How to pick the best background light color for your aquarium

We’ll be the first to admit that picking a background color for an aquarium isn’t always cut and dry. Choosing a color that best compliments your fish and aquascape is always a sure bet – but displaying colors that also boost your energy, keep you focused, or just help you relax can be incredibly therapeutic.

Since colors and light affect our mood, there’s a strong case for a colorful and inspiring aquarium. Whether you introduce these fades of color with just a background light, or in combination with your main tank light, here’s some tips and aquatic inspirational therapy to guide you into the right color fades for your tank.