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Damon · 05-24-2007, 09:40 AM

Not to beat a dead horse but since it was brought up might as well.........

10 gallon is a no no for your FIRST sw tank.
Setup is expensive. Expect to pay at least 500 to start for even a small 30 gallon setup.

Protein skimmers are a big bonus, especially for your first setup. Expect to pay ~ $100.00 for a quality one.

Live rock will run over $150.00 for a 30 gallon.

Lighting at least another $100.00

Sumps are a boon and make life much easier. Get one within a year of your setup.

A new tank takes time for break-in. Dont expect to add critters and fish for at least 3 months.

Get a Ro/Di unit. Will save you money and headaches. (Another $100.00)

SW is not something to jump in but takes a lot of planning to increase your chances of success.

05-24-2007, 09:40 AM	#9
Damon Aquatic Naturalist Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dayton, Ohio Age: 32 Posts: 14,971	Not to beat a dead horse but since it was brought up might as well......... 10 gallon is a no no for your FIRST sw tank. Setup is expensive. Expect to pay at least 500 to start for even a small 30 gallon setup. Protein skimmers are a big bonus, especially for your first setup. Expect to pay ~ $100.00 for a quality one. Live rock will run over $150.00 for a 30 gallon. Lighting at least another $100.00 Sumps are a boon and make life much easier. Get one within a year of your setup. A new tank takes time for break-in. Dont expect to add critters and fish for at least 3 months. Get a Ro/Di unit. Will save you money and headaches. (Another $100.00) SW is not something to jump in but takes a lot of planning to increase your chances of success. __________________ For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow. Member of the AGA (Aquatic Gardner's Association) Member of the IBC (International Betta Congress)