Aquarium Calculator

When I talk about these dimensions I’m referring to what manufacturer claims they are. These is suggestions. You shouldn’t think of them as exact numbers. … Read more

Getting accurate dimensions for cutting out custom canopies for an aquarium sounds easy enough…until you pull out the tape measure. You look at side of … Read more

Lava rock can be used in aquariums for two different purpose; either as visible hardscape for the fish and shrimp to claim or graze upon, … Read more

Likely you purchased your aquarium filter as a single unit. You know what it’s like; you buy a car without ever considering the monthly gas … Read more

We all guess what a bag of flake will cost us, so we purchase one that seems reasonable (e.g., “I think a 2-month supply should … Read more

There’s nothing more worrying than watching your CO2 gauge drop and seeing the color leach out of your planted tank. Not only do the plants … Read more

If you’ve ever refilled a bucket with purified water for your reef tank, then you’ve been frustrated at how slow that bucket fills up. It’s … Read more

Seiryu stone is often used in aquascaping layouts to add elements with a gray tone and sharp edges to the otherwise bright aquatic environments. Many … Read more

So you purchased an LED fixture because it was said to provide clear light for your reef for less money. You were feeling pretty smug … Read more

There’s nothing worse than reaching into your cabinet only to find that your bottle of alkalinity is dry. You suddenly has to calculate how long … Read more