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I have a 46 gallon bowfront. On top of it I've got an Aqueon Vera-top & 36" strip light (single 24" 17W T8 bulb). I do not have plants, it's just a simple freshwater tank, but should I still upgrade? I'm considering several options: 1) Replacing the strip light with a similar Aqueon "Deluxe"...

I think I've read every article & forum post on the world wide interwebs about eliminating diatoms and nothing seems to work. My tank is several years old and my single T8 bulb is only on for 4 hours a day. I have a quality canister filter and do 30% water changes every 14 days. My well water is...

My well water is extremely hard & smelly so Ive got an old RODI stystem which I am thinking about taking out the RO membrane & DI resin so that just the 5 micron sediment filter & 1 micron carbon block are left. (RO & DI not necessary / probably overkill for freshwater). About what TDS should a...

I am having trouble with diatoms which I have learned is caused by silicates and/or phospahte. I use Caribsea Super Naturals sand for substrate. Does anyone know if this sand has silicates in it which are feeding the diatoms? What sand does not have silicates in it?

The Rena XP2 pumps 300 gph which is perfect for my 45 gallon bowfront, but it only has 2 media baskets. I'd really like 3 for foam, carbon, and ceramic rings. How would you go about using only 2 baskets?

Im sick of my marineland c-360 giving me problems (leaking now) so Im looking for a new canister. Id prefer an Eheim, but theyre a little pricey. So Im trying to decide between the Rena xp2 and the Fluval 306. Any suggestions? Thanks! :fish2:

Ive got a problem with my siphon being too weak. Half of the debris gets sucked out and the other hald just keeps rolling around in the siphon tube. Its kind of frustrating because I know Im not getting my aquarium as clean as I would like to. My water level is about 4.5 feet high and I drain...

I have a community freshwater aquarium. I use RO/DI water and add Kent RO Right for the trace elements freshwater fish need to have put back in. My RO/DI system has a dual inline TDS meter so I know my product water has a TDS of 0ppm. Is there a need for me to test the TDS of the water in the...

Im experimenting with DO/DI & tap water mixtures to get the correct ratio when I thought of something: should I even be using the DI when I will be adding tap water & Kent RO Right back in anyways? Or does the DI filter out some things that will not be put back in, in which case I should...

A few weeks ago I began using RO/DI water and suddenly today 2 of my fish have died. Is it really necessary to buy RO/DI water conditioner, or it is just another way for manufacturers to make money? If so, what kind is good? I have freshwater aquarium salt by API, would that work?

I use an Aqueon water changer to avoid carrying buckets and I'm thinking about starting to use an RO/DI system to rid my tank of diatoms. The problem is, how to get the pure water to my tank without carrying buckets again since my water source is no longer pushed by the pressure of my faucet. Id...

Ive used Krylon Fusion spray paint because so many have said it is safe to use in aquariums. However, the paint doesn't seem to hold up too well underwater for any length of time. After a few months, the paint is flaking off. Has anyone ever used Kryon's clear coat? Krylon: Products: Crystal...

I have a few aquarium decorations which Ive apinted and now would like to apply a "clear coat" over. After doing a little research, it seems some type of clear inert epoxy is the best solution. Anyone ever do anything like this before? Im having a tough time finding a product to use.

I rinse out the corse filter foam when I do my monthly canister maintenance, but I'm getting conflicting information about how often to replace it. Some websites say to replace it every 9 weeks, others say every 9 months. I'm assuming one of the two is just a typo/mixup since they both contain...

I know this is somewhat of an issue that can be debated forever, but Ive been researching filter flow rates. Ive found answers for cycling the total volume anywhere from 4-10 times per hour. Thats quite a large range. Whats the minimum? Whats prefered? Whats best? Ive got a 46 gallon bowfront...

I want to paint a couple aquarium decorations. Any advice on what to use. I'd really hate to kill off fish by using something toxic to them.

Im looking for some artificial decorations. Most spicifically a purple sea fan, brown staghorn, and black sea urchin. Where have you bought coral & invertabrate replicas from? Ive searched online but have been unable to find exactly what I am looking for. For example, I have found an awesome...

I just bought a c-360 canister filter a few days ago and the impeller came apart. The rubber deals on each end came off, the round "spacer" thing came off, and the shaft came out. Is this normal? Can I just put it back together, or is this not good and I need a new one? Also, the shaft seems too...

Ive had an Emperor 280 for years now but want something better. Thinking about the Marineland Multistage Canister 360. Any opinions on it? Also, there are 4 trays. Which types of media should go in it? Ive heard the bio balls aren't that great. That leaves carbon bags, corse foam, ceramic rings...

Ive got a 46 gal bowfront from Aqueon and absolutly love it! But the stand it came with makes me nervous. It sure does not look like it could hold 400 pounds. Sure, Ive had the aquarium on it for a couple years already and if it was going to collapse it probably would have already, but I'd like...

Ive has a 46 gal community freshwater tank up and running for years now, but always with gravel substrate. The tank includes angels, plates, blue rams, and glass catfish. Just curious about sand. Is it a good idea to switch? Pros/cons? If I choose sand, what should I use?

Ive had an Emperor 280 for years now but want something better. Thinking about the Marineland Multistage Canister 360 (Canister Filters: Marineland C-Series Multi-Stage Canister Filters). Any opinions on it? Also, there are 4 trays. Which types of media should go in it? Ive heard the bio balls...

I want to give my 46 gal freshwater community tank the "feel" of a salt water tank. What type of sand or crushed coral can I use for substrate? It is a good/bad idea? Thanks!

My diy co2 setup only produces co2 into my diffuser when I shake the bottle. then is see bubbles like crazy which lasts about 15 mins. but if i don't shake the bottle, no more bubbles. In a 1 liter bottle im using 1 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp yeast and 3 cups water. How can I get steady/constant bubles...

My diy co2 setup only produces co2 into my diffuser when I shake the bottle. then is see bubbles like crazy which lasts about 15 mins. but if i don't shake the bottle, no more bubbles. In a 1 liter bottle im using 1 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp yeast and 3 cups water. How can I get steady/constant bubles...