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Federation of Small Business

Federation of Small Business for a better service for our customers.

All our complete systems are guaranteed for two years under our product insurance with AXA Insurance PLC.

This covers the Aquarium/Cabinet and sump manufactured by the company.

All equipment supplied as part of the system including skimmers/heaters/pumps and lighting are covered under the terms and condition of the manufacturers warranty and guarantee.

At the final testing of the installation the customer will receive a certificate of completion and a hand over document that the system is operational. The cover will commence from that point.

How to order.

Send us the quotation form with your details. We will respond with a formal quotation. If you accept, confirm in writing. this will be our contract with you to supply the goods specified in the quotation.

How to Pay.

Credit card

Paypal

Bank transfer to our account.

Cash

We no longer accept cheques.

Additional Options

Talk to June our experience Technical operator. We can answer your questions. Confused about information you've been given,As committed hobbyist we are here to offer advise on any subject on fish keeping. If we are not on line leave a message and we will arrange to chat to you.

FIND A TANK

If you have a budget and looking for the best deal available either tropical or Marine. then let us know and we will suggest the best offer.

FREE DELIVERY BY OUR OWN VEHICLE

customaquariumcompany@consultant.com

 

CUSTOM AQUARIUM CO Ltd

REGISTERED AQUARIUM AND CABINET  MANUFACTURER

Master Aquarium Builders and cabinet makers.

Want some thing totally unique and built to your own specification then your at the right place.

Our cabinet finishes come in a range of woods.

White Beech, White Oak,Sapele, Cherry, Pine, White Ash, Or stained to your colour. Plain sprayed doors to your specification. Wide range of options. We also build solid wood front and side panels with matching hood and choice of doors and handles manufactured by our qualified cabinet maker.

We are manufacturers of custom built aquariums and cabinets. We are not a pet shop but a manufacturer specializing in Tropical amd Marine systems.Our cabinets are hand made with a choice of finishes. We offer the complete service from building to your specification.delivery and installation. Live rock/live sand. Fish and corals of your choice. Maintained and support.

Don't be fooled by cheap aquariums built in reclaimed glass. You get what you pay for.

Do you have two to three hours a week for 10% water changes. Buy expensive fish you cant keep.Install  a set up designed for Tropical fish and useless for Marines.

If the Answer is no, for total satisfaction buy the best. All our systems are Guaranteed for two years.

We can provide site inspection for that special project. offer advice and support during the whole period of installation.includes Building,electrical and plumbing services from our expert team.

We supply both trade and retail from our licenced premises

By appointment only weekdays  and weekends due to our work load and installations.

We are extremely busy and we recommend you contact us by email as we may be on delivery.

 Mini Reef Custom Aquarium Company Ltd

Unit 6 Beechnut Rd Industrial Estate

Aldershot

Hampshire

GU124JG

Fax Number 44125241966

Workshop number 08432892035/01252 343494

We do not give quotations by telephone please e mail your request to customaquariumcompany@consultant.com

 We have been building aquariums for ten years. Initially we used a syphon box and trickle filter.Totally unreliable and ineffective. Our customers want a low maintenance system with limited maintenance costs. If you have several hours per week available to carry out water changes and buy salt and water then this system is not for you.

Marine fish prefer mature water. water changes can not provide the identical temp/salinity and therefore creates an imbalance in the system killing off valuable bacteria. The water disposed off down the drain contains salt and waste from the tank. putting extra pressure on the water purification system.

To keep marines buy a system designed to do the job.

Our cabinets are constructed on 3x2 pine,with 18mm ply top and bottom.12mm back panel. choice of  front and side panels.

Not flat packed. delivered assembled and ready to use.

We endeavour to carry out site inspections on every project to establish any difficulties in access and location of the system.

We are able to provide equipment for our systems at considerably less than the RRP by putting together a package to suit the system we are installing.

Live sand/live rock are an essential factor in the maturing process. by using RO water.Quality salt mix the maturing process is substantially reduced to approx for weeks from 12 weeks by reducing the initial pollution levels of the aquarium.

Uncured rock takes up to eight weeks to cure and prolongs the maturing process.

The calurpa has to be a specific species as certain sea weeds are sensitive to PH and salt levels. Use only our Calurpa tested over ten years of production.

The roots must grow in the substrate to be effective in the reduction of Nitrates.

Why are water changes not required.

The system produces natural evaporation of water. this is created by the movement of water in the aquarium.exchange of gasses at the surface,flow of water down to the sump. this evaporation is what takes place in the sea.

salt does not evaporate only pure water and therefore its pure water that needs to be replaced. Using an RO unit and float switch the salt levels in the system remain stable and constant.

In the summer temperatures rise due to fluctuations in the surrounding environment. If the temperature in the room rises so also will the aquarium.it is effected by the surrounding temperature.

Corals and fish can not survive in temperature of 28c and above. A chiller is necessary and evaporation increases.

The succes of keeping marine fish is to maintain a constant environment of salt/ph ammonia and temperature.

The biological cycle is ammonia/nitrite and Nitrate if nitrates levels are high its the end product of high ammonia. cut down on feeding and increase bacteria.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wide range of styles.colours and sizes. The essential factor in cabinet construction is the ability to take the weight of the aquarium and to spread the load evenly across the floor. The frame is constructed of 3x2 pine with 18mm top and base and 12mm back.

the front and sides to customers specification. Most aquariums in aquatic shops and garden centres are specifically designed for tropical fish. adapted for marine with hang on skimmers. external filters which are totally unsuitable.

if you want Marine fish. The initial investment is essential in keeping marine fish in an appropriate environment. will ultimately save money iin replacing fish that die because they are not properly cared for.

Beware of false claims by inexperienced and unqualified operators. We are licenced by DEFRA

NEW NEW NEW

Redesigned wier taking up a fraction of the space. increased efficiency and silent running.Drawing water from the bottom and the top. turn over rate x 4 tank volume. increased oxygen levels. easier to conceal and requires no maintenance. Keeps live rock in peak condition drawing water through the rock. No dead spots, excellent circulation.

Constant water flow through sump. Skimmer operates 24/7, recommend auto top up to ensure consist salt water level.

Dont waste money on systems designed for tropical. buy salt water filtration systems designed to do exactly that. 

First Class Business Support
First class business support to any company. ask for a quotation based on your specific requirements. Contact Scott for detailed discussion for accounts/wages/VAT and Tax.

All  our aquariums carry a two year guarentee and covered by our public liability insurance.

our installation team are experienced in all forms of construction work.including all ground work and building work. electrical and plumbing services. 

we are able to under take assesments of floor loading for large aquariums. Hole in the wall.Shop fitting and commercial installations.Acrylic aquariums up to 500mm thick,and installation of commercial projects.

all construction enquiries telephone 0843 2892035

 

Site inspections, not sure what you want. need advice, 70 pounds up to 100 miles from Farnborough. price on application for any other distance.

What do I get. written report and recommendation.

CONSULTANCY

We offer a consultancy service for marine/tropical and cold water fish. We also provide a design service for filtration systems. We provide site inspections and written reports based on an hourly rate of 25 pounds per hour. You can provide us with photographic evidence and test results for a prompt response to your enquiry.

THE FISH DOCTOR

NEW SERVICE for beginners and experience aquarists. E mail us with your question and recieve a proffesional response. Due to pressure of work this may not be instant but we aim to reply in 24 hours.

customaquariumcompany@consultant.com

 

Marine Aqurium Breeder

We fully support the MOFIB in the efforts to captive breed Marine Aquarium fish. In order to protect species on the reefs we have to understand thier breeding patterns and create captive bred fish to reduce wild fish being removed from the reef.

MOFIB is for beginners as well as experience hobbist. Join today you can make a difference.

IFOCAS
Serious about Fish keeping.Join a recognised international organisation and support conservation world wide.
 Custom Aquariums 

Looking for Ideas. All our aquariums are custom Built. chose the style.the colour doors and handles. tropical or Marine choice is yours. There are many more not on our web site. we honour our customers right not to display thier systems.

The Ultimate in Marine technology for the serious aquarist. our range of Mini reef special edition

Deep bed sand filter. Trickle tower protein skimmer.complete with the IKS Aqua star control system monitoring Salinity.PH and temperature.Day light/Dusk lighting. Clouds and lightening. Circulation pumps.auto top up and the latest development the IKS sms controller with text to your mobile.

5 year guarantee and 24 hour technical support.

we don't sell to the trade. you can only buy directly from us. We don't keep any stock as the objective is to create some thing just for you. from a standard unit to our fully automated set up covers the whole range of budgets. From a unit specifically for the dedicated aquarist who wants to do it all to the busy executive with no time on thier hands.

Telephone for a no fee no commitment consultation on 08432892035

For information contact customaquariumcompany@consultant.com

 

  • Can I have an aquarium built to my specification
    We dont keep any stock aquariums.every one is different every one unique.this is what you pay for there isnt another on in the world like it.


  • how much will it cost me?
    The basic system is surficient to keep marine fish/corals and inverts.once set up it should be matured within four weeks.This can be added to with extra equipment such as UV steriliser and rO top up to Computor control.


  • I'm a total beginner will this suit me?
    Even customers with many years of experience in tropical fish.marine fish are totaly different and therefore previous experience is useful but not essential.We provide full instructions.


Number 446

This style is available in a range of colours from 1200mm to 2000mm as a free standing Marine or tropical system

1200 x 500 x 600 x 10mm glass with cabinet and sump complete with equipment is £1350

1200 x 500 x 750 x 12mm glass with cabinet and sump complete with equipment is  £1475

1200 x 500 x 900 x 15mm glass with cabinet and sump complete with equipment £1998

Built to any size in either pine stained or real oak. 

Number 447
Range of colours from black gloss/black satin/white pine stained or oak. from 1200 - 2000mm room divider or free standing price range £1350 for 1200 x 500 x 600 x 10mm sizes available to 900 deep.free quotation available
Number 448
Available in sizes from 1200 - 2000mm in pine stained any colour or in oak price range from £1350 for complete set up hight from 600mm -900mm tropical or marine.
Number 449
Available in any colour black/white or wood 1200mm - 2000m price range from £1350
Number 450
Available in any colour room divider or free standing 1200 - 2000mm price range £1200 +
Number 451
Available in any colour white/black or in either pine or oak 1000mm + £1100 +complete set up.delivery and installation available.
Number 452
Available in any colour and sizes from 1200mm Price range £1350 +
number 453
Available in range of colours From 1200mm + at £1350 Plus
Number 454
Available as a room divider or free standing in any colour and sizes from 1200mm price £1350 +
Number 455
available in any colour in sizes from 1200mm price range £1350
Number 456
Available in any colour and in oak from 1200mm + price range £1350 +
Number 456
Available in any colour in sizes from 1200mm in price range £1350+
Number 457
available in any colour in pine or oak from 1200mm + in price range £1350+

under construction this pine marine system is 1686 x 700 x 700 in 12mm glass. comes complete with filteration and lighting.

price £1850 inc vAT

HOLE IN THE WALL

There are various ways to achieve a picture wall aquarium. Picture frame on one side as shown below. Cabinet on the other.

False double wall as shown below that.

Its not practical to build an aquarium the thickness of the wall. the deeper the aquarium the greater the pressure of the water on the sides and base.  as follows

600mm high = 10mm glass

750mm high = 12mm glass

900mm high = 15mm glass

1000m high = 19mm glass

1200mm high = 25mm glass

any thing deeper that 1200mm has to be in acrylic.

The thicker the glass the greater the cost. generally 15mm and above is built on site.

 

 

 

Room divider with picture frame view on one side and enclosed cabinet on the other. The thickness of most walls is 9 inches. The volume of water in a marine system is an essential factor. the larger the volume the easier to keep. Any variation in polution levels is slower and therefore easier to control. Small tanks its instant.

Our basic systems are manufactured in pine. this is resistant to salt. MDF,Chipboard etc absorb the moisture. We also build in Hardwood.Oak etc

Style,Colour and size are to customers specification.

These pictures are seen on other web sites but are manufactured by our company.

Our Service Manager John. installing our system in Wimbledon. this is a double false wall enclosing both sides of the aquarium. Access to filters and aquarium on one side.picture frame  on the other.
Aquarium Maintance

Looking for first class maintenance service you cant beat Absolute fish for first class service.tailored to meet your specific needs.

Full service for Marine/Tropical and Cold water.

New New New. Hand made Aquarium inserts. designed and crafted to suit your aquarium.Built by craftsmen using non toxic epoxy resin. a totally new individual approach to aquarium design.graphic design supplied before construction begins ideal for corals. See more under custom Aquarium inserts. Just need the dimensions  of your aquarium and any design you may have.

For Affordable fish keeping and Quality products

The Mini Reef Custom Aquarium Company Ltd

unit 6 beechnut Rd Industrial estate

aldershot

Hampshire

GU124JG

Registered number 07275504

telephone 01252 336285

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