As a kid, I remember the dread that washed over me when I heard my mother removing items from the cleaning closet. With each clink of her trusty supplies, my mind sunk deeper into the inevitable task at hand: cleaning my room.Fast-forward to my early twenties, and while I learned to enjoy the act of purging and cleansing my home, I’m not ashamed to admit the vacuum cleaner … [Read more...] about Full Guide – Reef Tank Cleaning Hack: Hire a Dedicated Clean Up Crew (CUC).
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RO/DI Reef Tank Systems Are More Important Than You Think – Here’s Why
While you can spend thousands of dollars and countless hours tending to the myriad of components needed to support a healthy reef environment, but without pure water, these efforts are in vain. For many reefers, it’s far too easy to become caught up in the finer details of this hobby.Even though each tank element impacts the vitality of this contained ecosystem, failure to … [Read more...] about RO/DI Reef Tank Systems Are More Important Than You Think – Here’s Why
Ultimate Aquarium Salt Mix Guide – Defining the Sweeter Side of Reef Salts.
In many ways, I feel the biggest hurdle novice reefers must climb is realizing their tank is wholly unique. After spending several years actively involved in a myriad of reefing forums and online communities, I’ve noticed a specific trend: reefer’s looking for “the best” of every product.It only takes a moment of contemplation to understand why our culture has moved away from … [Read more...] about Ultimate Aquarium Salt Mix Guide – Defining the Sweeter Side of Reef Salts.
Nutrient Export Method Hack – How To Choose Your Ideal Method.
Whether snorkeling in warm tropical waters, or admiring an established reef aquarium, coral reef waters are bustling with life. Even to the untrained eye, it’s obvious these microcosms are unique, but as you learn more about the biological tapestry of natural coral reefs, its intrigue adopts a different hue.As reefers, we utilize a myriad of systems and devices to simulate the … [Read more...] about Nutrient Export Method Hack – How To Choose Your Ideal Method.
Introducing an Easier Way: Reef Hacks Aquarium Calculator
Unless you majored in chemistry, monitoring and dosing reef tank nutrients can feel like taking the SAT’s after sleeping all school year. It’s confusing, complicated and if you get it wrong, the consequences are worse than summer school.After years of studying and discussing our beloved underwater hobby, I’ve witnessed friends, hobbyists and colleagues monologue about … [Read more...] about Introducing an Easier Way: Reef Hacks Aquarium Calculator
Craft an Enchanted Underwater Universe – Reef Tank Aquascaping Guide.
Diving into a coral reef feels as if someone has gently pulled back the veil of reality. No matter how many times I’ve had the pleasure of delving into the underwater universe of our oceans, the brilliance of this alien landscape never fails to astonish.While each visit into this alien world offers unexpected brilliance, my most recent excursion left me paralyzed in amazement. … [Read more...] about Craft an Enchanted Underwater Universe – Reef Tank Aquascaping Guide.
The Grainy Truth About Aquarium Sand – Ultimate Reef Tank Sand Guide.
A few weeks ago, I was at a lunch with a small group of friends. As we rounded out our meal and enjoyed a cup of coffee, the topic shifted to aquariums (I know, a big surprise, right?). While most of us have been reefers for years, a friend-of-a-friend, Clementine, listened on with a specific look of confusion.There we were, going on about flow pumps and the latest news when I … [Read more...] about The Grainy Truth About Aquarium Sand – Ultimate Reef Tank Sand Guide.
Go With the Flow – Your Essential Guide How To Choose The Right Aquarium Pump For Your Reef Tank.
I’ll never forget my first adventure exploring natural coral reefs. Earlier in the day, my stomach was in knots. For years I’ve researched and studied these ancient organisms, and in a few hours I would be engulfed in their watery world.I still remember the lingering taste of breakfast as our chartered boat carefully navigated through unrealistically blue water. With an … [Read more...] about Go With the Flow – Your Essential Guide How To Choose The Right Aquarium Pump For Your Reef Tank.
Illuminating Reef Tank – Reef Tank Lighting Guide for Beginners.
There’s no denying the power of light. From warming our planet to growing our food, life itself wouldn’t exist without the illuminating gift of sunlight.Few hobbies amplify the complex world of light to the degree as reef tanks. As many novice reefers realize, lighting is far more than an aesthetic design. This doesn’t mean you can’t appease your visual style with appropriate … [Read more...] about Illuminating Reef Tank – Reef Tank Lighting Guide for Beginners.
How To Find Your Perfect Reef Tank – Essential Guide for Beginners.
Taking the plunge into the beautifully mysterious realm of reef aquariums can feel daunting. Trust me, even as a lifelong aquarium admirer and hobbyist, branching out into the salty world of reef tanks was a huge step.While establishing and caring for a reef tank isn’t the easiest, the joy and splendor of this hobby is worth every ounce of effort.It’s with a genuine sense of … [Read more...] about How To Find Your Perfect Reef Tank – Essential Guide for Beginners.