Recent content by tankerworld88

First of all DO YOUR RESEARCH. read as much about the hobby as you can and watch as many videos as you can. Get informed before you start making expensive mistakes. I know cuz I made a few myself. As for tank size go as big as you can afford. Just make sure you keep all parameters in check. Get...

Supplement your t5ho with leds. You could get a couple par 30 reef led bulbs off of eBay with the 120degree lens. I'm running the Radeon xr30 and supplementing with 4 24w t5s. 2 coral plus and 2 blue plus. You get mad growth and coloration with the t5 and the color pop and shimmer from the less...

Particle board and plywood are totally different materials. Plywood is much more resistant to water compared to particle board. That's why most stands are made of either plywood or solid wood or a combination of the two. If you are using something made of particle board as a stand it's a ticking...

I have 2 running for over 1 year and I have not had any issues. Got rid of the green water in days (uv function). Had no leaks, no noise complaints. For the price of these filters I would recommend them to anyone. Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

Potting soil you can find anywhere they sell flowers or gardening stuff. I have both a dirted tank and a sand only tank. You have to dose nutrients in sand only tank. Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

Organic potting soil works good. Just make sure you keep up with water changes. Nutrients tend to leach up in the water column and fuel algae bloom. Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice