And then glad to watch the flashes on their background of bright fish with an unusual color.
The main thing is not to overdo it with decor elements, plants and inhabitants of the aquarium. Everything should be harmoniously combined, to enjoy your creator and do not harm fish.
Thanks to unusual beauty, modern aquariums are able to become a real pearl of any interior. The diversity of styles and forms is simply amazing. Aquariums can be suspended, outdoor, built-in. The stunning effect in the room create diorama aquariums, their form seems to contribute to the breathtaking water world. The personally executed option improves well-being and raises the mood. Today is not uncommon even a dry aquarium. Design, with your own hands carried out, allows you to give yourself an unusual creative concept of marine landscape. Many solutions can be created thanks to the incredible flight of creativity. It is definitely simple and incredibly interesting!
