Aquarium Blog
How Big is Big Enough? Some Tips on Deciding on Aquarium Size
The general consensus with aquariums has typically been that bigger is always better. When you’re recreating a miniature ocean in your home or office, you may want it to be as big as the real thing. However, when it comes to aquariums, bigger doesn’t automatically mean better. Here’s how to decide what size aquarium is… […]
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How Aquascaping Can Take Your Aquarium to the Next Level
Have you heard of of the term aquascaping before? Think: landscaping for your aquarium. Aquascaping is more than just placing plants, corals, and fish in your tank. It’s creating underwater natural scenes that provide additional depth and interest to your aquarium. How it’s Different Aquascaping is a bit different from the look of your standard… […]
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Advances in Aquarium Tech and Automation
With any type of electronic device, advances in technology bring about improved usability and easier automation. This applies to aquariums as well. Here are a few of the latest advances we’ve seen in aquarium technology. Quieter Filtration Pumps Filtration pumps have always made one of those constant hums you expect with an aquarium, unless your… […]
In-Wall and Divider Aquariums: What You Need to Know
Perhaps one of the most frequent inquiries we get here at Blue Planet Aquarium is for in-wall and room divider aquariums. In the past few years, we’ve installed these types of aquariums for Environs, Grande Cheese Company, The Roberts Family, and Hot Vapes. If you’ve been thinking about getting one of these tanks into your… […]
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Aquariums and Special Needs
If you or someone you love has special needs, caring for fish and an aquarium may just be the perfect hobby. Here’s why: Fish are quiet. Oversensitivity to noise can make it hard to have pets in the house. While birds and dogs can be a problem in this respect, fish are (obviously) noiseless. In… […]
Keeping Your Aquarium Environmentally-Friendly
Your aquarium showcases the beauty of nature in the comfort of your home or office. But what if your aquarium could also help to preserve the environment by saving some energy and promoting sustainable fish-sourcing practices? Here are three ways to ensure your aquarium is as environmentally-friendly as possible. LED Lighting Reviewing your energy and… […]
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Unusual Aquariums to Inspire Your Next Design
For an aquarium design that really wows, you may want to think outside the box (the square aquarium box, that is). Here’s a look at a few unusual aquariums we’ve seen that may help inspire your next design. Inverted Aquarium This unique design takes your fish pond above the water by creating a sealed space… […]
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What Does Your Fish Selection Say About Your Office?
Did you know a recent study found that people who own fish are the happiest among pet owners? But besides being happy, what does your fish selection say about you and your office staff? An Aquarium in your Office Simply owning an aquarium shows that you and your office staff are a dedicated bunch. Aquariums… […]
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Why Your Creative Agency's Needs an Office Aquarium Right Now
Do you own a business that depends upon the creativity of your employees? Do you often wonder how you can get more innovative ideas out of your team? Many times a change of scenery can get the imaginative juices flowing, yet that’s not always possible in an office setting. What if you could bring a… […]
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A Custom Aquarium Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
If you’re considering redesigning your office, reception area, or lobby, or even reconsidering the choice of decor, think about adding in a custom aquarium. It may not be as expensive as you think and adds a greater value to your space, both financially, aesthetically, and psychologically for all groups involved: your guests, patients, and employees.… […]
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