当设置一个新的盐水水族馆,很多thought must be given to the aquatic environment inside the tank. But equally important is the environment the tank itself will occupy—its location in your home.
有许多因素会影响一个空间是否适合水族馆 - 一旦坦克启动并运行，您要做的最后一件事就是由于某些不可预见的问题而将其拆除并移动它。
考虑飞溅，溢出和湿度
It’s not a question of if salt water will end up on the floor, but when. Also, water evaporating from your new saltwater aquarium is sure to drive up humidity. So you’ll need to give some thought to how moisture might adversely affect nearby furnishings, decor, artwork, hardwood floors, etc.
保持坦克的水平
您将希望您的新盐水水族馆成为尽可能，，，，so try to situate it on a relatively smooth, level, and firm surface to begin with. Then you won’t have to get carried away with shims later on!
If the floor is carpeted, consider how the thickness of the carpet and padding might affect the tank’s stability. A top-heavy tank that rocks or wobbles whenever someone walks by is a major flood—or serious injury—waiting to happen.
您的地板可以承受重量吗？
It’s critical to evaluate whether the floor can support the weight of an operating aquarium. You’ll need to factor in approximately 8½ pounds for each gallon of salt water plus the weight of the tank, stand,基质，，，，活岩，照明和过滤equipment，，，，etc.
理想情况下，储罐应位于承载墙壁附近，并垂直于尽可能多的地板托梁。有了真正的大坦克，可能有必要从下面加固或支撑地板，以防止下垂，破裂，或者在最坏的情况下，实际崩溃。如果您有任何疑问，请在进行设置之前咨询结构工程师。
Are utilities close by?
Easy access to utilities is another vital issue. Are there sufficient power outlets in the room to run the lights, pumps, heaters, and other equipment? How far away is the nearest sink and drain? If they’re located on the other side of the house and up three flights of stairs, you might want to pick a new location.
您还应该考虑什么？
- 该空间应提供稳定的温度。在冬季寒冷，夏天闷热，还是从一天到另一天的温度急剧波动？加热或冷却来源是否位于靠近？
- 一天的大部分时间里，空间都充满了自然的阳光吗？这可能导致不稳定水温as well as algae problems down the road.
- 人类活动过多in the space can stress the fish and increase the risk of accidental breakage—particularly where youngsters (and airborne toys) are concerned.
这是关于您的观看乐趣！
最后但并非最不重要的一点是，确保您的新盐水水族馆位于房屋的房间里，您可以坐在那里，放松身心并享受舒适感。也就是说，毕竟，为什么要设置它，对吗？
谢谢。非常好的信息。我已经设置了一个空间的坦克很多次，但没有考虑到我家里的任何座位 /椅子都看不到它！我想做的另一件事是将坦克设置在窗户的范围内，因此我可以进行换水，然后将水放入草坪上。（为水和肥料作品，全部工作）
感谢您的友好评论，Brian！但是，我们不建议用盐水浇水。不过，这是淡水系统的一个很好的建议。
Hi all,
Trying to figure out the right place for a 180 reef tank. I found the perfect spot in the house but afraid of to much light. Can’t seem to be able to attach a photo but would like any feedback. I can send the picture through email if needed.
房间是我们的主卧室，该区域没有阳光直射，但房间里有很多光线。
想法？
谢谢你，
Jeff
Hi Jeff! My tank is situated in a great room with a total of 16 windows in it (as you can tell from the images in this post:http://www.saltwatersmarts.com/kessil-a360w-leds-dont-disappoint-6716/), so I too have an overabundance of light streaming in. For the most part, however, the light is indirect with only occasional “direct hits” at certain times of year, so I actually have no problems stemming from the light.
You can always block or reduce the light penetration with curtains, sheers, or shades if necessary. Of course, you’ll want to be sure to keep dissolved nutrients low to prevent algae blooms, and if temperature becomes an issue, you may need to compensate for that with additional fans, an actual aquarium chiller, or some other form of cooling.
Thank you Jeff. That helps me with the placement. I am going to have an engineer look at the floor to make sure it can hold the weight.
Thanks again,
Jeff
Good thinking, Jeff. Keep us posted on your tank’s progress!