HI all
For those of you with splendid memories, you may recall I have two similar Tetra 60L tanks with a mix of stock including:
I am aware that they may appear a little overstocked but they are healthy, my readings are good and I do a 30% water change weekly. There is also a medium number of plants.
My question is this - both tanks bought new are fitted with a T8 15W White lighting tube. I am happy with the effect. One tube is now faulty. B&Q do the very same spec - any reason why I shouldnt get my new tube there? I dont mind paying extra when needed but the difference in price appears to be £8 versus £4 in favour of B&Q!
Discuss !
SjH
you will find the spectrum of light differs.
the b and q bulb will not have the correct spectrum of light for the plants.
As dreamer said - you need to check the spectrum - bet they are not the same (unforunately)!
1xTrigon 1903 Clown Loaches,14 Cardinal Tetras,8 Rummynose Tetras,6 Cory Trileneatus,6 Hatchetfish,4 otocinclus,1 SAE,1 Bristlenose,, 10 amano Shrimp
Anubius Barteri,Crinum thianum,Limnophilia sessiflora, Echinodorus Blehri, nymphaea lotus, Ammania Senegelis, Crinum calimustratum, java moss, 1xRekord 60Empty at Present
12 litre tank - 4 japonica shrimp, 4 Red crystal shrimp, 5 High Spot Rasbora
Anubias Barteri, Glossostigma Elatanoides, Ammania Senegalisis, Limnophilia Sessiflora, Bacopa amplexicaulis
I would generally say stick to aquarium tubes for fish and plants but if it's fish only then it might be ok as it's just visual. If you have live plants then go for proper aquarium tubes.
the b&q tube will make the tank look very yellow, even if you go for a very "white" light. :)
Thank You all for your interest
I hve to admit that after posting the Q I decided I was a cheapskate and should do the right thing ( !!) and go and see my LFS this morning.
Two reasons, I dont like B&Q and I do like my LFS so only right he gets my biz.
Third reason is also as you all highlight.
Best Wishes and Thankx all.