Clams are one of those things I wanted in my reef tank since the first day I ever say them! Way back in the 90's I tried to keep one and as you can guess, it died! Why? Using power compacts and an...
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Aquarium UV Sterilizers – This Is How To Get Crystal Clear Water!?
I see many pond owners have UV (Ultra-Violet) Sterilizers on their ponds to help battle nuisance algae caused by the sunlight, but why would they be of any use on a saltwater aquarium? We don’t...
How many times has the power gone out and you immediately begin to worry about your aquarium? Have you been the victim to a power outage while away on vacation and you have come home to a stinky,...
I ran my aquarium without a chiller for many many years, then like most people, I installed one last minute because we were having a heatwave and the summer temps were starting to rapidly climb. I...
What Is An All In One (AIO) Aquarium? Great For Your First Tank!
Over the years I have set up many All-In-One Aquariums for clients with great success. For a beginner to this fantastic hobby, they are the perfect way to try your hand at saltwater without spending...
This was a question that I asked myself many years ago when I was planning my latest build because I wanted to store both RO/DI water and mixed saltwater so I always have it on hand. Having access to...