Choose fromGlass or Acrylic for Your Custom-made Aquarium!?

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Choose fromGlass or Acrylic for Your Custom-made Aquarium!?
Are you trying to determine between a glass or acrylic custom-made aquarium? We 'd like to to share some details concerning both options.

GLASS FISHTANKS

- If the aquarium is under 100 gallons, glass can be more economical than acrylic. Remember that when you exceed this size, the price will skyrocket. This is due to the thickness of glass used and possible freight/handling costs.

- Due to the fact that glass is a whole lot bigger than acrylic (7 times as heavy!), the initial cost and subsequent moving can be a whole lot more expensive.

- Glass can damage. A fallen accessory inside the aquarium or a youngster hitting it with something solid can create some glass to be damaged.

- Glass has a mild window tint to it (a faint green like color), yet this color does not yellow like clear acrylic does over time.

ACRYLIC FISHTANKS

- Acrylic is entirely clear and has no coloring, nonetheless it is a lot more accidentally damaged.

Fishtank maintenance needs to be done really meticulously, specifically when cleaning algae.

- An acrylic aquarium is a whole lot stronger than glass and much more pliable. It additionally has no seams, and is a lot more conveniently drilled into.

- An acrylic aquarium maintains temperature better as an insulator, which can be helpful for warm water tropical fishtanks. Nonetheless, this insulation may be troublesome for very sensitive reef life.

Both glass and acrylic are just as capable materials with which to construct your custom-made fishtank. Still uncertain?

Contact Diamond Aquatics at 973-356-4434 and we will be delighted to offer you advice on the ideal selection for your fishtank!