js Posted June 16, 2013 Report Share Posted June 16, 2013 Hi there, I have read the lighting FAQ, but still find it a little complicated. My 4ft tank has an aqua one double fluro on it currently. There is a 1500k 40w Tri Power Light which has just blown, and a 8000k 40w Super Light which is still going. I no longer have live plants in my tank. Just standard tropical fish, gravel base, black back wall, driftwood, schist rocks and (dare I say it), artificial plants. Have had a problem with black hair algae, so don't want a light that encourages plant growth, but want a light that will highlight the fish. I am not sure what is the purpose of each of the tubes I currently have, (e.g., is one for colour and one for plant growth). Could someone please advise, if I go into Redpaths, which type of tube to get to best show off my fish and perhaps not stimulate the algae. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamH Posted June 16, 2013 Report Share Posted June 16, 2013 The best lights for bringing out the colours in fish are definitely PowerGlo tubes. Although you won't find them at Redpaths, go for 6500k/cool daylight tubes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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