Benefits of having an Aquarium

There are so many benefits to owning an aquarium/fish tank in your home or office.

Home aquariums have been popular for decades and seem to be getting more attention now than ever before. From a small fish tank in tight space to a large aquarium in the family living room, people are enjoying and appreciating the beautiful, peaceful atmosphere that comes with it.  Some choose to have an aquarium at the office because of the calmness it brings. 

• Aquariums are a source of  tranquility even when you don't realize it. Watching fish swim and the sounds of the water is so relaxing that many choose to have an aquarium in the bedroom instead of a television because it promotes sleep.

• Aquariums are a great conversation starter with family or visitors. Think about going to the Doctors office or Dentist where they have an aquarium set up, it is relaxing and most of the time someone will start a conversation about the types of fish or the decor in the tank.

• Fish are much less expensive to set up and maintain than other pets and much easier to care for and some people even name their fish. 

• A beautiful aquarium is like live art in your home, you can decorate it so many different ways and have plants and flowers around it to make it the focal point of the home.

• There are many health benefits to having an aquarium, Studies show that it can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, promotes creativity, improves sleep, reduces anxiety and has a dramatic effect on mental health.

• Tropical freshwater fish tank is simple to set up and  easy to maintain. 

• No allergy worries

• You can choose the smallest and simplest of tanks to more elaborate large aquariums, what ever suits you and your families space.

Need a little inspiration? visit our Pinterest page for some ideas, but, I have to warn you, this can be a very fun addiction. 😉