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Video: Drilling an Aquarium to Add a Skimmer Box

By Luke • Jul 2nd, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks, Videos

A great video example of drilling an aquarium to add a skimmer box. The end result looks like it will work well.



Videos: Reef Tank DIY Sump System

By Luke • Jul 1st, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks, Videos

Want to learn how to set up a DIY reef rank sump system? Check out these two videos, parts one and two.



How to Flush Rowaphos Before Use in Your Aquarium

By Luke • Jun 8th, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks

Here’s a quick video I put together that shows how I flush Rowaphos – proper flushing with purified water is vital to efficient use of this media.



How to Hand Off Your Aquarium to a Babysitter

By Luke • May 10th, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks

It happens to every aquarium owner eventually. You decide you are going to go on a vacation or leave home for a while. What are you going to do with your aquarium?



How To Easily Cure Live Rock in a New Saltwater Aquarium

By Luke • May 8th, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks

There is an easy way to cure the live rock during the aquarium setup process, without having to use another separate aquarium or curing tank.



How To Build A Light Bulb Aquarium

By Luke • Jan 30th, 2010 • Category: Tips and Tricks

Here’s a great idea for those who are looking to recycle and reuse. And it’s a nice conversation piece as well.