I have wondered how long you can go in a planted aquarium before you need to rescape. It is definately less than two years. I know this because that is how long our
Spec V Aquarium Rescape – 2019
Budget Aquarium Automation Using Smart Plugs
My first step in automating our Spec V aquarium was to add a Leviton timer to control the light on/off cycles. It worked well, but I started to wish for something easier to adjust / program. Also, I wanted a way to easily turn off and on the pump and foresaw a future need to control a CO2 solenoid. An aquarium automation system (like the Neptune Apex Jr.) would have worked, but a solution more in line with our budget and needs turned out to be Smart Plugs.
Aquarium Maintenance – Sometimes Good Enough is Best
I have struggled over the past year to keep our Spec V maintained. Specifically, the weekly water changes have often stretched to every two, three, or even four weeks. I have seen the tank
Fluval Spec V Aquarium Review
The Spec V is the cornerstone of the Fluval aquarium lineup, and is the inspiration of this website. It became my personal aquarium in 2013; I quickly fell in love with it and was motivated to share what I have learned about modifying and maintaining this great aquarium.
This review is now updated for the new and improved version of the Fluval Spec V, which
Upcoming in Spec-Tanks for 2018
It’s not great that my ‘Upcoming in Spec-Tanks 2018’ update is coming out in April. It’s also not ideal that much of what is upcoming in 2018 I hoped to do in 2017 but didn’t. What can I say, it’s
2017 Fluval Spec V Aquarium Journal
It’s a little overdue, but here is the Spec V aquarium journal for 2017. It’s a little monotonous for reading, but for those interested, it sheds some light on maintenance schedule . It will give you an idea of maintenance, changes that I’ve made, etc.
How to Adjust CO2 Flowrate in a Planted Aquarium
People who read my instructional on putting together a paintball CO2 system are left hanging – it’s all assembled – what now? This follow up will help in the process of getting that needle valve adjusted to how much CO2 your planted
MuFan Aquarium Algae Scraper Review
My standard tool for aquarium glass cleaning has been our trusty Mag-Float. It has performed well over the years and still has a place in our tank; however, I’ve been looking for something better suited
