Recent content by LHARTWICK

That UV sterilizer really does work! I've been amazed at how quickly, too. Thank you!

I have the Green Killing Machine which really works! I was just going by the information on their website that says to remove it from the tank once the water is clear because the UV lamp inside is only good for maybe 6-9 months when used continually. I guess spending a few dollars every 6-9...

I do already have sponges in the filter - the 2 that came with it in the bottom tray and a couple of others in the top tray. My carbon is in the middle tray along with a lot of bio stars and Biohome media. My canister is rated for 175 gallons. When I clean my filter, all I do is remove the...

I made the mistake of over cleaning my tank back in May, and I can NOT get rid of this algae bloom. I didn't realize I was over cleaning it at the time, but after some research, lesson learned. I cleaned all of the plants and the filter media at once. I now know not to do all of that at...

Thanks, gemach7. I actually only feed every other day or so. After a little research I see that optimum phosphate levels should be 0.05 ppm or less to discourage algae growth. Like I said, I'm currently using Phospure to lower the levels, and I'm pleased to see them slowly coming down. I may...

1) Our tap water contains a high amount of phosphates, hence, algae problems, so I added some Phospure to my canister filter 5 days ago. The levels are gradually dropping. How long will it take before the levels reach 0.0 ppm? 2) Are there better phosphate control media that I should be using...

I'm interested in the same thing as well.

I installed an API Canister Filter XL back in the spring. Ever since I've had it the water line drops slightly (1/2") within a day or two after I fill it back up following maintenance/water changes. I have to cheat and pop one of the clamps open for a split second to get the water line to go...

I am a newbie and have read the FAQ's and searched the forum but was unable to find any help for my problem. I have a 72G freshwater tank that has been set up just over a year. I have cloudy water that I can not seem to clear despite several water changes. My nitrates are reading 10PPM, PH...