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Guides & How-Tos

Learn how to properly set up and maintain your reef aquarium with these helpful articles, guides, and step-by-step instructions.
  1. How To Build a Sump - DIY Sump Baffle Kit

    How To Build a Sump - DIY Sump Baffle Kit

    A sump is an essential filtration system for many reef aquariums, providing increased water volume, better filtration, and a space to hide equipment such as protein skimmers and heaters. By setting...
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  2. How To Care For Chaetomorpha

    How to Care for Chaeto & Tips for the Best Results

    How to Care for Chaeto & Tips for the Best Results Chaetomorpha, commonly known as Chaeto, is one of the most popular macroalgae choices for reef tank refugiums. Its dense, green, fibrous...
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  3. Reef Ready or All-In-One Tank | What's The Best Choice?

    Reef Ready or All-In-One Tank | What's The Best Choice?

    Choosing the right aquarium setup is a crucial first step in creating a thriving marine environment, and two of the most popular options for saltwater enthusiasts are reef-ready aquariums and...
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  4. Top Reverse Osmosis DI Resin Mistakes to Avoid

    Top Reverse Osmosis DI Resin Mistakes to Avoid

    The last and final stage of your RO/DI system is the DI stage where water passes through deionization resin. DI resin is a special material that captures dissolved ions from the water. It is...
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  5. How To Care For Sea Urchins

    How To Care For Sea Urchins

    Essential Tips for Sea Urchin Care Sea urchins are fascinating and beneficial additions to saltwater reef aquariums. Known for their unique appearance and utility as natural algae eaters, these...
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  6. How To Care For Trochus Snails

    How To Care For Trochus Snails

    Trochus Snails: The Perfect Algae-Eating Cleanup Crew Trochus Snails are indispensable members of any reef tank cleanup crew, prized for their algae-eating abilities and resilience. Native to...
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  7. How To Tune Your Protein Skimmer Like a Pro!

    How To Tune Your Protein Skimmer Like a Pro

    A protein skimmer is an essential piece of equipment for reef aquariums that is designed to remove organic waste and dissolved proteins before they break down into harmful compounds like ammonia and...
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  8. How To Care For Peppermint Shrimp

    How To Care For Peppermint Shrimp

    Peppermint Shrimp, part of the family Lysmata, are fascinating and functional additions to saltwater aquariums, known for their attractive red and white striped patterns and invaluable role in...
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