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Originally Posted by Dirty_Pond
Dmaaaaaax,
So how come you arre using two filters?
Second is the 400w Hydro heater an undergravel heater?
Another question: Is the sudstrate only the flourite gravel (and how deep). It looks like there is just plain type of gravel. The color looks different then all the flourite gravel i have seen.
Sorry if the questions seem basic. I have decided to use your aquarium as the model for my aquarium.  and lot of this is new to me. I am just getting overwhelmed by all the stuff out there.
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I use 2 filters for better circulation and cleaning. Even though each one is "rated" for my size tank or larger, the fact is that you actually want a certain amount of flow per gallon in a planted tank (7-10 x your tank in gallons). Mine is 75 x 7 = 525gph minimum and keep in mind that most filters are rated higher than they actually run once media is added to them. On top of this I have a UV sterilizer that moves some water and a mini koralia pump for more water flow.
My heater is not in the gravel It is in the middle of my tank on the back glass. My substrate consists of Flourite and Flourite black, no gravel. It goes from about 3" to 6" towards the back corner. Good luck with your tank and I would love to see pictures as you go.