Hello everyone again. So far you guys have been a good help.
Now for some cosmetic surgery...
I have a 55 gallon regular tank with an oak canopy. I have a couple of pieces of glass cut out for a top and a 36" light with two 15w bulbs in them. I was looking to bump up to a 48" light with better bulbs. I have 6 goldfish and snail and a bottom feeder. No live plants.
First Question, why not a shop light? I know I can't lay the bulbs directly on the glass, but a shop light that has a reflector low enough on the sides.
How much is too much light? Will it get too hot?
Does is really make a difference than the 36" I already have? Can I get better bulbs for it?
If I need to get a light for my tank, where can I shop? They just seem soooo expensive! My wife is about to kill me already.
Now for some cosmetic surgery...
I have a 55 gallon regular tank with an oak canopy. I have a couple of pieces of glass cut out for a top and a 36" light with two 15w bulbs in them. I was looking to bump up to a 48" light with better bulbs. I have 6 goldfish and snail and a bottom feeder. No live plants.
First Question, why not a shop light? I know I can't lay the bulbs directly on the glass, but a shop light that has a reflector low enough on the sides.
How much is too much light? Will it get too hot?
Does is really make a difference than the 36" I already have? Can I get better bulbs for it?
If I need to get a light for my tank, where can I shop? They just seem soooo expensive! My wife is about to kill me already.