Need help figuring out what you need to start your new aquarium? We can help! These shopping lists will help you make sure you have the equipment and accessories you need to get started. Please keep in mind...every setup is different and these are general guidelines only. If you have any questions or need help figuring out which options are best for you, our aquarium experts are always just a phone call or email away!

Freshwater

______ Tank
______ Stand
______ Heater
______ Thermometer
______ Substrate (Gravel)
______ Canopy/Hood
______ Suitable Lighting
______ Filtration
______ Extra Filter Cartridge
______ Bacteria
______ Water Conditioner
______ Water Testing Kit
______ Fish Food
______ Gravel Vac/Siphon
______ Net

Optional Items:

______ Background

______ Rocks to Aquascape

______ Ornaments

______ Air Pump

______ Bucket

______ Algae Mag/Scrubber

Saltwater

______ Tank
______ Stand
______ Heater
______ Thermometer
______ Substrate or Live San
______ Canopy/Hood
______ Suitable Lighting
______ Filtration/Sump
______ Return Pump
______ Overflow Box if needed
______ Circulation Pump(s)
______ Plumbing (see associate)
______ Bacteria
______ Supplements
______ RO/DI Water Source
______ Water Testing Kits
______ Fish Food
______ Gravel Vac/Siphon
______ Net
______ Reef Salt
______ Hydrometer or Refractometer
______ Live Rock

Optional Items:
______ Background
______ Skimmer
_______ Bucket

______ Algae Mag/Scrubber