charon
Reefing newb
Hi guys, first off I am very new to saltwater aquariums...very new.
I'm researching buying my first set-up and I'm struggling with the size of the tank. I was initially thinking of a 40 gallon reef tack with a canister filter and a couple of powerheads. The (very knowledgeable) person at my local marine aquarium supplier suggested a 75 gallon, with an overflow box and sump system instead. I am somewhat limited in budget though.
Is his recommendation the minimum size I would want? also, in regards to live rock, they sell cured live rock for $8.99 per pound. Do I really need 1 pound per gallon? That works out to $675.00 in live rock alone. yikes...!
Thank you all very much for any assistance... :)
I'm researching buying my first set-up and I'm struggling with the size of the tank. I was initially thinking of a 40 gallon reef tack with a canister filter and a couple of powerheads. The (very knowledgeable) person at my local marine aquarium supplier suggested a 75 gallon, with an overflow box and sump system instead. I am somewhat limited in budget though.
Is his recommendation the minimum size I would want? also, in regards to live rock, they sell cured live rock for $8.99 per pound. Do I really need 1 pound per gallon? That works out to $675.00 in live rock alone. yikes...!
Thank you all very much for any assistance... :)