Aquarium Calculator

From an external perspective most aquariums appear as if they are rectangular prisms. However, few aquarium are truly perfect rectangles, in fact, it’s rare for … Read more

Why buy an octagon? It’s mostly an aesthetic choice, and that’s okay! You love that octagonal shape, you see how it cuts up visual line … Read more

Why do most hobbyists purchase a corner tank? Because it fits in their room (the one that meets the window). And there’s this mental image … Read more

For normal rectangular aquariums, it’s easy. Just multiply length x width x height to get the gallon capacity. To convert to gallons, simply divide the … Read more

When filling your tank, there is always a moment when you look into it while holding a bucket full of water. You wonder, “Where do … Read more

The blank aquarium stands there before you. A canvas? Yes, except that it’s also a container. Maybe you envision a dramatic mountain ridge or perhaps … Read more

I’m sure many people think that their new tank contains exactly the number of gallons it was rated for on the label. Not so! That … Read more

I see it all too often: Most new aquarium keepers view maintaining their tanks like a necessary chore instead of managing a system. They go … Read more

The wrong substrate will make your tank appear barren, even if you spend a fortune on fancy lights and CO2 gear. Roots need enough depth … Read more

Aquascaping is supposed to be fun. Your plants arrive, your hardscape arrives, your layout is complete, and now all you have to do is get … Read more