Tank Maintenance

Top 10 Tips for a reef tank

Tip #1

regular water changes with gravel vacuuming,so simple yet so effective 

Tip #2

Keeping up with your testing to insure your reef tank is at a sustainable level

Tip #3

Maintaining a stable temperature,This is a must with coral and fish ,Major temperature swings can result in coral bleaching and polyp bailouts, Optimal reef temperatures range between 24 to 26 degrees 

Tip #4 

Do not over feed, your fish will continue to eat no matter how much food you put in causing increased nitrates and phosphates,if you are a heavy feeder watch these levels 

Tip #5

RODI water

topping up your reef tank with RODI water is a must to ensure the best living environment for your fish and coral

Tip #6

stay on top of glass cleaning to ensure the least amount of Coraline algae and other algaes from growing on your viewing panels 

Tip #7

Coral placement 

Ensure you research your coral species and requirements to meet there needs in your tank and if they are suitable 

Tip #8

Constantly be on the look out for any unwanted pest, this will ensure you get onto of anything before it gets out of control 

Tip if #9

Keeping a not pad with all changes and dosing products you do to your tank,This will help if any data is lost or forgotten 

Tip #10 

Sit back and enjoy your tank !