Aquarium Blog
How an Aquarium Can Add Depth to a Space
An aquarium is more than just a way to raise fish. Depending on its size, shape, construction, placement, and the way it works with the rest of its surroundings, an aquarium can also be a part of a home’s interior design and help to transform the space around it. One absolutely great feature of aquariums… […]
Testing Equipment: What Aquarium Owners Need to Have On Hand
Fish can’t talk, so when aquarium owners want to know if everything in the aquarium is working smoothly, testing the water is the most reliable method. That’s why it’s important to keep some water testing materials on hand at all times as an aquarium owner. This is true even if your aquarium gets professionally maintained—in… […]
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Case Study: An Aquarium for Spike Lee’s Chi-Raq
This month’s case study looks at a rather unusual aquarium installation. What makes it remarkable isn’t so much the overall size of the tank, nor is it the array of animals meant to be kept in it. This was a rather simple 120 gallon glass aquarium with basic freshwater filtration and simple African Cichlid fish… […]
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Top Aquarium Trends in 2017
With the turning of the calendar, I get to write one of our favorite types of blog posts, looking ahead to aquarium trends to keep an eye on in 2017. Here are some of the big trends in aquarium design to watch for this year: Aquarium equipment costs are going down As new aquarium technology… […]
Fish Medications: What You Need to Know
If you have home aquarium that’s bigger than a fishbowl, it’s a best practice to keep medications on hand. Here are the two medications every aquarium owner needs to keep in their home. First, a note on antibiotics: We don’t recommend using antibiotics for fish tanks because A) you have to perfectly diagnose the disease… […]
4 Questions to Ask Your Aquarium Installer
If you’re looking to install any aquarium beyond the “tank on a stand” variety, you should seriously consider hiring an aquarium installation service. Before you hire an installer, however, you should ask these four key questions. Do you have experience with aquariums in general? It may seem obvious to ask this question; however, you’d be… […]
Project Highlight: Tank Rehab NFL Running Back
It was a Tuesday afternoon unlike many others, I was sitting at my desk when the phone rang. “Blue Planet Aquarium Services, Jon speaking, how can I help you?” “You have to help me!,” a woman immediately replied. “Great, I’ll dial 911 and have the police, Swat Team, ambulances, and fire trucks sent to your… […]
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Automatic Fish Feeders - Do They Work?
Do automatic fish feeders work? The short answer is yes. However, there is more to using and setting up an automatic fish feeder than may first meet the eye. We explore why, when, and how often to use an automatic fish feeder. To begin with, we only recommend automatic fish feeders on an as-needed basis.… […]
Some Tips for More Dramatic Aquarium Lighting
Are you looking for a way to “spice up” your aquarium? Dramatic lighting not only gives your aquarium an up-to-date feel, but can add depth and dimension to the surroundings for both fish and observer alike. Blue Planet recommends LED lighting over other types of lighting. LEDs offer dramatic energy savings, a variety of colors… […]
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Small Aquarium? No problem: The Best Fish for Small Tanks
Aquarium tanks come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re just starting out and want to start off with a smaller tank, or have limited space, a small aquarium needs to have the right fish for the tank. A good rule of thumb in any size aquarium is not to overcrowd the tank with too… […]
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