Water Change + Clean Filter = Killed Beneficial Bacteria? (Maintenance Myth Busted)
Don’t ever do a water change and a filter cleaning at the same time or you’ll kill off the beneficial bacteria!” We’re laying out this “rule” once and for all!
Don’t ever do a water change and a filter cleaning at the same time or you’ll kill off the beneficial bacteria!” We’re laying out this “rule” once and for all!
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Doing a water change is a very important part of keeping fish, but it does take a chunk out of your day. In this article, we’ll show you seven fast and easy steps to doing a water change.
Refill your aquarium after a water change with no manual labor! This is the secret method for a faster, easier, and less expensive aquarium refill.
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An instant cycled aquarium?! Gone are the days of waiting weeks for a new tank to cycle! Let’s show you how you can instantly cycle your first aquarium safely.
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