Home Depot lighting

[ross]

I think i am going to get lights from home depot for my tank. My question is will the bulb that comes in it not be good. I mean will it grow algae like crazy or anything like that. I don't know of any replacement bulbs for a 72in light. Are there any or should i get 2 smaller lights.

 

[mastino mike]

Do you care what the light looks like? If not then go with the home depot lighting. I really dont like the look of standard floros. I had them on my first tank when I couldnt afford anything else. Hated them. If your on a budget go with them. I cant remember any bad algea growth except for that red slime stuff on the gravel occasionally but it wasnt too bad. Your talking about fish only, I hope.

 

[caribbean guy]

if you are going FO then you may be ok...... I stress the may, I do not know what spectrum those lights are but if your gonig reef..... in that case forget it. those lights won't do a thing for your coral. I may be wrong but someone else will chime in soon enough.

 

[jumpfrog]

The fixtures will be ok but spend the few extra dollars and get quality lamps. URI bulbs will give you the most bang for the buck.

 

[ross]

Thanks guys! Don't worry its just fowlr.