26 - 15/11/2025, 10:00

Unexpected

A large aquarium layout featuring Unexpected, 354 L (93.5 gal.), Dutch style, by Michael Miller. None set the depth lines of the frame.

The hardscape with None sets the rhythm; planting should support those lines without burying them. About 12 plant species are listed — fine for a multi-layer look, but keep a care log so slower species are not shaded out. Black Diamond Blasting sand substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.

2x Netlea AT6 Pro lighting sits at a moderate-to-high technical level for this large aquarium. CO₂ (50ppm Via 2xYugang reactors running in parallel) — see our CO₂ systems if you want to clone a similar setup. Sump
180 Micron Socks filled with Polyfill
Lava rock and Bio Balls filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters.

Use the specs table as a shopping checklist for equivalent gear — then explore Dutch style.

Setup specifications

FiltrationSump 180 Micron Socks filled with Polyfill Lava rock and Bio Balls
CO250ppm Via 2xYugang reactors running in parallel
Lighting2x Netlea AT6 Pro
SubstrateBlack Diamond Blasting sand
HardscapeNone
BackgroundBlack Acrylic
StyleDutch
Dimensions119x58x50 cm
Volume354 L (93.5 gal.)
Plant Species12
Fish Species4

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