Aquarium Lighting

Which light is best for custom aquariums?

There is a wide range of lighting sources for aquarium lights, including fluorescents, compact fluorescents, halide lights or LED light fixtures. Incandescent bulbs tend to give out too much heat and are not ideal for most environments. However, nothing brings out the vivid colours and enhances your tank like a full, rich RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum of light.

What colour light do fish prefer?

Their is a wide range of wonderful colours, however, cool colour lights like purple, blue, red, and green are the best choices for your fish and their stress levels. They provide fish with a similar sensation to their natural environment and keep them calm and relaxed.

What is the purpose of LED light in fish tanks?

LED aquarium lighting is often called the best lighting for fish tanks. The LED fish tank light fixture is a great option for several reasons.

First of all, they are energy efficient, which means it will cost far less to run your aquarium lights. On average, they consume about 80% less than other fish tank lights. Keep in mind the cost to purchase is usually more, however, they offer a wide range of colours and options like intensity adjustment. This is a very useful feature if you plan on keeping live aquarium plants.

So providing the right amount of light for your aquarium and plants is much easier to control when using led lighting in your aquarium set-up.

Do LED lights cause more algae in an aquarium?

Without aquatic species, low illumination can promote algae spawning. Using LED Lighting Systems will increase the healthy growth of vegetation and limit algae growth in your tank.

Do fish get bothered by LED lights?

Fish need very little light and aren't really bothered by the type used. They may get stressed by excessive periods of light because, like humans, they require darkness to sleep.

It is the plant life that needs light to survive. Just remember aquatic plants have a need but too much lighting in tropical tanks or marine tanks will promote algae growth and make your tank look dirty.

What lighting options are available for aquariums?

Your lighting source for aquarium lights includes fluorescents, compact fluorescents, halide lights, and incandescent and LED light fixtures. Incandescent bulbs give out too little heat and can be a nuisance if used in small aquarium tanks.

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What colour lighting is best for fish?

FULL RGB SPECTRUM is our preference, and this spectrum will work well in most freshwater aquifers. Nothing enhances your tank's colours more vividly than RGB. It makes your fish appear vivid and inhibits algae growth.

What light is best for fish at night?

As discussed, fish require darkness to sleep, plus too much light will promote algae in your tank. We recommend turning your lights off at night so your fish can relax and get some rest.