Archive for September, 2010
440 Gallon Monster Tank Build, Part 2
After a summer of setbacks, lighting that didn’t work as expected and constant fiddling, the 440 gallon monster tank build is complete…for now.
Stephen from Hydro Innovations takes us through his tank, showing us what’s changed and where the sits …
Read moreI made it onto ReefBuilders!
If you don’t know about Reef Builder’s blog, its a great place to find out all the latest news and product offerings in the saltwater tank world.
I surf over to their today and what do I find, but my …
Read moreWhy I Don’t DIY
Someone asked me to do a Mr. Saltwater Tank TV show on do it yourself (DIY) stuff. To be 100% honest, you’ll probably never see me do a show on DIY.
Why?
Because DIY projects either:
#1: Never get started…
Read moreGot a Baby? Here’s Why You Need a Saltwater Fish Tank
People think having a baby takes you away from your tank. I say that’s a load of fish…poo…and in this episode of Mr. Saltwater Tank TV, I show you the top 3 reasons why a saltwater tank is good for …
Read moreCalcium Reactors or Dosing Pumps: Choosing is All in Your Tank Personality
When it comes to keeping your tank’s parameters as steady as possible, kalk is king, then there are 2 main choices for adding calcium/alkalinity/magnesium additives your tank: calcium reactors and dosing pumps.
Each route has its pros/cons that I’ll outline …
Read moreHow to Use Kalk Safely and Effectively in Your Tank
Kalk is king in the saltwater tank additive world. For you reef enthusiasts and reef junkies, its a must for your tank.
However, it is very potent and can ruin your whole tank if you don’t follow these steps:
#1: …
Read moreWhy Kalk is King in the Saltwater Tank Additive World
Of all the things you can add, dose, or supplement to your tank, the one that is king of them all is kalkwasser (a.k.a “kalk”).
Here’s why:
- It raises your Alkalinity/pH/calcium levels all at the same time
- It is super
Inspiration Comes from You
Last night, a lady stopped by my place to pickup a frag of Oregon Tort and she told me that she reads my blog, watches the show and how she and her boyfriend talked about my blog the whole time …
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