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by casssch
Sat Jan 31, 2015 10:13 am
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: Getting started - cleaning the tank?
Replies: 14
Views: 1266

Re: Getting started - cleaning the tank?

The reason I stopped considering the mesh lid is because I have naughty cats. I think the mess would just invite trouble with them. If I had to cover it to keep the humidity up, they would likely uncover, etc. Although the one I found was half the cost of the glass lid, maybe I should give it a try ...
by casssch
Sat Jan 31, 2015 2:01 am
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: Getting started - cleaning the tank?
Replies: 14
Views: 1266

Re: Getting started - cleaning the tank?

Thanks for the response. I'm trying hard to make sure we do this right, as it's my daughter's bday present come March (I say that knowing it's my responsibility lol). Would you say a glass lid is better than a plastic lid? We have low humidity in the house. How many crabbies would you suggest for a ...
by casssch
Sat Jan 31, 2015 12:52 am
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: Getting started - cleaning the tank?
Replies: 14
Views: 1266

Getting started - cleaning the tank?

Hopeful new owner here. We've made the decision, but still need to make all the arrangements and such. I have a 20 gallon tank we had fish in before they all passed. I fully intend on using the same tank for some little crabbies, but the back of the tank has some dried on yucky algae stains from the...