Reddit mentions of NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, Size 12 to 18 Inch, 6 Watts

2.5 gallons is still extremely small. If you are upgrading and have the space for even just a 5 gallon tank it is a much more suitable home. They generally run $15.00 at petco/petsmart.

• These are awesome filters: https://www.amazon.com/AquaClear-20-Power-Filter-Listed/dp/B000260FVG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498235620&sr=8-1&keywords=aquaclear+20
  
  
• Best water conditioner: https://www.amazon.com/Seachem-116043304-Prime-500ml/dp/B00025694O/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1498235797&sr=1-1&keywords=Seachem+prime
  
  
• Necessary water test kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000255NCI/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=IZWVRI2ADCABX&colid=2OR4WONVE1MHE
  
  
• Great, cheap heater: https://www.amazon.com/Aquatop-Aquarium-Submersible-Heater-50-Watt/dp/B006MLVLDQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498235699&sr=8-1&keywords=aquatop+50w
  
  
• If you plant to grow live plants save yourself a headache and get some nutrient-rich substrate. There are TONS of options but Eco-complete has always been great to me: https://www.amazon.com/CaribSea-Eco-Complete-20-Pound-Planted-Aquarium/dp/B0002DH0QM/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1498235841&sr=1-1&keywords=eco+complete
  
  
• My favorite, most versatile Betta food I have come across. Everyone of my fish love it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PBB5TK/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=IYMFP8URWTBG6&colid=2OR4WONVE1MHE
  
  
• A cheap, effective light: https://www.amazon.com/NICREW-Aquarium-Light-Extendable-Brackets/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498235905&sr=8-3&keywords=aquarium+led+light
  
  I understand space constraints, but the larger the tank the easier the body of water is to maintain. A 2.5 gallon means very frequent water changes and prone to instability. It also means such a small tank that filter output flows are going to be really hard to control, and very few items are going to fit in or on it. If 5 gallons or 10 gallons will fit in your living space, their footprint isn't much larger and they are easier to maintain and more versatile!
  
  Also, since you don't have your fish yet and aren't forced to perform a fish-in cycle, save your fish and yourself some stress and take your time and work your way through a fishless cycle: http://www.kevinbush.com/cycling/the-fishless-cycle/

Sure! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0191EWII2

For substrate - sand + root tabs is easy and cheap.

Lights - cheapo LED I have in my 5.5.

Plants - anubias (make sure rhizomes are exposed when planting, can also be tied to stuff), java ferns (do not plant, tie to decorations), java moss, moss balls, anacharis. For floating plants I'd recommend frogbit, you can usually get some for cheap on r/aquaswap.

Filter - any old air powered sponge filter. But why are you wanting to change the current filter? If you run them both for ~3 weeks the new filter should be sufficiently cycled.

You won't crash your cycle unless you allow the current filter media to dry out. The bacteria can survive ~24hrs without food.

try this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_Q4SFzbGZVASP7
i just ordered the larger size for my new 20 long and its great. much more affordable too

^ This is correct.

Also, re: lights -

This little NiCrew light is only $18.99 and does wonders for lighting. It's sturdy, adjustable, super bright, has two modes (white and blue LEDs) and our plants grow like crazy under it.

We have two of them -- one on our 20G Long and one on one of our 10Gs, and we wouldn't trade them for the world.

Best advice is to take your time and buy what will make you happy. You'll only spend more money in the long run if you compromise now. Luckily, not everything needs bought at once. Tank, filter, and heater are necessary purchases now. Lighting and decor can be figured out more slowly.

I can recommend what I'd get in your position.

If you're going to buy a kit, this is a good one. Personally, I like this heater, but they do sell a cheaper version. So, about $100 for the tank, heater, filter, and light.

If you want to buy the parts separately, you can get a 10 gallon tank for $10-$15 or cheaper checking craigslist. You'll also need some kind of lid to cover the tank. You can buy glass ones or some people get a piece of glass or acrylic cut to cover it. Tank + lid: $25-$30

Aquaclears are my favorite filters for my tanks, but you could use a sponge filter. You'd need an air pump for the sponge one. So, $20-$25 for a filter.

Real plants are nice, but not necessary. You can do fine with fake ones, just make sure the edges aren't sharp. If you do want plants, the Spec V light should be plenty for low light plants. If you want to buy the light separately, this or this would be fine. I've had a Nicrew one on my larger tank before and it's enough for low light plants.

Or you could just get a clamp on lamp from the store and a daylight bulb. That whole set up would be about $10.

Until you get a new set up, I would recommend water changes at least once a day, if not more. I would also strongly recommend buying a water testing kit.

NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ByE8AbA5JE4AM

Depends on what shrimp you want to keep, some of them require specific setup, like soft water Caridina (crystal shrimp and bees) and hard water Caridina (Sulawesi shrimp). "Base" will be very different for each of them. The rest of questions can be answered only after you decide on what kind of shrimp to keep.

Here are some of their photos and requirements. More on ShrimpFever website, or of any other supplier.

Next, make sure that you water is suitable for chosen kind of shrimp. Test or do online search for name of your city and water analysis. Or maybe you are already prepared to make optimal for them artificial RO based water.

Minimal tank setup: tank (not kit), filter (sponge is good), heater only if your room is cold in the winter, thermometer, light for plants, plants, a lot of hiding places for molted shrimp and babies (could be clumps of plants, wood, shrimp shelters). Substrate is species specific.

Sponge filter: T-shaped is my preferred kind. It should be connected to air pump by airline tubing, with check valve and double air valve to regulate intensity of air flow. Do amazon search for each of them, you will see how they look like. If power filter (=HOB), intake protector will be necessary for small shrimp and babies, sponge or stainless steel cylinder, pantyhose should work too.

If you will need heater, preset to 78F heater could be used only for neocaridina (cherries) and ghosts, but not for cold water caridina. Adjustable heaters could not keep temperature low enough, then external temperature controller (like Inkbird) could be needed. 50W should be enough.

Plants are up to you, this is very personal. I prefer the easiest way, low light low tech plated tanks mostly moss based (Christmas moss, weeping moss, spiky moss, fontinalis, Marimo moss ball, round pellia (actually liverwort, subwassertag or susswassertang), mini pellia. Do image search for moss tank to see moss trees, walls, hills, logs. Rootless plants do not require substrate at all.

Light is kind of plants specific, there are low light setups, fast and easy, and high light setups with fertilization schedule and CO2 dosing. Planted Tank subreddit can say what light fixture would be good for your tank and plants, if your price range. I'm using Nicrew and for other tanks, desktop lamps with daylight CFL. You will need tank cover (lid) for this kind of lights and to reduce evaporation. $5 timer is good enough, but you can ask for a better solution at Planted Tank.

Reliable online stores for livestock: you should name the country. ShrimpFever should be of no help if you are not in Canada.

Food sources for shrimp: depends on the kind of shrimp.

• Dwarf shrimp (cherry, crystals) will graze on the biofilm on the driftwood, glass, sponge filter, plants, with additional feeding by blanched or weighed raw vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, baby carrots, broccoli and so on, preferably low in sugar and holding shape well), leaf litter (do search for this and shrimp), and commercial food (you can see examples on ShrimpFever and find the same in your country). Mineral supplement helps with molting and color. Using feeding dish (like small Petri dish) helps to control pollution, this is even better. More about feeding them is in Shrimp Tank search.
  
  
• Ghost shrimp: anything you give them, especially live black worms, or frozen worms, will be appreciated. Variety and what doesn't pollute tank much.
  
  
• Amano and fan shrimp, no experience.
  
  Maintenance tools: if you will have substrate, gravel cleaner, sized to your tank, bucket, glass scraper.
  
  Tests: API GH/KH test kit; ammonia, nitrite, nitrate for cycling tank; pH just in case, TDS meter is helpful.
  
  Good to have: a piece of clear acrylic tubing for picking up uneaten food, this shrimp net. Scissors are up to you, I'm pulling apart my mosses by hands.

I tested the 28-36" NICREW ClassicLED at 50 PAR on a 20g long (through the standard Aqueon lid). The 30-36" is probably slightly higher:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/

If you want more PAR than you know what to do with and those differently colored LEDs for plants, I tested their Plus model at 149 PAR on my 20g long (through the standard Aqueon lid). I would suggest a dimmer with that one even though you are injecting CO2:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F7391M2/

I have this NICREW light on my 5.5 gallon and it's lovely, it's adjustable and has day (white + blue LED) and night (blue LED only) settings. For the price I think it's a great bargain especially if you don't have high light requirements for your plants.

The tank is very deep so I replaced the light that came with the tank with this it grows plants okay but I wish now I had bought an even brighter light, something like a round floodlight would work well for this tank. Also I glued a piece of foam over the filter intake slots to prevent shrimp from being sucked in, it seems to work fine and does not affect the filter flow rate. Cleaning algae off the curved corners can be a chore but otherwise it's a great little tank.

I had a Nicrew 12-18 inch LED light on my 5 gallon for a while and it worked splendidly. Nothing spectacular, but it grew my Swords and Java Ferns. Great for low light, not so much for carpeting. Also it's cheap. But I don't know how much that matters to you.

You can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_HiqIDbZ9F02HN

I've recently upgraded the tank to 10G and am now using a Finnex stingray on it. I have to say that it is one of the best lights I've ever used. It's just the right amount of light and is great for low maintenance/low light plants and high maintenance/high light plants, so it's good all around. I'm not sure if they have a model suitable for a 5 gallon but it may be worth checking out. It's a bit more expensive but worth the price IMO.

You can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NAFQ6FK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Hope this helps a bit OP

99% sure it was this one: Nicrew LED Aquarium Hood Lighting Fish Tank Light for Freshwater and Saltwater, Blue and White Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YFiCxb3YJHNTV (on mobile, sorry)

You could try a nano hob filter like this on each end https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HV2ZKEU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I would love it if I had the space. If it were mine (I'd add plants and let it mature for a while after the cycle):
--2 of the above filters, and a sponge filter or two like the Aquatop Caf 10 and just get a Tetra whisper 10 pump and use a splitter for the 2 sponges)
--Black sand substrate
--6 Corydoras habrosus (DWARF salt and pepper Cory) verrrry low bioload/won't add much
--6 Borarras brigittae (Chili rasbora) also verrry low bioload which is why you can do the 12 fish/combined they'll maybe equal the bioload of 6
--LATER you could also add some Red Cherry Shrimp if you have a lot of low plants/moss for cover. They won't add to the bioload really. Or if you don't want Cherries, you could add a couple Amano.
--Sagittaria subulata (only grows about 8 inches or so/perfect height!)
--I use these on 2 of my 2.5 gallons and those tanks are 8 inches high https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0191EWII2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have two of these

You basically just don't wanna provide so much light that it contributes to much to algae growth or a lighting set up that puts out a lot of heat and causes temperature swings.

NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VigeBb3N75SQV

I use this for some fish, a red algae plant and a star Polyp. Blue light mode is nice in the evening if you wanna look at your tank but not have lights going full blast. Also LED so low energy cost.

OK, Im just going to list a bunch of stuff I've purchased through this process. Nothing is in any particular order.

Almond leaves (for tannin) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LKTX4VC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Moss - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035Q65TQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cholla Wood - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H4FUMHY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Dried red Shrimp (Protein and Chitin) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0027JCRVW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Instant Ocean (1/3cup per Gallon) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000255NKA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Ultrasonic Mister/Fogger (for DIY Fogger) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PAK21WU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Digital Temp Humidity Controller - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I6BZ2IO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

LED White/Blue Light - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0191EWII2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

UTH (You may need to get a different size and this isn't the most recommended, but it works for me currently) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TR4HLEI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (This one has adhesive on the back of it, so you just stick it on like a sticker.)

Cork Bark Board - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019J1VPY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Water Conditioner - https://www.amazon.com/Seachem-116043304-Prime-500ml/dp/B00025694O

If you have any questions, please feel free. To mitigate confusion I felt just listing this as a reference first is the best approach. If you are looking for a new tank so that you can get friends, i would suggest 30 or more gallons and work towards that instead of investing into the current tank which would get changed.

Personally with the 5 i have i clearly see they need much more room than the 15 gallon they have now. I am in the process of acquiring an 85-120 gallon tank for permanency. These guys can live 20+ years with the proper care and environment. but not everyone has that freedom. 30 is a totally doable size for 3 crabs. they can grow to jumbos and be fine in there, but im sure if they reach that stage you'll be looking for another tank. Jumbos need at least 12" of substrate for molting.

This one? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7I1lzbDRETJ8A

If yeah, what size?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_82WyKjnWP6HSc. I got this one and works awesome on my tanks 1 fresh 1 salt and is extremely cheap

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NICREW LED Aquarium Light, Fish... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0191EWII2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

My money's on this light from Amazon, as /u/Gredival said, it's sold under many different names, chinese.manufactured LED. The nicrew on Amazon has loads of good reviews tho and at a price that's not too painful at all.

NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AiKZAbAGYQ19B

This one: NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/

Nicrews are pretty good for the money. I've got one on a 20 long that grows high light plants. Sponge filters are also pretty good.

I don't know about filters. I've got a DIY canister on my 20, but it cost about as much to make as the cheapest store bought model and one of those might be a bit much for a 5 gallon. Plus you need to put the pump somewhere. If you want to look into DIY filters, here is the instructions on the canister I have. That guy has a ton of DIY filter tutorials too. Something like this would probably be better for a smaller tank.

No problem! If you're interested in a planted tank, this light is really affordable , fits well on a 12" cube, and has been growing my (easy mode) plants well. (Link is to Amazon Canada)

NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x2euDbDRFK25S

Heres the light im using and its on sale, so this is a good idea if you ask me!

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This https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0191EWII2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503604685&sr=8-3&keywords=aquarium+light and this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071R1W582/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1503604685&sr=8-6&keywords=aquarium+light

I also have this one but it is a bit small for my 10 gallon, which means of course I need to get a five gallon to go with, and another fish, because it is the right thing to do. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0191EWII2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0191EWII2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541873892&sr=8-3&keywords=fish%2Btank%2Blights&dpPl=1&dpID=41Gx1C9mNLL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

I have never once seen him use the hammock or go into the cave. This is the light that I just purchased.

I actually just purchased this

I hope this is better!

Here is the mobile version of your link

I bought this light for a 10 gallon. It was a great price and provides great light.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0191EWII2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511737052&sr=8-3&keywords=aquarium+light

Your best bet for a 10 gallon tank is going to be petco. They are $10 right now.

As for plants, This subreddit is the best for it. Lots of people sell starter packages regularly.

For a light, I would go with a Nicrew light from Amazon. The 10 gallon sized one would be about $15-20. Its a great light for the price.

For a heater I would stick with names brands. I personally only use Eheim heaters. They are very well made and not too expensive. For a 10 gallon you will only need a 50-100 watt one.

For filtration you can use a Hang on back filter or a sponge filter. My personal favorite for a smaller tank is a hang on back with a sponge on the intake. Also if you get a HOB filter ditch the filter media it comes with and just stuff a sponge and some filter floss in there. You can get a bag of pure polyester stuffing in the fabrics section of walmart for $4. It works amazing for filtering out particles. The sponge is good for holding bacteria because you will need to replace the wadd of filter floss(polyester) every month or so at least(one bag will last you at least 2 years at this rate).

Here is the nicrew light I mentioned. Its a great light.

https://smile.amazon.com//dp/B0191EWII2

You’re better off buying a new light. This is the light I use on my 10g tank and it has no problems growing plants - NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b6BbBbP8R6C5H

I think I’m going with this UNS 4.6 gallon and this light

Tried to find that light, but maybe because it's not on the Canadian website. I did however find one similar that's led, it seems like most lights wouldn't be compatible with mine. Do most people have a clear top?

Edit: Maybe a Fluorescent Hood would be the better buy? Thanks for information


https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_y.VVzb13P5P84

This is a pretty good light, it's not too expensive and should be great for low light plants.

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I had 2 of those on a 6 gallon and the spread is not great.
Skip that one and get this. Same brand,better light.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0191EWII2

How about this one? It's far cheaper.

Kelvin: approx.7500K

Lumen: approx.380lm

Is this considered low light?

light link

I think it's a good deal for under $20

https://www.amazon.com/NICREW-ClassicLED-Aquarium-Extendable-Brackets/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=asc_df_B0191EWII2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167149786275&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10674630575141009556&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011796&hvtargid=aud-466360936450:pla-313113204696&psc=1 check this one out

10gallon, sand over soil substrate, planted with crypts and swords. Running this Nicrew light, which might be my problem, though I had the same algae when I was running a fluorescent before. It's only on for 3 hours and I can't keep this green algae down -- it's on everything the day after I suck it all up! I can't peel it off - it falls apart easily, not hairy. I stopped adding ferts weeks ago hoping it would hinder it.

I highly would recommend the substrate. It harbors so much of the beneficial bacteria that it’s even recommended if you wanna change it out in the future you do very little at a time due to you crashing your cycle! Also if you plan having plants the roots grab on to the pebbles or sand or whatever you choose.

As a beginner with plants I would say start with anacharis. They are cheap and all they need is an additional light. This is the one I got for them and it’s more than enough! Give them time because when you buy them ($3 at petco) and out them in your tank they try to acclimate and look they are dead but aren’t really. This is the light And these are the anacharis it doesn’t need anything additional such as CO2 or blah as others do. Also moss balls are nice to have to entertain your betta. They like laying on them and are good little filter plants

https://www.amazon.com/NICREW-ClassicLED-Aquarium-Extendable-Brackets/dp/B0191EWII2?keywords=nicrew&qid=1538133693&sr=8-1&ref=mp_s_a_1_1

Good lights

This is what have on my 10 gallon and would recommend for low tech https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iUPZAb39MW6BX

A separate glass lid and LED light strip will to the trick. There's a bunch of different options and price points for LEDs, so look around to find one that suits your needs.

NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, White and Blue LEDs, 6W https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_73TWAb971ET0M

What type of plants do you have/how many?

Two anubias nana, one anubias congensis, one banana plant, some java fern that I hate, two moss balls. I also ordered salvinia minima yesterday and will have it by probably Wednesday.

What type of light do you have?(need to know specs especially watts and kelvin)

I have this one. It is 6 watts.

What size tank is it?

It is 5.5 gallons.

Do you use fert?

I use one teaspoon of Aqueon Plant Food every other week and an Aqueon root tab every month.

Do you use CO2 or excel?

No.

How many fish do you have?

One betta. Two horned nerite snails.

What type of substrate do you have?

I have just some standard rocks.

What are your tank parameters?(I need to know everything ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, alkalinity, general hardness, ph)

Ammonia: 0, nitrite 0, nitrate 15, 150 hardness, pH is a solid 7, alkalinity is in the moderate range but I can't remember the exact number off the top of my head.

As of right now this is what is in mindLight . I was thinking maybe buying a external timer that plugs in to the wall. I’d also need to purchase a hood that’s see through. Any suggestions for any of the 3. Light, external timer, see through hood

I’m not an expert by any means but I would shoot for a higher wattage. I have had a 10g terrarium with mosses that have done well for a few months though. The light you have is 1.5 watts which might not be enough for mosses, I found this one for a similar price that’s a bit more powerful (https://www.amazon.com/NICREW-ClassicLED-Aquarium-Extendable-Brackets/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=16+inch+aquarium+light&qid=1565136350&s=gateway&sprefix=16+inch+aqu&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1)

It's a nicrew led light.
This one: https://www.amazon.com/NICREW-ClassicLED-Aquarium-Extendable-Brackets/dp/B0191EWII2
The soil is just ordinary tropica aquasoil.
The white ''strip'' you see, is actually remnants of sand, which I switched out for coloured gravel. No unnatural barriers.

Currently full of low tech plants:

Lots of Java Ferns

Anubias Petit

Staurogyne Repens

Crypts

Bacopa

Jungle Vals

I have the HOB Filter on the side so the entire tank gets good flow and have this light in the center.

Dose with ferts and have some homemade root tabs. Occasionally use Flourish Excel.

Any glaring issues I'm not seeing?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191EWII2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_V5VHAbM0ZE8R3