Water Storage

Besides your fish tank and filter, clean water is especially important for your discus. In this article, we'll give you suggestions on how to effectively store your discus' water. THE STATE...

Filtration Basics

WHAT ARE THE THREE MAIN TYPES OF AQUARIUM FILTRATION SYSTEMS? 1. Chemical filtration systems In these systems, carbon, resins, or other chemicals act as a magnet to pull impurities out of the...

Reverse Osmosis Filtration

WHAT IS REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) FILTRATION? Reverse osmosis (RO) filters water by pressing it against a semipermeable membrane that allows only water molecules enter, but halts minerals, trace elements, and other...

Cycling the Aquarium

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT THAT I CYCLE MY DISCUS AQUARIUM? Discus are delicate creatures requiring very clean water, and cycling your aquarium will help you achieve that. Cycling the aquarium helps...