Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup Want one? Here is a link http://amzn.to/2d9SO4A A co-worker decided to buy the Fluval Edge and I agreed to set it up for him. Since it was all new in the box I went ahead and made an unboxing and set up video. So if your curious about the 6 gallon version of the edge check it out. You can only have so many aquariums so it was nice to put this together for him. It will sit a whole 6 feet from my office so I will get to enjoy it and bring you updates on it as well. Note this is the older version of the Edge and I do mention that.

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Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup Want one? Here is a link http://amzn.to/2d9SO4A A co-worker decided to buy the Fluval Edge and I agreed to set it up for him. Since it was all new in the box I went ahead and made an unboxing and set up video. So if your curious about the 6 gallon version of the edge check it out. You can only have so many aquariums so it was nice to put this together for him. It will sit a whole 6 feet from my office so I will get to enjoy it and bring you updates on it as well. Note this is the older version of the Edge and I do mention that.

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for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

AquaTV
AquaTV - 7 years ago
The light is too weak, not suitable for aquatic plants
AquaTV
AquaTV - 7 years ago
Oh great. I wonder how to clean this aquarium
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+AquaTV yeah well this is a super old video. They have LEDs now that do a lot better.
CTH 03
CTH 03 - 7 years ago
I hate the yellow lights
อมรเทพ ขุมแก้ว
อมรเทพ ขุมแก้ว - 7 years ago
ทำไม ปลูกแบบนั้น ล่ะคุณ หรั่ง
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
เพื่อช่วยให้ปลา
Leo's Channel
Leo's Channel - 7 years ago
The five gallon actually looked bigger
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Leo's Channel if you mean the spec this is the same length but a little deeper.
David Perrin
David Perrin - 7 years ago
What do you think are the best tanks as you have a loteof fluval tanks
ttgk
ttgk - 7 years ago
Man you only get that small opening on the top? Thats a deal breaker for me
Hornet Oliver
Hornet Oliver - 7 years ago
Spec-5 is a much better nano option, IMHO.
Wrecker4488
Wrecker4488 - 7 years ago
I understand the design of it but man that tank is inefficient. If I had that tank I'd always be worried the tank would crack because it's not of a flat surface.
Boon Doggle
Boon Doggle - 7 years ago
Looks beautiful

10. comment for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

Sumner Bob
Sumner Bob - 7 years ago
Lol just throws the instructions...I would actually sit down and read it in the loo for fun
Beast _ Gago
Beast _ Gago - 7 years ago
It's practically a aquaclear filter
Beast _ Gago
Beast _ Gago - 7 years ago
pecktec oh you could try putting another aquaclear sponge added with the first level instead of carbon more bacteria growth and filtration
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Beast _ Gago it's an aquaclear 20.
ethefire
ethefire - 7 years ago
Cleaning the glass and the substrate would be a pain with that small opening. Besides that it is a beautiful tank.
COMIX INK
COMIX INK - 7 years ago
"maneuvering in this hole is a bit of a challenge" what he really means "This hole is THE BIGGEST PAIN IN THE ASS!"
MARKLINMAN1
MARKLINMAN1 - 7 years ago
What about an air stone/pump? Thanks in advance.
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+MARKLINMAN1 I think it helps but there seems to be enough surface agitation to do the job. I don't keep it filled all the way most of the time. Just right after a water change.
MARKLINMAN1
MARKLINMAN1 - 7 years ago
pecktec no I don't want, hahahhaa, was wondering how you get away with it. Are the live plants providing the needed oxygen for the fish then? Thanks again.
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+MARKLINMAN1 I don't use them but you can if you want.
SAVAGE308SNIPER
SAVAGE308SNIPER - 7 years ago
What are instructions?
SAVAGE308SNIPER
SAVAGE308SNIPER - 7 years ago
pecktec Cool. How do I explain how to snipe savagely? What's an explanation?
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+SAVAGE308SNIPER if I said how do you snipe savagely. And you explained it. That explanation would be instructions.
Matt James
Matt James - 7 years ago
some GU10 led bulbs would make this look amazing, did you or the person you set this up for ever try the GU10 led bulbs? :)
Guitar T
Guitar T - 7 years ago
i like fluval aquariums, but I dont like the led lights, WAY TOO BRITE, any suggestions, thx
Patricia Jones
Patricia Jones - 7 years ago
What is the difference between plastic and glass? I heard that plastic or acrylic tanks weigh less than glass ones. Also how many fish can a 5 or 6 gallon tank hold. I like this tank, but I agree with some of the other posters. The opening is very small. I am looking on getting a small tank and I do not know which way to go glass or acrylic. I also like that 5 gallon fluval tank you set up in another video.
Patricia Jones
Patricia Jones - 7 years ago
I have to worry about weight. I can't lift heavy objects.
Jessica Cook
Jessica Cook - 7 years ago
Patricia Jones glass is much better quality.
Marlen Lucero
Marlen Lucero - 7 years ago
I have a betta but i would like to add 2-3 tetras and ghost shrimp would that be too many fish in this little tank??
Beast _ Gago
Beast _ Gago - 7 years ago
Marlen Lucero honestly introduce the tetras and shrimp to tank first to establish themselves then put the betta or else the Betta goes in first it will be more territorial
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Marlen Lucero nope if the tank is well kept you could do that.

20. comment for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

musicalmarion
musicalmarion - 7 years ago
Oh I just reached the end - you did such a great job and it looks really stunning !
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+musicalmarion wow thanks!
musicalmarion
musicalmarion - 7 years ago
LOL  "Instructions..."  <chucks it on floor>  :D
Sam Heiden
Sam Heiden - 7 years ago
how often u water the plants ?
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Sam Heiden all the time. Since they are under water.
tara neasmith
tara neasmith - 7 years ago
Cleaning would be a huge pain...
Alistair Leon Kok
Alistair Leon Kok - 7 years ago
Hi Pecktec, Thanks for posting this video on maintenance for the Fluval Edge 12 gallon. I just set one up a couple weeks ago and have been adding some low-moderate light plants: Anubias and Java Fern on driftwood, and Undulata planted in fluorite (the only substrate I used in this system). I wanted to add some floating plants (wisteria and dwarf water lettuce) and have kept the water level below the top glass -- do you think enough light will reach across the entire top surface for these floating plants?
Adam Sean dubstep
Adam Sean dubstep - 7 years ago
Love this video
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Adam Sean dubstep very cool thanks. It's getting pretty old now.
Robert Clark
Robert Clark - 7 years ago
if you were only allowed one of the smaller tanks, what one would you have?
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Robert Clark right now I like the Flex.
Steven Bourgeois
Steven Bourgeois - 7 years ago
Great setup. I'm looking at this for myself but wondering how do you clean the algae off the sides? thx
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Steven Bourgeois drain it down a bit then take an old credit card and make your way around the glass.
Pinkie unicorn
Pinkie unicorn - 7 years ago
Y the fuck is it orange
musicalmarion
musicalmarion - 7 years ago
I liked the Orange : p
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+Something Something lol good question. Not my fav tank color.
Adam Sean dubstep
Adam Sean dubstep - 7 years ago
ur awsome

30. comment for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

Umar Mujeeb
Umar Mujeeb - 7 years ago
can you easily add a heater?
Spencer does random stuff
Spencer does random stuff - 7 years ago
Umar Mujeeb you don't need a heater for tropical fish they will be fine
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
Sure!
hans veenstra
hans veenstra - 7 years ago
you are a true artist. very nice to see what you made of this small tank. creating someting beautiful with a little space ☺
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
Thanks! my newer scapes are a bit better be sure to check them out.
chefdan87
chefdan87 - 7 years ago
Cleaning the tank and trimming plants seems like it would be a pain in the ass with that small opening on the top. Also if you decided to restart the tank with new substrate it would be hard to get the old stuff out. Looks cool though.
TheGamingMelon
TheGamingMelon - 7 years ago
Were is the heter & air pump
pecktec
pecktec - 7 years ago
+TheGameingMelon 10 air pump? The heater went in later.
Lalo Guillen
Lalo Guillen - 8 years ago
what filter is that
Bryce Vitulli
Bryce Vitulli - 7 years ago
Aquaclear 10
ike zara
ike zara - 8 years ago
what is the dimension
Boon Doggle
Boon Doggle - 7 years ago
ike zara It's the height, depth and width of a thing.
Nikhil Julka
Nikhil Julka - 8 years ago
amazing setup.. subbed ya
Disney Dess
Disney Dess - 8 years ago
is this good for saltwater fish
Disney Dess
Disney Dess - 8 years ago
thanks
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+Disney Dess I wouldn't think so but I've seen it done a bunch.
janedagger
janedagger - 8 years ago
I had one of these tanks a few years ago and loved the look... but, the opening truly is a pain. I would suggest using your hands instead of a "tool"... hehe. BUt, that's me. Maintenance is not as fun with the opening and the lights do die. I like your LED idea much and if I ever get another, which I probably will do, I'll definitely get LEDs. Nice video though and very nice landscaping.
Lashawna Brady
Lashawna Brady - 8 years ago
I did not need to see unboxing and set up in real time. speed it up. please
MoreMike
MoreMike - 8 years ago
Do you have to put that black peace on to keep the filter in place I don't know were to put it
s_ r
s_ r - 8 years ago
i hate how it has small opning my hands are big and its hard for me
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
same the new one (that was supposed to come out a year ago) will have a wider opening i think.
s_ r
s_ r - 8 years ago
what fish did you put in there
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
It was a friends he had some guppies in there.
Eric C
Eric C - 8 years ago
Any idea when the Fluval XV or Fluval 19 gal Edge Plant will be on the market? ( I know you have connections lol ) Here's my Edge 6 setup https://youtu.be/3NhP_Mcs3lA
Masterjedi688
Masterjedi688 - 8 years ago
Fluval needs to remake this tank with either a bigger opening length and width wise or make the tank with a removable lid for aquascaping, water changes and floating the bags with the fish inside so the water in the bag can reach the same temp as the water in the tank. All in all, it's a nice looking tank.
Lilja S
Lilja S - 8 years ago
Big enough for one betta?
aldlkj
aldlkj - 7 years ago
Lilja S I think so... 6gal
PricklePickle
PricklePickle - 7 years ago
yes, maybe 2 small ones but not recommended but 1 is fine.
B's Aquatics
B's Aquatics - 7 years ago
s_ r Berra and shrimp would be ok but the Betta would eat baby shrimp
s_ r
s_ r - 8 years ago
Lilja S yha mabe some srimp
cobydrei
cobydrei - 8 years ago
$137 + $352 for shipping hahaha
cobydrei
cobydrei - 8 years ago
is this glass?
Bryce Vitulli
Bryce Vitulli - 7 years ago
Yes
drew teman
drew teman - 8 years ago
can't find the update video
IBZY1._ OFFICIAL
IBZY1._ OFFICIAL - 8 years ago
can u send me link of where i can buy this
IT’S YO BOY A CHANNEL
IT’S YO BOY A CHANNEL - 8 years ago
GamerzNet HD its in the description
IBZY1._ OFFICIAL
IBZY1._ OFFICIAL - 8 years ago
thank you so much!
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago

50. comment for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

jason rothfeld
jason rothfeld - 8 years ago
Id say the only fish that should go in this thing is like shrimp, tetras, danios, guppies, goldfish, snails, khuli loaches, and plants. maybe dwarf gouramis too.
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+jason rothfeld well no gold fish but the others would work.
G R I Z Z L Y
G R I Z Z L Y - 8 years ago
What kind of fish were put in there? Just curious
piink socks
piink socks - 8 years ago
"And we have instructions"
throws them to the side
Denise Thasder
Denise Thasder - 8 years ago
мιnuѕ
Aint nobody got time fo' dat
Curtis King II
Curtis King II - 8 years ago
Very nice.... But that rubber band is throwing me off its so noticeable lol
King R.
King R. - 8 years ago
best starter tank ever I could never
Oshmed TheGreat
Oshmed TheGreat - 8 years ago
Do a unboxing and setup for the Fluval Chi. I also have a question, is the 6.6 gallon Fluval Chi still available to buy?
Oshmed TheGreat
Oshmed TheGreat - 8 years ago
Oh ok thank you.
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
I don't really like that aquarium. If one of my friends gets one I'll do it with theirs.
Philip lion
Philip lion - 8 years ago
Claudia Penaranda
Claudia Penaranda - 8 years ago
how do you prep your water? what products do you use?
Claudia Penaranda
Claudia Penaranda - 8 years ago
+pecktec thank you!!!
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
I'm answering your question in tomorrows video. :)
Nick V
Nick V - 8 years ago
Is the tank glass or acrylic?
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
Glass
Auzzie
Auzzie - 8 years ago
Could you send one to me :)
Olly 1010
Olly 1010 - 8 years ago
How much was it
LylacProductions
LylacProductions - 8 years ago
I have recently been watching tons of planted aquarium/unboxing videos because I'm obsessed with planting my aquarium and Betta fish! Currently my parents won't allow me any live plants for my Betta. We got one once and, according to my mother, it caused an outbreak of these little things (I know they were just part of the tank's cycling, they looked like little worms) and yes we washed the plant before putting it in. I would love a Betta sorority and that's probably what I'm going to spend my birthday money on this month (July bday). Sorry if it's too much information but I love this tank and setup! Do you think this tank would be good for 5-7 bettas (aka a Betta sorority!)? Thanks! Love your videos!
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
I would do a bit bigger tank for that many. The little worms were not from the plants they pop up naturally. Normally the fish will eat them and they cause no harm. Look at my Aquarium plants for beginners video for some that are real easy to grow plants.
LylacProductions
LylacProductions - 8 years ago
Nevermind about the sorority! I would need a 10 gallon+!
Solniczka Morska
Solniczka Morska - 8 years ago
Fajne ;-)
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
Dzięki!
smshdchrb
smshdchrb - 8 years ago
20:12 that's what she said
RX580Gaming
RX580Gaming - 8 years ago
wow! so original!
Quigley TheQuail
Quigley TheQuail - 8 years ago
With this substrate and gravel combo will you need to vacuum the gravel during water changes?
Quigley TheQuail
Quigley TheQuail - 8 years ago
+pecktec one last question...is it ok to use plastic decorations in a planted tank? Would they require extra cleaning or etc? Thanks Peck! I've enjoyed your videos for a while. I'd like to see you do a nano saltwater tank...I've noticed several nano saltwaters with frog-fish in Houston. Thanks again
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+Quigley TheQuail I don't usually do that I let the plants do the work.
Flo Green
Flo Green - 8 years ago
Nice tank and set up, didn't know they made 6 gallon tanks. Very nice loved it
ExiliousX
ExiliousX - 8 years ago
What are the dimensions of the hole at the top of the tank? I'm considering using one as a PC case.
Reptilian Spags
Reptilian Spags - 8 years ago
He's right. You could make it a mineral oil tank with the radiator through the hole in the top.
ExiliousX
ExiliousX - 8 years ago
No. We build fish tank PCs all the time.
RX580Gaming
RX580Gaming - 8 years ago
ur kidding right?
AHMET GUNDUZ
AHMET GUNDUZ - 8 years ago
şunu türkçe anlatın bişey anlamıyor uz
Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones - 8 years ago
Omg the perfectionist inside me is dying when he first puts the tank on unevenly
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+Hannah Jones Sorry about that.
wcslim760
wcslim760 - 8 years ago
I set this tank up yesterday and the filter or motor is making a weird grinding sound any idea how to fix it
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
Be sure you prime the pump by adding water in the top where it comes in. The only moving part is the impeller sometimes if you get grit in there you can pull it out and wipe it down. It's magnetically attached so it just pulls out.
Harrison Walker
Harrison Walker - 8 years ago
The substrate can be a hassle at first as it produces so much amonia but is can be worth it with patients
Antonio Siete
Antonio Siete - 8 years ago
Lamentable.
Nolan Q
Nolan Q - 8 years ago
Check out my video on how to add sand to your aquarium or other fine substrates
you can also soak the substrate to get bio growth
Sharp Smirnoff
Sharp Smirnoff - 8 years ago
how many guppies you can keep in a tank of this size?
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+Sharp Smirnoff six males
Too Cold
Too Cold - 8 years ago
and what kind of fish can u add to a tank this size with the plants you have in it
Too Cold
Too Cold - 8 years ago
+pecktec ya I found them about twenty minutes later after asking the question lol. was very helpful . ty . love the videos by the way
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
I have videos on both questions you asked. Check out my playlist one fluval edge videos. Hope it helps. Thanks for watching!
Too Cold
Too Cold - 8 years ago
how does one clean a tank like this ? same way you would clean a reg tank ?
travel and wildlife
travel and wildlife - 8 years ago
+The Gaming Betta he means the glass
X X
X X - 8 years ago
You just siphon gravel and do water changes, same as every single tank.
Michael Xu
Michael Xu - 8 years ago
+Christopher Glenn u dont clean it
SuperZandersmom
SuperZandersmom - 8 years ago
I like the orange one. I don't think they make them that color anymore ?
Sarah Elizabeth
Sarah Elizabeth - 8 years ago
I really like the design, but I find the elastic distracting, lightly attaching with fish line is much more attractive and natural looking.
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
I hear ya. The elastic is temporary. It breaks after a week or two. Just long enough to hopefully get the plants to attach. Of course there are lots of other ways to attach now. Including glue oddly enough. Flourish makes a supper glue especially for it.
sidehatch69
sidehatch69 - 8 years ago
What a nice product
Palle M. Christensen
Palle M. Christensen - 8 years ago
too small for anything but maybe shrimp
TIMLucas Timandlucas
TIMLucas Timandlucas - 8 years ago
+MC JUGGERNUTS like your videos
Kelley G
Kelley G - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen a beta in a 50 gal. are you fucking retarded ? your the guy who has dead fish and blames it on the food
Kelley G
Kelley G - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen NO
pecktec
pecktec - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen every betta I have ever owned is better off in the well planted clean and cycled tank I provide for them. As opposed to the Tupperware they were sold in. A betta in the wild may have 50 gallons of water to live in. A totally arbitrary number that is not necessarily accurate. But that 50 gallon is shallow, and may be full of other living things. That means it will stake out a few feet of water and never leave it. There is a certain point where they can be in to big a tank. A 55 for example is way to deepThe plants make a huge difference in the quality of the water. So a well planted 2 gallon is just as good as a 5 with fake plants. The true test of fish happiness (if one assumes they can determine this) should be determined but spawning readiness. If the betta is bubblenestimg he's probably ok. And to your original post. Shrimp need a much bigger tank. 5 gallons is to unstable. Cherry shrimp may be able to deal with it. But most won't breed. That's my two cents.
Palle M. Christensen
Palle M. Christensen - 8 years ago
+Cody Well maybe but i still prefer to have larger tanks cuz then the fish has more space to move and chose where it wants its sort of territory to be. plus i can have more fish for them to interact with. Its more natural for the fish. I once had a goldfish in a 20 gallon and it would never move, the water was good and there were growing plants in the tank but it just looked depressed. When i moved it over to my homemade 80 gallon shallow ish tank it suddenly looked much much happier. Large aquariums don't have to be expensive either even if you don't build them your self, there are very cheap tanks on cregslist.
Cody
Cody - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen many kinds of fish don't need anywhere near 50 gallons to be happy and healthy. i've even seen bettas in 0.5 gallon tanks that live to be 5+ years old, but we can both agree that's much too small for them to be happy. 5 gallons for a single betta, for example, is plenty. they will be happy and healthy in a tank that size. 
Palle M. Christensen
Palle M. Christensen - 8 years ago
+Cody Honestly its all up to you but i think those guidelines are just put there so companies can sell smaller tanks and expand the market. Me personally if a fishes natural environment is 50 gallons at the minimum in the wild i won't put it in a tiny 6 gallon. And also a 50 gallon is not that large, for me i would call 50 and bellow a small tank. And around 80g is a medium. around 200g is a large. Anything above 300G is giant. The goal is not to give the fish enough space to move around in, you want to give it enough space to live in and a prison cage size is not enough space to live in all your life.
Cody
Cody - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen that's pretty silly. 50 gallons is absolutely ludicrous for a betta. the widely accepted betta tank size is 2.5 gallons minimum and 5 gallons recommended, while everybody agrees that those tiny 0.5-1 gallon "betta" tanks at pet stores are cruel.
Palle M. Christensen
Palle M. Christensen - 8 years ago
+Cody Well in my opinion putting any fish, even a betta who's natural environment consists of pools that are 50 gallon at the smallest and then putting it in a 6 gallon tank is cruel.
Cody
Cody - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen plenty of kinds of fish can live very happily in a 6 gallon tank lmao. those 0.5 gallon betta tanks? hell no. but 6 gallons? plenty.
Palle M. Christensen
Palle M. Christensen - 8 years ago
+Cody yes
Cody
Cody - 8 years ago
+Palle M. Christensen no lol
manFORsuck
manFORsuck - 8 years ago
nice one
Kiam Cua
Kiam Cua - 8 years ago
I've learned a lot about this fun hobby by watching pectec's videos.
Carlene Pool
Carlene Pool - 8 years ago
nice looking tank i am sure he enjoyed it
Bastarden
Bastarden - 8 years ago
I was thinking about buying this tank as a good starter but decided against it...the small opening in the top would drive me nuts!
crazee635
crazee635 - 7 years ago
I was thinking the exact same thing. I can't have a tank with a little opening like that...it would be impossible to clean properly. Its a stupid design.
AudemarsontheWrist
AudemarsontheWrist - 8 years ago
nice
Jerry Detres
Jerry Detres - 8 years ago
I just bought this tank, it's my first tank, do you recommend anything I should get for it? like heater co2 tank etc. . thanks brother
Najkstory FishFever
Najkstory FishFever - 8 years ago
good tips and tricks! :)
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 8 years ago
Man this is awesome aquascape... wish it didn't need rescue
ICOOKIE69I
ICOOKIE69I - 8 years ago
Can you run a Fluval C2 for this tank?
B Sanders
B Sanders - 9 years ago
Any thoughts on 4-6 neon tetras and two Cory cats in this tank?
jason rothfeld
jason rothfeld - 8 years ago
You could probably throw in a dwarf gourami or guppies too.
mochitheone
mochitheone - 8 years ago
+Todd Howard Corys need 15-20 gallons, I have 4 in a 20
Dillon Cookson
Dillon Cookson - 8 years ago
15 gallons + 2 platies
YouTube Hero
YouTube Hero - 8 years ago
+Nano Kumo u can put a couple of neons in there, I kept 6 in a 5 gallon and they survived for a little longer then a year, so I would say it's fine
Syafeeq Said
Syafeeq Said - 8 years ago
+Todd Howard why are you and what are you here? you better be busy with a new TES..
SkankHunt42
SkankHunt42 - 8 years ago
+Browdy betta, shrimp im affraid.
B Sanders
B Sanders - 8 years ago
+Todd Howard what should I put in this shoebox then
SkankHunt42
SkankHunt42 - 8 years ago
+Browdy They also need 10 gallons. im not tryna sound like a dick this is just simple fish care.
SkankHunt42
SkankHunt42 - 8 years ago
+Neill Jansen van Vuuren Yeah because you had three usually the minimum is five hence the 10 gl
B Sanders
B Sanders - 8 years ago
+Neill Jansen van Vuuren what about mini puffers
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 8 years ago
+Todd Howard The cory cat thing is totally true...but In had 3 neons my edge and they did great
SkankHunt42
SkankHunt42 - 8 years ago
+Browdy says any fish expert or hobbiest
B Sanders
B Sanders - 8 years ago
+Todd Howard says who
SkankHunt42
SkankHunt42 - 8 years ago
+Browdy no tetars need 10 gallons with a family of atleast 5. and cory needs 30 gal
finnaquarium
finnaquarium - 9 years ago
nice tank
Fai Faifai
Fai Faifai - 9 years ago
Nice video, however would you recommend buying this from a USA website and have it shipped internationally to South America?
Faton Shala
Faton Shala - 9 years ago
I whant to a aqvarium never hade one ? is it Hard? ??
Shamy Manavie
Shamy Manavie - 9 years ago
felt "poor that instruction manual" lol....i guess i'm one of those guys who still read instruction manual, or else i'll be putting that tank over my head lmao
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
Lol I actually do read them for the most part. It's become a running joke to throw them aside.
meowrisaaa
meowrisaaa - 9 years ago
Fluval should pay people to use their pain in the ass aquariums lol

ita pretty but wayyyyy too complicated
san0w
san0w - 8 years ago
+meowrisaaa hahahaha i was thinking the same thing! Wonder how it is to clean the tank or capture a a fish
James Hamilton-Bird
James Hamilton-Bird - 9 years ago
Thanks for your straight forward approach , I have been able to learnt a great deal.
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+James Hamilton-Bird Awesome thanks for the comment!
MELODY MUNRO
MELODY MUNRO - 9 years ago
$23.99.....for the bag of eco complete...$49.00 on ebay over here..(Australia)...sucks...it's why I am trying dirted tanks rather than using the eco complete...just too pricey...
Jay Gilroy
Jay Gilroy - 9 years ago
totally not worth the money
Pedarsag
Pedarsag - 9 years ago
how are you supposed to maintain this tank? The opening is way to small to vacuum the gravel
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
It's not horrible the 12 is easier. You do have to plan for that when you lay it out though. More so than a regular tank.
Gerard Stephens
Gerard Stephens - 9 years ago
Haha good old Garageband!  Oh, and thanks for the review!
Gerard Stephens
Gerard Stephens - 9 years ago
Awesome haha keep an eye out, I may be starting a channel using Garageband! Thanks again
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
Ha! I have worn that app out. It's neat to make your own music though. Even if it not so great. :)

100. comment for Fluval Edge 6 gallon: Unboxing and Setup

marcos garcia
marcos garcia - 9 years ago
Can I grow marihuana in my fish tank
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 8 years ago
Yes...definitely, I do it in al my tanks...in fact if you have a Pakistani loach he will get really high and try to catch it's tail ;)
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+marcos garcia Humm maybe not in per-say. :) Check out my aquaduo video though.
Joel B
Joel B - 9 years ago
I always thought they were cool aquariums, but I can't believe how small the opening is!
Lynn Little
Lynn Little - 9 years ago
So which one do you recommend more 12 or 6 g? Which one is harder to maintain?
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
The 12 is by far the better one. The six is a pain. We are taking it down in a few days. It's not mine it's a friends. The newer led ones may be a bit better but idk. I love my 12 though.
littlepiggyzoo
littlepiggyzoo - 9 years ago
is the fluval edge easy to access and/or clean? as the top looks quite small??
littlepiggyzoo
littlepiggyzoo - 9 years ago
okay I will thank you
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
It is pretty small. The 12 is a little easier. I have a maintenance video for the edge you should check out.
YaBoi B
YaBoi B - 9 years ago
+pecktec I am buying this tank, is it a good starter tank?
Iveth Chavez
Iveth Chavez - 9 years ago
I am going to buying this tank and it will be my first tank, any advice?
Jake D
Jake D - 9 years ago
Hi I really want this tank but can't really afford the $145. Do you know where to get this cheaper? thanks.
Zaidigames
Zaidigames - 9 years ago
you would need a bubble stone or something, that tank will NOT be oxygenated by itself
mICHAŁ XXX
mICHAŁ XXX - 9 years ago
Słychać jak sapiesz koluniu, zamiast goloneczki proponowałbym coś lżejszego...
Snappy 6
Snappy 6 - 9 years ago
now it does
Snappy 6
Snappy 6 - 9 years ago
its not even
KodRaiN
KodRaiN - 9 years ago
Fluval makes some of the coolest looking, non-functional aquariums.  So much so that another company exists solely to make acrylic inserts for their filter compartments.
Alejandro Flores
Alejandro Flores - 9 years ago
+pecktec good vid man make more
KodRaiN
KodRaiN - 9 years ago
I was mainly referring to the acrylic filter compartment inserts for the SPEC series, but then you also have the awful filtration and the "always on" light on the Chi.  
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+KodRaiN For the aquaclear filters? Or do you mean to cover the intakes? I noticed they were making those. That being said my 12 gallon works great. I don't care for the 6 all that much.
Emily Hall
Emily Hall - 9 years ago
I am hopefully getting the fluval edge 46l today! It will be my 7th tank
KRcandybox A.
KRcandybox A. - 9 years ago
It would be a nicer tank if the glass top would me made of plastic and is remove able from what I have seen Fulval needs to test their products before they sell them but great video
MP288
MP288 - 9 years ago
whoever designed this fish tank obviously doesn't know what it requires to take care of one. Good luck trying to net Zebra Danios with that small opening, better take the weekend off cu it wont be an easy tsks! haha
hamneggwich
hamneggwich - 9 years ago
+pecktec I'm quite fond of the trick of catching fish immediately after turning on the lights after the tank has been dark for hours. Alternatively, keeping the tank dark(and the room) and using a red light source apparently works very well too. You can move the net slowly and carefully when you do this so you don't mess up plants/substrate and the fish are less likely to realise that the net is even there. Still a bit awkward with the smaller Edge access, but it might help :)
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
Actually yea that is what you do. Still hard on an aquascape. Then again I have only had to pull a live fish out twice. I have to say the 12 gallon is loads better all around than the six.
hamneggwich
hamneggwich - 9 years ago
+MP288 I'd probably just drain out most of the water into a big old bucket to give them a disadvantage, haha. Then put the water back :D
Leslie Gutierrez
Leslie Gutierrez - 9 years ago
What was the little plant used in this tank? Not the Java Fern or Anubias.
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+Leslie Gutierrez Its a type of crypt. But I got it so long ago i cant remember which one.
Harry Nugent
Harry Nugent - 9 years ago
I had that fish tank,it was crap!!!
Haardwiired69
Haardwiired69 - 9 years ago
Why
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+Harry Nugent I have to say this one is way worse than the 12 gallon version. It has been wonderful. This one is a pain.
St-inky St-Inky
St-inky St-Inky - 9 years ago
não tem como trabalhar sem a tampa??
Jordon M
Jordon M - 9 years ago
and we have instructions, throws away i died laughing!
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+Jordon M Thanks that sort of became my inside joke over the years.
Alfred Chambers Jr
Alfred Chambers Jr - 9 years ago
HI, Thank you soon much for your awesome videos. I've been watching all day.I think this is the perfect size for me since I'm a beginner. Do you think two guppies or small fist would do well here, along with some kind of algae cleaner like a shrimp. What are you community suggestions? 
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
Yea you could do maybe four boy guppies and some ottos.
Tam Bui
Tam Bui - 9 years ago
Can u use white sand instead of black?
porkchop express
porkchop express - 9 years ago
don't know why ppl are saying this is easy to clean...

the small opening was the main thing that turned me off about this aquarium. To vacuum through it & replant the plants/rearrange all the messed up decorations afterward (plus catch the fish b4 vacuuming) each time you clean it looks like a total BITCH.

plus, magnet or no magnet..you still need a razor to properly scrub off algae from the tight corners--impossible to do w/this aquarium w/out spending hours for maintenance, sweating, & getting pissed off.
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+funktronix Yea but some people build ships in a bottle. LOL if so this is the tank for you! Seriously though the 12 gallon isnt bad but the 6 is pretty difficult if it gets to dirty.
nkaneti
nkaneti - 9 years ago
ive heard that its best to leave the tank empty with no fish for about a week for the water to mature, is this true?
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
+nkaneti That is true especially if its all freash tap water. Its mostly about the gases and desolved meatles.
Relyt345
Relyt345 - 9 years ago
That turned out beautifully, I think want to get one now, maybe stick my Clown killie fry in there
Jeremy Flener
Jeremy Flener - 9 years ago
You have a good eye for aquascaping.
Missy Lowe
Missy Lowe - 9 years ago
I have 2 of them, and love 'em both! Gorgeous, easy to keep clean (it is small, just a few minutes), and well worth it (but maybe just to me :))
Chainsaw Reptiles
Chainsaw Reptiles - 9 years ago
+Missy Lowe  There Like £150 Over Here Each So I Wont Be Getting One Any Time Soon ;) But Maybe I Hope XD 
Missy Lowe
Missy Lowe - 9 years ago
So true, all the difference in the world! :)
pecktec
pecktec - 9 years ago
Keeping the well maintained is the key for sure. But that's true with any tank.
Its Just Anais
Its Just Anais - 9 years ago
Where did u get the tank it's so cool
Tuan Wan
Tuan Wan - 9 years ago
the tank is ugly. hard to clean n stupid design. those who buy this tank will regret it.
Hi Aws
Hi Aws - 7 years ago
Swiggty . Huh?
Swiggty
Swiggty - 7 years ago
You tell me
Hi Aws
Hi Aws - 7 years ago
Swiggty . wtf r u saying
Swiggty
Swiggty - 7 years ago
Tuan Wan If you care about how it looked why did you get it
Atul Gupta
Atul Gupta - 10 years ago
How soon do the filters typically need to be replaced?
JazzyFaReal
JazzyFaReal - 10 years ago
what nutrients do you use for your plants?
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+JazzyFaReal I use mostly just flourish with Iron
diana isawesome
diana isawesome - 10 years ago
where did u get the plant bush
Frogos mcduck
Frogos mcduck - 10 years ago
like a man :D "and instructions....TOSS"
Vicky Li
Vicky Li - 9 years ago
I died laughing
Filthy Is Babe
Filthy Is Babe - 9 years ago
So True :3
wolverine1865
wolverine1865 - 10 years ago
those tanks look a right pain to clean
YungFLy  Brown
YungFLy Brown - 10 years ago
Question, if you use black sand will the plants still grow ?....
The Goldfish Nerd
The Goldfish Nerd - 10 years ago
I would hate cleaning that tank >.>
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+xDoctorRed Its got that ship in the bottle thing going. 
Keegan Gibson
Keegan Gibson - 10 years ago
Hi did you know that Hagen the company that owns Fluval also owns Aqua Clear filters? What that means is you have an AQUA CLEAR 20 so they can use it in a 6 gallon and a 12
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Keegan Gibson I did! Yep its a pretty decent filter. 
Gabriel Titus
Gabriel Titus - 10 years ago
yes indead I watch over and over your tutorials is so perfect done most complete work . meny thanks sir!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Gabriel G Thanks for stopping by!
Venom65437
Venom65437 - 10 years ago
Off topic, where did you get the old time phone? I want one!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Venom65437 yard sale 
Xan Beerboy
Xan Beerboy - 10 years ago
Man the lighting on this looks bad, especially on the edges of the tank. Did those plants survive in that light?
FortWayne Fishtanks
FortWayne Fishtanks - 10 years ago
+pecktec
 could you grow crypt wendtii on the edges? How about java fern?
dragonrage122
dragonrage122 - 10 years ago
+pecktec with the bad lighting i would suggest plants like anubias, java fern, and marimo moss. they do well in low lights, i've kept them in unlighted tanks rather easily. 
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Xan Beerboy the lights it came with were awful. The LEDs were a bit better. but not a lot. 
Gabriel Titus
Gabriel Titus - 10 years ago
hello mister ; you do best films for aquariums , plantes like  ferns , anubias , exotic fish , or any tipe of that I have to thank a lot to you :)
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Gabriel G Thanks!
Callum Earnshaw
Callum Earnshaw - 10 years ago
Whats the black substrate ?
Dmitry Shushkevych
Dmitry Shushkevych - 10 years ago
I bought Fluval Edge on last week, because in warehouse where i work this is the best aquarium! And thank's for this video its a good instruction for the first use Fluval Edge) (sorry for my bad english)
SkyeBlues
SkyeBlues - 10 years ago
Really nice.  Turned out beautiful.  Can't wait to get mine...
Celesta Martins
Celesta Martins - 10 years ago
I have watched Several of your video's and you often use more than one kind of substrate, this tank you only used the Eco-Complete Substrate, Can you effective grow plants  with just the Eco-Complete, or do you need the others as well ?  I have always had fish tanks but I have always used fake plants I want to start a tank with real plants so watching your video's are very informative. Thank you.
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
+Celesta Ralston Hey I responded to you in this video! http://youtu.be/dIbqvGH_GhY
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
You can use just eco complete. over time the nutiants will run out a bit faster with just that so I often put other things in as well. LOL I also end up with partial bags all the time so I end up blending sub strait. 
Alvin Dam
Alvin Dam - 10 years ago
thank you ive learned a lot from your videos.
Hasaan Muhammad
Hasaan Muhammad - 10 years ago
Nice tank
patrick jullian
patrick jullian - 10 years ago
were did you the those bands from
patrick jullian
patrick jullian - 10 years ago
beautiful plant attached to the bog wood 
patrick jullian
patrick jullian - 10 years ago
i will be getting one soon maybe not identical  
adysetan69
adysetan69 - 10 years ago
Fluval edge will be my next 5th tank..hehe...naughty thoughts!!!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Ow myyyy
Michael M
Michael M - 10 years ago
Hi - I've just bought the Fluval Chi 6 gallon. I was thinking of putting in 1 Betta, 4 Endler's Guppies, 1 Cory Cat - will this be too much, do you think? Thanks for the advice!!!
Michael M
Michael M - 10 years ago
Cool - might replace with a few shrimp! Thanks for the advice!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
That's sounds ok but keep in mind the Corey's are schooling fish and do better in groups. Also some types of Cory's get pretty big so you have to read up on them.
CharizerdEX
CharizerdEX - 10 years ago
is that glass or plastic aquarium??
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Glass
Steve Vaj
Steve Vaj - 10 years ago
*Threw
Steve Vaj
Steve Vaj - 10 years ago
Love how you through that instruction manual, Like a Boss
Lmao.
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Yes its now a running gag.
Lynn Heiser
Lynn Heiser - 10 years ago
Another fine video and educational video at that.  What is the name of the plant to the right.  Not the Lace Java fern or the anubus the smaller one planted in the substrate.  Also do you sell any of your plants?
Dribble Master
Dribble Master - 10 years ago
good video
Lizzie Barrett
Lizzie Barrett - 10 years ago
We are replacing our daughter tanks, which is in her bedroom. We were sold a tank that only has a air pump, no filter at all (even though they said it was) and her plecs "spook and kirk" died :(   As we need the tank to go in her bedroom, just how quiet is the Fluval. On your clips (which are great) I cant hear any noise? We would be grateful if you could let us know, before we invest. Many kind regards Lizzie (UK)
Elizabeth Grace
Elizabeth Grace - 10 years ago
Fluval equipment is almost silent, but you need to watch the water height to make sure it doesn't dip too low. That's when it begins to be noisy. Just remember to do your weekly 25% water changes and you shouldn't have that problem.
Random Walk
Random Walk - 10 years ago
Nice aquascaping! I love it! I bought the same tank few years ago; does your top lid have issue with rust? How can you prevent that? Thanks :)
loopba
loopba - 10 years ago
Wow, the top only has a small entrance point? That would be far too difficult to clean, catch fish, etc.
Mark Nutt
Mark Nutt - 10 years ago
Yeah... I can't imagine what Fluval was thinking, or the people that buy them.
Noel Santos
Noel Santos - 10 years ago
Thanks just got two of them@ $90.00ea. . For my little one. Will make a reef and see her eye's light up with nemo.
Clarisse Pauline
Clarisse Pauline - 10 years ago
I was planning on switching to this tank, but find that because of the small opening, and that you can't open the actual "top" of the tank can get infuriating trying to aquascape. Is there another aquarium that is similar but offers more space at the top to put both your hands in and really get in  there... Sorry that was confusing.
Candace A
Candace A - 10 years ago
What fish would you suggest I place in this tank? I just bought one and i'm getting mixed advice. Thank you
jon368100
jon368100 - 10 years ago
oh wow, those lights are awful.
Alex Cardosa
Alex Cardosa - 10 years ago
Felt like you where opening an Apple Computer box. That is well done packaging. 
Miguel Carreiro
Miguel Carreiro - 10 years ago
I purchased one of these about a year ago. Like you said in one of your other videos: it is very hard to maintain and capture fish because of the tiny opening on top. You have a larger version (which is taller, in your other video) and that one is probably easier than the 6 gallon Fluval to get a net into.

I find it so frustrating to get a normal sized net to maneuver around this tank! I also found the filter's waterfall disturbing my substrate because of the low profile (especially when the water level decreased).

Lastly, the "old" version of lightbulbs, are actually quite dangerous. They get VERY hot and I found myself accidentally burning myself when I would lift the hood for maintenance.

They are very cheap, as you said, I got mine on sale for $100 I think.
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I totally agree. If you get one of these tanks the twelve isnt bad but the six is a pain.
Gabriel Csoka
Gabriel Csoka - 10 years ago
do u think a 15 gallon tank is good for a planted aquarum
Gabriel Csoka
Gabriel Csoka - 10 years ago
thanks
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Sure I think any size tank is good for plants!
Reid Smith
Reid Smith - 10 years ago
i cannot understand why people would waste their money on something like this. $150 for a 6 gallon tank when you can probably get a 125 gallon for about the same price
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
They must have some great deals where you are. I know the point your trying to make although I think its a bit exaggerated. The point I'm making is that its a unique tank. Whether that's a good think or not is debatable. Not for you that's fine but this wasn't made for someone, who say would rather have a 125. Its a small artsy tank for a small with a unique shape.
Reid Smith
Reid Smith - 10 years ago
search craigslist enough and yes, you will find deals like that and when i say 150 im talking about just the tank. not drilled not filters no light and no stand
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
No not even close 150 for a 125 gallon? Its not my favorit tank but it is diffrent and all the reason most people need.
Nessie Blanes
Nessie Blanes - 10 years ago
awesome video!!!! i have the same tank and im loving it!!
Tacho Momendz
Tacho Momendz - 10 years ago
that the orange material is based??
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Yea I think that tank came in tree colors. White black and orange.
Jasjeet Sahota
Jasjeet Sahota - 10 years ago
Hi I was wondering whether the filter makes much noise if I were to put it in my bedroom
Dylan Wolf
Dylan Wolf - 10 years ago
I couldn't help but laugh when you threw the instructions at 1:00 :D
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I have only had to go back and find it once. :)
Rose Sakura
Rose Sakura - 10 years ago
I know this is an old video but do you know if the fluval tanks usually come with heaters?
Rose Sakura
Rose Sakura - 10 years ago
darn i thinking of buying one for my moms birthday
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Nope they don't normally.
Eckstrom Bryan
Eckstrom Bryan - 10 years ago
your videos are GREAT thanks so much !!!!! 
UK FISH KEEPER
UK FISH KEEPER - 10 years ago
That looks great, i love it, but not loving the little top space you have to put the plants in etc, doesn't it make it a little hard to clean ?
UK FISH KEEPER
UK FISH KEEPER - 10 years ago
That's good to hear you have been getting on good with it, it is very interesting how people find their tanks and the ups and downs they have with them,
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I really have no problems with the 12 gallon version. My friend who bought the 6 gallon in the video has been a bit frustrated with it. 
UK FISH KEEPER
UK FISH KEEPER - 10 years ago
I See, but it looks really cool though any way, so it is worth the effort :o)
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
It is a sort of "ship in the bottle" time when you go to clean these. no matter how you decorate. 
aquaticexpert3102
aquaticexpert3102 - 10 years ago
How is gas exchange supposed to happen? 
aquaticexpert3102
aquaticexpert3102 - 10 years ago
I'm surprised that they would design one like that. As aquarists, we know how important gas exchange is. Great job on the aquascaping by the way!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
At the waters surface. Because when filled properly most of the surface is touching glass and not air very little air is exchanged.
Stephenplaysmusic
Stephenplaysmusic - 10 years ago
where did you get your driftwood? i want to make a little bonsai looking tree for my small aquascape :D 
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I have gotten most of my wood from my local fish store.
Justin Hoai Le
Justin Hoai Le - 10 years ago
What gravel did you use first what's the company ?
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Eco Complete
mario rodri
mario rodri - 10 years ago
buen video
Alyssa Bachmeier
Alyssa Bachmeier - 10 years ago
so with planted tanks, do you still use a siphon or whatever to clean out your tanks, do you just take some water out and put it back in? That seems impossible to clean.. or possibly the plants keep the water clean?
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I do use a siphon to get the water out but I dont clean the gravel. Plants help keep the water and the tank in general very clean.
cyprus1309
cyprus1309 - 10 years ago
Thanks so much Buddy! you are so patient and explain everything just perfect! loved it Happy New year from the UK x
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Thanks!
adamcole111
adamcole111 - 10 years ago
Since danios are fast moving fish.. Is it common for then to jump out into the water stream and out into the filter?
adamcole111
adamcole111 - 10 years ago
thats weird! atleast think is covered. just got mine set up and started the cycling process on saturday, filled up water yesterday and just waiting until the slight cloudiness goes,
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
I havent had many of those but yes! All fish will jump now and then. I had some hatchet fish I would find several feet away from the tank. In the couch... yuck!
adamcole111
adamcole111 - 10 years ago
Does bog wood stain the water in this tank bad? How do you stop it? Does soaking it help?
adamcole111
adamcole111 - 10 years ago
ahhh thankyou very much!
pecktec
pecktec - 10 years ago
Most wood will stain the water for a period of time. Soaking it helps but it would have to soak for a long time. I just let it go it doesn't hurt anything. It can even be helpful for the fish. The piece of wood n this tank had already been in an aquarium for a long time and didn't stain much at all.
Swedish_Steel
Swedish_Steel - 11 years ago
Ok Thanks but are the pygme good at cleaning?
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
They aren't really a cleaner fish. Just bottom dwellers. Shrimp do a good job of cleaning though.
Swedish_Steel
Swedish_Steel - 11 years ago
Do you think a siames algee eater + flying fox+ 4 cardinal tetras+4 small shrimp+1 small catfish would fit in this tank and survive?
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
The SAE and F Fox are almost the same thing and will be way way to big for this tank. I dont know about the catfish unless your specific.Maybe some pygmy corys or a bristlenose catfish while its young but even it will slowly outgrow it. The rest are fine. 
M. Wright
M. Wright - 11 years ago
Thanks. Interesting vid. I just got one of these tanks and hope to set it up tomorrow.
M. Wright
M. Wright - 11 years ago
I took a look. Very informative. Thanks.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Great. I have a bunch of stuff on the 12 gallon also which is pretty similar.
adamcole111
adamcole111 - 11 years ago
how many fish would you say it good for this size tank or a 27litre tank? what fish would be ideal for them aswell? cheers!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Definitely depends on the fish you chose but a school of 6-7 danios or white clouds would be nice. Maybe some bebe puffers or one or two dwarf cichlids. 
Dublogic gr
Dublogic gr - 11 years ago
great job and thanks for doing the video
omar contreras
omar contreras - 11 years ago
Sorry but, you have not idea how to do aquascaping set up!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
+omar contreras no problem! I have a thick skin and I dont hold it against you. 
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Kasun Vithana - Its a simple substrate set up with Eco complete. This particular sub comes emersed in a liquid that contains beneficial bacteria and iron supplements for plants. look around 11:30 where i talk about it some. 
omar contreras
omar contreras - 11 years ago
Sorry about that
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
I'll agree that its not my best and it have to be completely revamped after the dynamics of the tank revealed themselves (See the rescue video). But I dont think it warranted the "You know nothing about aquascaping" comment. 
omar contreras
omar contreras - 11 years ago
I don't want to be mean, just he can do a better job with the beautiful tank.
Kas Vita
Kas Vita - 11 years ago
+pecktec I disagree I love it! I do have a question though, what did you do with with the substrate?
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Thanks for your input!
Ryley copeman
Ryley copeman - 11 years ago
"And we have instructions" throws away.

Haha gold!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Ha! thanks I actually crack myself up doing that. 
Jefferson
Jefferson - 11 years ago
dia of 6G ?
hermesbowser11
hermesbowser11 - 11 years ago
that looks hard to siphon. is it? im thinking of buying one but thats the one problem that i see
SiXftSiXTaLL
SiXftSiXTaLL - 11 years ago
Love the rubberband :P
Abdrakhimov
Abdrakhimov - 11 years ago
Крайне не удобная конструкция аквариума!
Harrison Gay
Harrison Gay - 11 years ago
How much was it
Al Leibman
Al Leibman - 11 years ago
Outstanding! Very creative design - thanks for stepping us through.
Thao Doan
Thao Doan - 11 years ago
hello. I wonder if its able for me to put the Fluval heater into the tank??
MMODoubter
MMODoubter - 11 years ago
The top doesn't come off? There's no way I would buy that.
bmoneybesteves
bmoneybesteves - 11 years ago
Nice!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
I can be, keep it away from windows for sure! Great for an office though where not natural light gets to it.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Its easy 20% a week.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
It can be but mostly because you don't ever want to skip a week of water changes. If things go bad they go bad pretty quick. But that being said all I ever do is scrape the glass trim plants back and change 20% of the water. so about 10 minutes a week.
AQUADESIGN by aquamaniac
AQUADESIGN by aquamaniac - 11 years ago
Nice video. Always liked the look of the fluval edge. Nice to finally see how it works. Greay simple aquascape too.
DJMRyan
DJMRyan - 11 years ago
How about a African Dwarf Frog? Can I put that in the tank?
John Newcomb
John Newcomb - 11 years ago
Very informative. My tank is due tomorrow, so I have a good idea of how to proceed
Celestial
Celestial - 11 years ago
Great job and video.
jacob bull
jacob bull - 11 years ago
it looks like a nightmare to keep clean, how difficult was it to keep clean
litelboyblu
litelboyblu - 11 years ago
ok thanks ^_^
Caleb Poulson
Caleb Poulson - 11 years ago
ok, i understand now, thanks!! :)
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
I think the glass on top could be confusing. And the water is turbulent at the opening because the filter is there. So bettas won't be happy trying to get to the surface.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
It's had some wicked algee growth. I'm not maintaining it ( it's a coworkers). I may have to film a make over.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
You can cut it anywere along the stem. Make sure you have a few leaves on both the cut pieces
Caleb Poulson
Caleb Poulson - 11 years ago
why?
lostdollbaby
lostdollbaby - 11 years ago
Oh Mr. Pecktec, he was doing his Blob impression (from Wolverine:Origins movie) p.s where's the update on this - I'm dyin to see how it's doing!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
No I said Bub. That my Wolverine impression. :)
MrMagic282
MrMagic282 - 11 years ago
did you call me blob?
litelboyblu
litelboyblu - 11 years ago
thanks btw how do you cut the anubias i see you cut it but the base (i dont know what its called) grows stems so were do i exactly cut the anubias so i can have more please reaply thanks
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
at the same time.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Actually no I wouldn't put a Betta in it or any other fish that takes air from the surface.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Thanks bub!
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Anubias nanna
litelboyblu
litelboyblu - 11 years ago
great video what kind of anubias please reply thanks !
MrMagic282
MrMagic282 - 11 years ago
nice step by step wolverine :)
takeyourpill
takeyourpill - 11 years ago
Awesome video. Is this a good tank for a betta? I have my betta in a 3.5 gallon tank and I'd love to get him into something bigger.This tank just looks too cool to pass up. Opinions? and thanks!
Adam Gladwin
Adam Gladwin - 11 years ago
if you add cold tap water do you add the chemical that said tap water thing to into the tank after you filled it up or put it into the water before you filled it[the jug or tub]
luizmakesvideos
luizmakesvideos - 11 years ago
this tank makes having a removable top very convenient lollol
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
No I wouldn't think so. Better to have a mesh top.
mariogaming7000
mariogaming7000 - 11 years ago
I was just wondering if this could be used to for terapins?
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
I read that in a book. In the wild they grow up rocks on waterfalls.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Thanks! It is nice and cycled and he is fish shopping now. He also swapped for the LED plugin lights.
pecktec
pecktec - 11 years ago
Right now 8 and working on 9. I also help with this one and another one at work which is the five gallon for the other edge video :).
xxxtremeskipping
xxxtremeskipping - 11 years ago
curious how many tanks you have? Great set up's and thanks for the reviews.
MelissaP
MelissaP - 11 years ago
Love it! I bet Spencer does too! Looking forward to the update and seeing the fish, etc. I am really enjoying my Edge but have learned I have to be part contortionist to do much of anything through that little hole. Thanks for another great video with good tips. I posted a brief and very amateur video of mine if you'd like to take a look.
foresaken797
foresaken797 - 11 years ago
i oddly found some of this Lace Java Fern at my local petsmart today while i was picking up some cat food and bird seed for my feeders. Was in the plastic tubes supplied by Top Fin. So i got 2 healthy plants of it. :)
rook
rook - 11 years ago
love it!
akalegs
akalegs - 11 years ago
Tank looks great.
foresaken797
foresaken797 - 11 years ago
pretty cool and i never have been told that fact about Java Fern before. No pet store or planted tank youtuber has ever mentioned that if you bury that part it will rot. Thank you for the knowledge.

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