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It’s really not a good idea to use driftwood you’ve found yourself outside as the wood could rot or contain harmful chemicals. You don’t want the wood to stain the water or to add dirt to the aquarium. Before adding driftwood to your aquarium it’s always a good idea to pre-soak it and scrub it. This way it may be labeled with instructions for introducing it to your aquarium. The best place to acquire driftwood is from a reliable online retailer or an aquatics store. Soft wood is more problematic because it’s susceptible to rot, it doesn’t sink as well as hardwood, and some soft wood can contain poisons. You should only ever use hardwood for driftwood in your betta aquarium, and you should also bear in mind that some tree wood can contain toxins or can increase acidity levels in your aquarium.

Driftwood varies in its nature and the various forms are treated differently. Some driftwood can raise the acidity of the aquarium, so it’s best to consult a specialist at an aquatics store before you buy if possible. If you’ve got any decorations that you’re particularly fond of, let us know in the comments. They like things to hide in, rest on, and to build bubble nests around.Here’s a look at the different types of decorations you can add to a betta tank. With some creativity you can give your betta’s home an artistic look, or create a natural wonder world with a window into an underwater habitat.Bettas don’t tend to be too fussy when it comes to aquarium decor, but something is better than nothing as bettas do like to be stimulated. Now for the fun stuffĭecorations or aquarium ornaments can really make an aquarium look unique. You should be confident that your betta can easily fit through the gap, or that the gap is too small for it to even be considered a swim through spot. If you’re putting ornaments in your aquarium, ensure that any areas that the betta may swim through are wide enough. As much as bettas are intelligent fish, sometimes they can be too curious and get themselves in an awkward situation. This is an easy mistake for a novice keeper to make, but could be fatal to your betta if it is stuck for too long before you notice. ‍ Do not arrange decorations in such a way that your betta could confine, wedge or entangle itself within them. Some driftwood and rocks can also have sharp edges, so inspect them thoroughly before putting them in the aquarium. Some decorations can have sharp edges or protruding features that a betta could easily tear its fins or snag itself on. ‍ Do not use decorations or ornaments that are sharp. This will rust and seriously affect the water in your aquarium. ‍ Do not put any decor in your aquarium that contains or is made of metal. Before we get started, here’s are a few important things to remember when it comes to choosing decorations.