Aquarium Filtration & Filter Options
Learn about the various aquarium filter types available for your fish tank, ranging from power filters, under gravel filters, to canister filters. Choose the filter that’s right for your aquarium.
water treatment
Protein Skimmer for Reef Tanks
The protein skimmer is highly recommended for every saltwater and reef aquarium. A well adjusted skimmer will remove significant amounts of waste from the water.
Cloudy Aquarium Water and Algone
Algone is the perfect tool to clear and prevent cloudy aquarium water. Algone maintains a low nutrient environment, which is essential for a healthy and crystal clear aquarium.
Enjoy Crystal Clear Aquarium Water
How can you maintain a crystal clear aquarium? Ok, so maybe it’s not a secret, but what we know and don’t know determines the success or failure of our aquarium.
Are Nitrates Harmful for my Aquarium?
So what’s the problem with nitrates in the aquarium? Nitrate is the least toxic nutrient in aquariums, however high nitrate will cause green water and algae outbreaks.
Nitrate Control is Real Aquarium Algae Control
High nitrates in the aquarium inevitably results in algae outbreaks. This can be thick algae growth or green aquarium water. Controlling nitrates is the best option for controlling algae in the aquarium.
How to Remove Nitrate From the Aquarium
Aquarium nitrate is most commonly removed through regular water changes. However, adding live plants as well as nitrate removers can help keep nitrates low.
Aquarium UV Sterilization
Ultraviolet sterilization (UV) is a process to eliminate biological contamination, namely parasite fungus and bacteria.
Activated Carbon and Chemical Aquarium Filtration
Activated carbon is used to remove chemical impurities from the aquarium water. Not surprisingly, this is referred to as chemical filtration. But how does it work?
Aquarium Water Test Kits and Testing Methods
Aquarium water test kits abound. The most commonly used are drops. The best choice for most aquarium owners is a master kit that includes all the important tests.
Kalkwasser in the Marine Aquarium
Even the most inexperienced hobbyist can easily make Kalkwasser. Kalkwasser is extremely beneficial for corals, coralline algae, and many reef inhabitants.
Using Salt in the Freshwater Aquarium
Using salt in freshwater aquariums is a personal choice. While salt is not a requirement, the benefits may very well be worth getting into the practice of using salt.