Aquarium - an acquisition that has a large number of advantages. This is nature therapy in a small capacity, and an air humidifier, and a stress reliever.
But the most important advantage of it is, of course, the ability to have the most unpretentious pets. Care for them is minimal - feed five times a week, add evaporated water, change a quarter of the aquarium of water per month. But before the aquarist can heal happily and without hassle, you need to work hard to arrange your own compact pond. The first question that needs to be addressed is what kind of aquarium to choose. And one of the answers will be the aquarium, which will occupy the corner of the room.
Features of the corner aquarium
Of course, it is interesting to consider photographs of aquariums located in spacious atriums, in the form of columns, partitions between rooms, as a bar counter. Alas, the realities of widespread housing conditions are such that you can only dream of placing such a design in them. However, if the desire to have a home aquarium is not abated, you can consider the angular option.
A great advantage of a corner aquarium is its compactness with respect to the interior of the house. On the one hand, the review is not bad - you can see the aquatic inhabitants in all its glory. On the other hand, the central place is not allocated to the aquarium, the bulky cabinet under it stands in the corner and does not steal space.
Types of aquariums
As the main one, one can single out a simple form of a panoramic aquarium in the form of a pentagon. On top of this shape resembles a diamond. This is an aquarium that is simple to execute: it is possible to glue it from plexiglass or glass even in semi-artisan enterprises. Bonding is done on silicone safe glue. Seams can be either black or transparent. This is a budget option, quite affordable. If the task is to fit the aquarium into a limited space at a given size and inexpensively, then it is better not to find a model.
Display glass can be curved in the form of a hemisphere, not have kinks. Under the order, such a shape of corner aquariums in Moscow may be made, but in district towns it is unlikely. Similar models can be ordered from large companies. It requires strong glass reinforced thickness. The seams in such a product are additionally strengthened, reinforced.
There are more exotic options. For example, the front glass can have a magnifying effect, creating a kind of 3D image.
Also, glass can have a more arbitrary shape, for example, waves, zigzags.
Accessories for the aquarium
In addition to buying an aquarium, you need to take care of the “dowry” to it. And it will take a lot. Be sure to provide quality lighting. For fish, light is not so important. They enjoy the dusk, they feel safe in it. But aquatic vegetation cannot exist in the dark. In this case, light is needed on each surface area. This is especially true for the angular type of aquariums, because it is easy to illuminate a rectangular area, but in the case of a triangle, areas with a greater proportion of shadow are inevitable. Arrange photophilous plants along the direction of the lamp, buy powerful lamps.
It is also necessary to provide a surface on which a triangular container will be located. It is more profitable to purchase a corner aquarium with a pedestal. This will save from the selection of suitable furniture. In addition, specialized cabinets can be adjusted in level, have shelves for equipment, cable channels. This will create a more aesthetic appearance of the entire structure.
As a rule, the rest of the equipment (aerators, filters, thermometers, heating elements) is not tied to a certain shape of the tank and is suitable for any aquarium models.
Disadvantages of this form
To summarize the counterarguments that may arise before buying a corner aquarium:
- Other things being equal, aquariums of this form are more expensive and have a smaller assortment in stores.
- As a rule, they require the purchase of an appropriate cabinet for installation.
- Simple and affordable aqua designs will not work. It is necessary to decorate in accordance with the far corner.
- In the event of a breakdown of the equipment built into the lid, repairs will also cost significantly more than for a classic form.
- As a herbalist, this space is inconvenient due to uneven lighting.
- In rectangular aquariums of a non-built type, the view of the inhabitants of the aquarium is better than in a corner.
How to choose a beginner aquarium
A common mistake a beginner has in aquariums is to start with volumes that are too small. In fact, a small volume of water will mean frequent changes, constant cleaning of the filter. In such a space, it is impossible to create a balanced ecosystem. Therefore, if the choice is stopped on a triangular jar, it is better to choose a corner aquarium for 200 liters or more. This will give scope both in terms of the use of large decor - stones, driftwood, and in the choice of aquatic inhabitants.
You should also not choose too high capacities (from 60 centimeters), the problem with lighting works here too - plants will not take root.
Examples of aqua design in corner space
Despite the complexities of this form, many inspiring examples can be found.
As a rule, the composition is formed around a large element - stone, driftwood, large coral, which occupies the far corner. After plants are planted around. The frontal area is not obscured, as this makes it difficult to see.
The photos of corner aquariums shown here can be taken as a basis and create your own unique water world.