Aquascaping in Sheffield
Rock, woodand plants.
Aquascaping is arranging rock, wood, substrate and plants so the tank looks natural and keeps growing well. We'll design a layout that suits your tank, your room and how much upkeep you want.
How we do it
Get the rock and wood right, and the plants follow.
A good layout starts with the hardscape, the rock and wood that give it shape. If the proportions are right, the plants have something to grow into.
We think about how it'll look once it's grown in, not just on the day, and pick plants that suit your lights, your equipment and the care the tank will actually get.
What's included
What aquascaping can include
Hardscape
Arranging stone and wood to give the tank depth, shape and a clear focal point.
Planting
Choosing and planting front, middle and back plants that suit the setup.
Substrate
Shaping slopes and depth, and using a substrate that helps plants grow.
Stone layouts
Simple, stone-led layouts in the style often called Iwagumi.
Rescapes
Redoing a tank that no longer looks or works the way you'd like.
Growing in
Advice for the first few weeks, while the plants settle and fill out.
Good for
- A new tank that deserves more than gravel and ornaments
- A tank that's become tired or overgrown
- A tank that's meant to be the centrepiece of a room
- Anyone who wants a natural, planted look
How it works
From first message to finished job.
Step 1
Show us what you like
Tell us about the tank and the kind of look you're after. Photos help.
Step 2
We plan the layout
We talk through materials, plants and upkeep, and quote for the job.
Step 3
We build it
We arrange the hardscape and planting, and explain how to help it grow in.
Pricing
Quoted per job.
Every layout is different, so we quote once we've seen the tank and talked about the look you want. A few photos are usually enough to get started.
If a rescape needs new rock, wood or plants, we'll agree that budget with you first, the same as a build.
Where it all comes from
Bought locally, from Maidenhead Aquatics Sheffield.
All of our equipment, plants and fish come from Maidenhead Aquatics on Guernsey Road. If you'd like, we'll meet you there and build your tank on paper together before anything is bought.
Maidenhead Aquatics SheffieldGuernsey Road, Lowfield, Sheffield, S2 4HGStore page(opens in a new tab)Directions(opens in a new tab)Meeting us at the store
Plan it together
Look at tanks in person and work out what fits your space and budget.
Pick the equipment
We'll explain what each bit does and why we'd choose it.
Choose your fish
We'll help you pick fish that suit the tank and get on with each other.
Ask the staff too
The team there know their stock well, so you get their advice on top of ours.
Maidenhead Aquatics is a separate business with its own staff. Mention it in your enquiry if you'd like to meet there.
How we help you buy fishInspiration
Ideas to start from
A few ideas to help you describe the look you want.
FAQ
Common questions.
Can't see your question here? Just ask.
Yes. Whether it's overgrown, the layout never worked or you just fancy a change, we can plan and carry out a rescape. If there are fish in the tank, we'll talk through how to keep them comfortable while we work.
Send us an enquiry with a few details and, ideally, a photo or two. We'll get back to you, ask anything we need to know, and give you a quote. Nothing is booked until you're happy with it.
Yes. We can meet you at Maidenhead Aquatics to plan the tank, pick out the equipment and choose your fish. The staff there are knowledgeable too, so you'll get their advice as well as ours.
We're based in Sheffield and work across the city. If you're further out, send us your postcode and we'll let you know.
Get in touch
Got a look in mind?
Send us a few details about your tank and the style you like, and we'll talk through what's possible.