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When
choosing between acrylic or glass aquariums, there are many attractive and
practical advantages, which make acrylic a wise choice.
Colors
are displayed more vividly and true in acrylic aquariums. This is because acrylic is clearer than
glass, allowing up to 92% of light to pass through. Acrylic aquariums photograph much better than glass, as
well.
Because
acrylic is a more flexible material than glass, there is a wider variety of
shapes available - from bow-front to bubble-shaped. Such shapes provide seamless panoramic views, and more
versatile viewing angles. There
are sizes and shapes to complement any decor or environment, making it more
practical to display an aquarium almost anywhere. Not just in the basement or den, but in the formal dining
room and luxurious living room, for guests to enjoy. In the romantic master bedroom or tiny dorm room. In the workplace or home office, to
boost creativity and relieve stress.
In the waiting room, to ease impatient customers, bored children, and
anxious patients. At the spa or
salon, for increased serenity.
Aside
from the design aspect, there are other practical and important
advantages. Because they are
molecularly bonded (melted together), acrylic aquariums are up to 17 times
stronger than silicone-glued glass tanks.
The combination of strength and flexibility, makes acrylic tanks better
able to withstand bumps and gouges, and less likely to break or leak. This makes acrylic a safer choice in
high traffic areas, small spaces, and around children. If the tank does get a few scratches,
they can be easily buffed out, unlike glass.
The
durability of acrylic tanks not only minimizes the risk of serious damage to
the aquarium itself, but helps prevent water damage to floors, property, and
more importantly, physical injury to people and pets.
In
addition to being stronger and more flexible than glass, acrylic aquariums are
up to 48% lighter! This makes it
much easier to move, whether simply rearranging your space, or transporting it
miles away.
Although
acrylic is structurally stronger and more durable than glass, to avoid
scratching it during cleaning, do not use gritty cloths, scouring pads,
household cleaners, or abrasive products.
Instead, use products designed specifically for acrylic surfaces - an
acrylic polish for the exterior, and for the interior, invest in an
acrylic-safe Mag Float, to scrub away algae without having to put your hands in
the water.
An
acrylic aquarium may cost more initially, but the many advantages of acrylic,
make it an investment you won't regret. For more information on aquariums visit www.ocreef.com
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