Recent content by oakey

I use a Rena 150watt Smart Heater, attached to the intake of my external Eheim filter. Extremely pleased with it. It looks good, produces an even distribution of heat throughout the water (if using with an external filter) and so far has been very reliable for me. It's also ceramic (instead...

I have a male/female pair of Banded Gourami, and they are really nice looking and compatible community fish. My male is fully grown and stunning blue and orange colours. However, unlike most Gourami, they do spend a lot of their time in the lower part of the water, so this is where your hiding...

I use sliding glass condensation covers on my custom made tank. Personally I think they are a good idea, as they help to stop too much evaporation into the atmosphere of the room where the tank is situated (mine is in my lounge). They also trap a layer of air above the surface of the water...