Tag Archives: maintenance
Aquarium Neglect
Due to hectic home and work loads lately, I’ve been neglecting my 26 gallon aquarium. It’s been over run with duckweed (though it has been beneficial), algae, and the water level has been a bit low. I haven’t been keeping … Continue reading
Planted Aquarium Water Quality
One of the most important aspects of any aquarium is water quality. Different species of fish, invertebrates, and even plants need specific ranges of water quality. When you clean an aquarium and perform a water change, you generally use a … Continue reading
Daylight Saving Time and Aquariums
As much as I hate Daylight Saving Time, it’s a good time to check your aquarium timers. Over time, mechanical timers loose their accuracy. You should be checking them monthly to make sure they’re accurate, but today is a great … Continue reading
Weekly Aquarium Maintenance Schedule
Every aquarium requires maintenance, whether it be saltwater, black water, freshwater, or planted aquariums. Maintenance can include water changes, top offs, cleaning the glass, trimming plants, or even adding fertilizers. Here’s my weekly maintenance schedule: Monday: 1/16 tsp Trace, 2 … Continue reading
Current House Projects
Image via Wikipedia I’ve been working on a bunch of projects around my house. So much to do, so little time to do it. Complete wiring house for gigabit network Repair downstairs toilet Replace shower in master bedroom Replace faucet … Continue reading





