Common Nuisance Algae and How to Treat Them
Algae can enter your aquarium from introduced rocks, sand or frags, and when the conditions are right, algae will take…
2 weeks ago
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Salinity Meter: Calibration and How to Care for One
Salinity meters, whether hand-held or mounted inside the filter sump, are an easy way to measure salinity in your reef…
4 weeks ago
How to use a Refractometer to Measure Salinity
A refractometer is considered by many to be a more accurate way to measure salinity. In this article we discuss…
2 months ago
Liquid Carbon Dosing Breakdown: Why and How to do It
At some point of keeping our aquariums we may have overheard someone from the reefing community talk about carbon dosing.…
2 months ago
How to Gain Control of your Silicate Situation
One of the most abundant elements on earth, silicon in its soluble form (silicate) can contribute to diatom outbreaks. So…
4 months ago
6 Steps to Improve Water Quality in Your Aquarium
The water you add to your tank can make keeping an aquarium easy or very difficult. It doesn't stop there…
5 months ago
How To Restore a Neglected Aquarium – Reviving a Reef
Life sometimes demands a lot of your attention, and your reef pays the price. With a little effort, restoring a…
5 months ago
Types of Test Kits: Which one is Right for You?
Testing your aquarium is one of the fundamental practices required to maintain a stable aquatic environment. There are three types…
6 months ago
How To: Cycle a Freshwater Aquarium with Dr. Tim’s
Before we get started we should first understand why a tank should be cycled, and then apply that knowledge in…
7 months ago
Testing Out the New Hanna PH Checker
I was excited when I heard that Hanna was releasing this new device. Luckily, I was offered a sample Hanna…
10 months ago