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Filtration & Media

Explore aquarium filtration and filter media with videos and educational articles focused on modern filtration techniques. Everything from biological filter media and filter socks to carbon, GFO, refugiums, media reactors, and so much more.
  1. How to Prevent and Remove Cyanobacteria From Your Aquarium - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 5

    How to Prevent and Remove Cyanobacteria From Your Aquarium - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 5

    Cyanobacteria can be a real pain in the rear but taking the right steps to prevention can save you a ton of effort in the long run. Learn how to prevent, remove, and control Red Slime in your...
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  2. HOB & Canister Filters – Good or Bad for Saltwater?

    HOB & Canister Filters – Good or Bad for Saltwater?

    Are canister filters a viable solution for saltwater aquarium owners?  Let's Discuss! While hang-on-back (HOB) power filters and canister filters are common in freshwater aquariums, their...
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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. Algal Filtration - Refugium vs. Algae Turf Scrubbers

    Algae-Based Nutrient Control - Refugium vs. Algae Turf Scrubbers

    Maintaining a healthy and thriving saltwater reef aquarium often comes down to managing nutrients effectively. Excess nutrients, such as nitrates and phosphates, can lead to nuisance algae growth,...
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  6. What Makes Red Sea’s NanoMat So Awesome?

    What Makes Red Sea’s NanoMat So Awesome?

    The Red Sea NanoMat Fleece Roller is a plug-and-play automatic fleece filter system for small saltwater aquariums. Although it was designed specifically for the Red Sea Max Nano G2 Aquarium, it will...
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  7. Natural Reef Tank Filtration: What's The Difference Between Algae Turf Scrubbers & Refugiums?

    Natural Reef Tank Filtration: What's The Difference Between Algae Turf Scrubbers & Refugiums?

    For reef aquarium enthusiasts, maintaining pristine water quality is paramount. Use algae as a means of natural filtration has become a very popular option because it's low maintenance and highly...
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  8. Reef Factory Smart Filter Roller

    Reef Factory Smart Filter Roller

        Maintaining the water quality in your saltwater aquarium has never been smarter or more efficient, thanks to the cutting-edge technology embedded in the Smart...
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