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The Smart Start: How to Cycle Your Aquarium the Easy (and Fish-Safe!) Way
Welcome to the exciting world of aquascaping and keeping fish! As you embark on this journey, one of the most crucial steps you'll...

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Jun 66 min read
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Unlocking Your Planted Tank's Potential: Understanding GH & KH for Thriving Aquarium
Feeling lost about water chemistry for your planted tank? Our guide demystifies GH & KH! Learn why these minerals matter for lush plants and healthy fish. Discover how to test your water and easily adjust it to the ideal GH/KH of 4 using RO/DI water, Seachem Equilibrium, or even baking soda. Empower yourself to create the perfect aquatic environment!

AquascapeGuide
Jun 24 min read
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The Secret to Sparkling Aquascapes: Achieving Crystal Clear Water
Dreaming of an aquascape so clear it looks like your fish are floating in air? Crystal clear water isn't just aesthetically pleasing;...

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May 284 min read
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Decoding Fluval's Aquasoils: Stratum vs. Bio-Stratum – What's the Difference?
Ever wondered what the difference between Fluval Stratum and Bio-Stratum is, we've got you covered in this article.

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Jan 304 min read
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Should You Use Activated Carbon in Your Planted Tank? A Balancing Act
Activated carbon is a popular filtration media in aquariums, known for its ability to remove dissolved organic matter, odors, and certain...

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Feb 28, 20243 min read
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What test kits should I buy for my aquarium or planted tank?
In this article we talk about what kits you should buy when setting up and maintaining a planted aquarium.

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Apr 29, 20238 min read
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Should I use cuttlebone (calcium carbonate) for my snails in my aquarium?
The short answer is no. If you are: Doing frequent and large enough water changes with clean water Your water chemistry (GH/KH) is where...

AquascapeGuide
Jun 3, 20223 min read
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Should I use RO/DI water in my aquarium, and what is it?
It is safe to say that most people use their tap water in their aquariums and probably couldn't tell you what's in it. The main...

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Feb 18, 20213 min read
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Neocaridina Shrimp in Planted Aquariums
I fell in love with shrimp a few years back and started doing research on them. Everyone said things like, "You can't keep neos in a...

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