Stephen Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 So, yesterday my family and I moved from south Austin to a more central location off 290/183 and 35. Works out nicely because I'm only 5 min from work and much closer to all the other LFS/ARC members .. My question is about the placement of my tank in our new place. Will having the tank next to a window create any problems? The tank won't be receiving any direct sunlight, just indirect. I remember hearing that this may create algae problems, but I have also heard of people using natural sunlight to light their tanks. Anyone have an opinion on either? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juiceman Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 I hove no issues with mine getting indirect light. I had mine right in front of a window in my apartment and I used to leave the blinds open sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timfish Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 Inderect should not be a problem. How much algae you get on the glass is going to depend on the duration and intensity. The issues with direct sunlight is with small tanks it "might" contibute to heat problems and it "might" be to too intense a light source for some corals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadodge Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 u can put a 90% screen on the window and it will be fine.(heat and algae) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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