Power Outage? Do This for Your Aquarium in the First 5 Minutes.
It’s a feeling every fish keeper dreads. The lights flicker and die. The gentle hum of your filter cuts out, …
Maintaining Your Low-Tech Aquascape
The Ultimate 4-Step Plan to Kill Black Beard Algae (And Keep It From Coming Back)
You look at your beautiful aquascape, but you can’t see the plants anymore. All you see is that ugly, black, …
That Oily Film on Your Water? Here’s How to Get Rid of Biofilm in Your Aquarium
You look at your beautiful aquarium, and you see it. A hazy, oily-looking film covering the surface of the water. …
How Much Light Do Aquarium Plants Need? (The Simple Guide for 2025)
It should be the easiest question in the entire hobby, yet it’s the one that causes the most confusion and …
The #1 Mistake People Make with Aquarium Algae Control (Are You Making It?)
It’s the moment every new aquarium owner dreads. You look at your beautiful, tranquil underwater world, and you see it. …
Are You Making This Mistake? How to Reduce Nitrates in Your Aquarium the Right Way
If you’ve been testing your aquarium water, you’ve likely come across the term “nitrates.” You see a number on your …
How to Lower Aquarium pH Naturally (A Safe, Beginner’s Guide)
If you’ve started to research the water in your aquarium, you’ve probably run into two little letters that cause a …
Does Your Aquarium Heater Need a Plastic Guard? The Complete Answer.
You’ve spent a lot of time, effort, and money making your aquarium a beautiful home for your fish. You’ve picked …
The Nitrogen Cycle in a Low-Tech Aquarium: Your #1 Stress-Free Guide
Let’s have an honest chat about the nitrogen cycle in a low-tech aquarium. For so many beginners, this term is …
