Need help with filters for ACF

[Geoff]

Dan;

I am not sure what you mean about tank "cycling". When I change the water I change all of it, rinse the sand, take the filter apart and rise it - basically clean everything so it doesn't stink.
Guess I need to read up on this now - so much to learn, here I thought I was just getting an easy no-muss pet for my son!
Live and learn

Dan was referring to "The Nitrogen Cycle". It'd probably be best for you to Google it. There's loads of info about it out there.

Geoff;

It does not get direct light, but it is pretty bright in there. I will have to talk....er....negotiate... with the wife for a new location.

Instead of relocating the tank you could try shading up to three sides of it with card or a black plastic trash bag cut to size.