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Dosing Bacteria to an Established Reef Tank – Potential Benefits
Bacteria dosing these days is not limited to new reef tanks. Many reef keepers dose bacteria to established tanks. Is this necessary?
December 21, 2021
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10 Handy Household Items For a Reef Tank
Most equipment and supplies used for a reef tank are purchased at a LFS or online. But what about shopping at a grocery store or hardware store?
November 10, 2021
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Nothing Good Happens Fast in a Reef Tank
Perhaps you have heard the saying that nothing good happens fast in a reef tank. It is so true. Patience is a key ingredient for success in this hobby.
November 2, 2021
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Top 10 Tips For Glueing PVC Pipe
Whether you use PVC pipe for a fish tank or another application, there are certain best practices you can follow when glueing it to achieve the best results.
October 26, 2021
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5 Tips to Raise pH in a Reef Tank
If you have suppressed pH in your reef tank (7.7 to 7.9) then here are 5 tips to raise it to a more acceptable range (8.1 to 8.5).
September 29, 2021
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When Is It The Right Time to Reboot a Reef Tank?
Sometimes it is obvious when it is necessary to reboot a struggling reef tank but at times it is not. Does it make sense to do it when a tank is doing well?
September 22, 2021
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Fighting Problematic Algae With Chemicals, A Risky Proposition
You have two basic options when fighting algae in a reef tank. Fight it via natural means or use chemicals. What is the best method?
September 2, 2021
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Tips on How to Prepare a Reef Tank Before Leaving on Vacation
Vacations are awesome but for a reef keeper they can be a bit stressful. Here are some tips on how to prepare a reef tank before leaving on vacation.
August 24, 2021
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How to Reduce DOA’s When Ordering Livestock Online
When fish or corals are shipped via an overnight service, I am a BIG believer in having that livestock delivered to either a UPS or FedEx customer center.
August 10, 2021
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Why Reef Keeping Has Become Harder
I have been tending to reef tanks for many, many years and in my view reef keeping has become harder. How is this possible?
July 20, 2021
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Tips For Keeping a Reef Tank Cool
During the summer it is time to keep an eye on the temperature of your reef tank. Based on my past experiences, here are some tips to keep a tank cool.
July 9, 2021
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How To Setup a SPS Quarantine Tank
A coral quarantine tank is a great way to prevent Acro Eating Flatworms (AEFW), Red Bugs and other parasitic pests in a reef tank.
March 24, 2021