How To Choose The Perfect Aquarium Lighting For Your Planted Aquarium?

This informative video delves deep into aquarium lighting topics to help you choose your aquatic setup using Green Aqua's current light offerings. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hobbyist, we cover everything from traditional T5 and T8 lights to the latest LED technology for your planted aquarium. Learn about light temperature, wattage, and calculating the ideal lighting for your tank. Discover the different types of aquarium lights and their pros and cons, including adjustable, pendant, and high-end RGB lights. We also provide insights into color rendering, light duration, and when to have your lights on. Make the most of your aquascaping journey with the perfect aquarium lighting!

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OUR PREVIOUS LIGHTING GUIDE VIDEO

JOSH SIM'S PLANTED TANK AT GREEN AQUA

0:00 INTRODUCTION
1:51 EVOLUTION OF AQUARIUM LIGHTING
2:50 BASIC RULES OF LIGHTING FOR US
3:44 FIXTURES OF AQUARIUM LIGHTS
5:33 IMPRESSION OF COLORS FOR THE DIFFERENT LIGHTS
8:03 LIFE SPAN OF AN LED LIGHT
9:47 DIY LIGHTS
12:38 ENTRY-LEVEL LIGHTS
15:26 LIGHTS FOR DENSE PLANTING
17:20 TWINSTAR LIGHT TYPES
17:58 LIGHTS FOR ADVANCED SCAPERS
20:57 THE EXTREME AQUARIUM LIGHTS
22:05 LIGHTING REGIME AT GREEN AQUA
24:00 OUTRO

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[klebberbrazilian.theprofessor]

I hope one day I could visit Green Aqua and personally thanks Balázs, Tamás, Viktor, Atilla and all the Green Aqua staff for the positive impact this channel (and aquascaping) has been making in my life since 2020.
Cheers from this brazillian supporter of yours (Professor Klebber).

[luiswicho]

The best explanation I've ever heard. Thanks a lot for this. Now, I know which level is my lights. I have a Twinstar C II Line and ONF Flat Nano. Those are entry level lights, but I'm very happy and plants grow well. Cheers pal. Looking forward to the next episode.

[arulbraps]

You guys have a great sense of humor. I like it. but not without me 😆

[setyahartade]

i contracted covid now im stuck at home. so more time to take care of my tank, daily. and your videos has been such a great help.

[i.bilen]

Çok açıklayıcı ve gercekten çok değerli bilgi dolu bir sunum olmuş bunun için çok teşekkür ederim.
Ve ayrıca altyazı seçeneğine tüm dilleri ekleme inceliğinde bulunduğunuz içinde çok teşekkür ederim 👏👍

[marypaigeflynn]

Tommy the magician🤣💡
Lighting is always an interesting subject! Right now, I'm using very budget and cost-effective lighting. They work okay on my low tech simple planted tanks!!
I'm striving for a high-tech "Green Aqua" tank someday😁 and the ability to grow some more specialized and carpeting plants!!👍💚 Great points to consider!! Thank you for explaining lumens and LEDs. The ones I use right now, I get off of Amazon they run 1700 lumens and 6500 Kelvin they do have adjustable red, blue and white lights. But they're very cheap and I know they're not going to last long!!
Thanks for taking the time to explain all the individual lights and their features and who manufactures them!! The ADA and Twin Star lights are some I've been considering 👍
Great video and great information Tommy!! Thank you again for sharing with us!! I hope you guys have a very blessed and beautiful day! 👍🌿🐟🌿💚

[jdcaquaria]

A few weeks ago I bought two twinstar B line 30 lights for my Fluval 57L aquarium. I didn't want to spend a huge amount of money as it is my first scape, but I knew the light I was using before wasn't really good. Good soil, good fertilizer, good flow and CO2 on a good level but still not really good growth. But now after a few weeks of new lightning the aquarium exploded with growth and the plants pairl like crazy. 1 light wasn't enough but a pair of them does it really well and is still cheap compared to other lights.

[priyankardas]

I was just looking to buy new lights for upgrading. This video dropped at the right time! Many thanks

[Chelovek_]

Здравствуйте. Только сейчас посмотрел это видео. Спасибо Вам большое за то что Вы делитесь своим опытом!!! Это действительно очень круто!!! Удачи Вам 👍👍👍

[carlobena]

Just want to say that this is really a helpful video especially for people like me who thinks "as long as its bright, it should be fine". It gives good insights on how to choose a light without going really microscopic on the topic.

I dont get why other people cry in the comments because a certain topic about the lights are not discussed elaborately knowing that there are a lot of details and intricacies to this. A good recommendation for a more specific topic for a future video is good, but some of the comments here are plain rude. I mean dont expect that all questions about aquarium lights can be answered in one video. Thats not possible.

Keep it up Green Aqua!

[carolscab]

Such a nice video. And what beautiful tanks. I had my first aquaria about 30 years ago and had paused this activity for the last 10 years. It's mind-blowing how these things have been evolving! I understand that this is basic info, but very useful for an old man like me. Thanks!

[vokunmaarwolfe]

This was such a great help, i have my first tank and the pet store upsold me the Chihiros A series over the Aqua One version and this video has made me fully comfortable with spending that little extra money.

[OtonildoLima]

a class on lighting, it's a lot to learn in a few minutes, more than a huge asset

[jamesbrydon]

Another excellent tutorial as always very enjoyable and always raise a smile well done Dan & the Green Aqua team 👍

[Sinserg]

The aquarium lighting systems have evolved a lot, most of the lights that you presented are unfortunately not available in my country, BUT a couple of the really high end are available for import but then they get quite pricy.
And as always great information thank you! 😃

[Trevorfoggia]

Great topic Tommy, to a new comer to this hobby I found it most useful so a big thank you.
Greetings from Cumbria in the U.K.
stay safe and well everyone.

[aquaplayerchanelkenhnguoic]

A really helpful guide. Thank you Tommy, thank you so much Green Aqua!

[exotic]

This videos really useful for the beginner, thx alot for always making a good videos .

[agapertone]

Many thanks. This video Is perfect. Extremely clear and indispensable to choose my perfect lighting. Many many thanks

[IamGna]

yesterday I was watching an old video of yours about lighting...
you guys are AMAZING, cheers💕