Sunlight on Reef Tank

[Shooter6]

Since this thread was revived from almost 5 years ago, does the op have any current pics of the reef?

 

[bound2falling]

When I set up my 200g reef tank in its current location, admittedly I did not plan for the amount of sunlight that would fall on the tank from a high window. Now that Fall is here, the tank is receiving tons of light as the sun moves across the sky. I love the look, but understand that I’m going to have to keep nutrients in check or algae may become a problem. Right now still working through the new tank diatoms, so we’ll see. Hoping that I don’t have to install some shades because I absolutely love the look of natural sunlight on the tank. Here are some pics and a video.

I wish I could say that I planned for the sunlight to fall right on the two rock structures, but I would be lying. :)

that is such a cool look...

 

[sfin52]

that is such a cool look...

Unfortunately the op hasn't been active since dec 2019.