Soil, Sand, or Gravel? The “Floor” of Your Budget Tank

This is the foundation of your tank—literally. Beginners usually just grab the bag of “Rainbow Gravel” because it looks colorful. Stop. That clown-vomit gravel is the reason your tank is dirty and your plants are dying. For a budget tank, you have three choices: Soil, Sand, or Gravel. Each one changes how you maintain the […]

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“My Tank is Green!” — The 6-Hour Rule & The Magic of RM15 Timers

Most algae problems are not caused by “bad water” or “cheap filters.” They are caused by Human Generosity. We think: “I love my plants, so I will give them lots of light!” So we turn the light on when we wake up (7:00 AM) and turn it off when we sleep (11:00 PM). That is

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