Lighting Question

[BasilBear]

Hi everyone! I just upgraded my axolotl to a 29 gallon and I wanted to get some floating plants (I am favoring frogbit). However, I never dealt with lighting before and I am a little confused. I was wondering if anyone knows a good aquarium light that I could use. Something that wouldn’t brake the bank and is not insanely bright would be amazing. Any other tips for aquarium lighting is greatly appreciated!

 

[wolfen]

with the advent of light emitting diodes (leds) lighting an aquarium can be done a lot cheaper than normal florescent lightbulbs, if there is a hood over the tank then standard t5 - t8 bulb can be changed to a like for like led replacement, just make sure that the led bulb is the same or lower wattage then the rated fittings. if there isn't a lid then there led banks that stand over the tank (clip on sides). or there are submersible and even strip lighting that can be used. for growing plants a full spectrum or red/violet are best for growing.
the higher the lumen the brighter the light.
always make sure there are plenty of hidings places, caves etc..

 

[BasilBear]

Thank you so much for your reply! I’m only a beginner when it comes to lighting so I’m a little confused with some of the terms you used. I do have a mesh lid so a light would be able to rest on top of it. I’m looking for a light that’s not to bright but would be able to provide for frogbit. If you or anyone knows any lights they like I would really appreciate it. Thank you again for all of your help! I hope this made sense

 

[wolfen]

as an example of a cheap overhead light I've added an image for reference, this is for UK use but there should be similar in the US.

 

[BasilBear]

Thank you!