Basic Advice
Is Your Aquarium Technician Educated?
The aquarium techs, or “aquarists”, that are entrusted to maintain and install some of Chicagoland’s most incredible aquariums are among the best trained in the nation. This kind of training doesn’t come from simple hands-on experience or by coming from a hobbyist background, it comes with continuing education for everyone from our newest employee to… […]
The Versatility of Artificial Corals
If you’ve read through our Designer’s Aquarium Checklist you should know that there are two types of salt water aquariums: reef aquariums, which contain fish and a variety of live corals, and “fish only” aquariums, where there are a number of varieties of fish and artificial corals. The main reason these two types exist is… […]
Feeding Salwater Fish, and Rod’s Food
Feeding a saltwater aquarium is one of the most important parts of ensuring success in the hobby of fishkeeping. You might be surprised to learn that 99% of ornamental aquarium fish are hand caught in the ocean. These fish have had a very diverse diet which we must try and recreate in the home aquarium… […]
The Feng Shui of Aquarium Design
One of the favorite parts of my job is the “design” aspect of planning a new aquarium installation. When I walk into a new client’s home or office and they say “OK Jon, where does it go?,” I get to use everything I know to help them make the most of their new aquarium. […]
Aquarium Algae and the Beauty of Cleaning Magnets
The one potential downside of aquarium ownership is the growth of brown or green algae that builds up on the aquarium’s walls and décor. […]
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Small Aquariums: A Great Entry-Level Option
There is nothing more impressive than a giant aquarium serving as a room divider, built into a wall or free-standing, to completely change the dynamic of a room. […]
LED Lighting for Aquariums
Techs and newbies alike need to know the latest exciting updates in aquarium technology, and Blue Planet Aquarium is here to provide them. […]
Jon Wolf featured on Angie's List
This week our very own Jon Wolf of Blue Planet Aquarium Service was featured on Angie’s List. Jon Wolf provided the readers of Angie’s List expert advice on “How to Choose an Aquarium” for your home. Advice included how to choose an aquarium style, an aquarium type, and the inhabitants. […]
Designer's Guide to Aquariums
Aquarium ownership is on the rise in the United States! Learn the basics for bringing an amazing part of nature indoors for your viewing pleasure. Integrating Aquarium Styles into a Home or Office An introduction to freshwater, saltwater and reef aquariums An introduction to aquarium materials and concerns Learn how you can incorporate aquariums into… […]
Designer's Aquarium Checklist
Are you a designer, architect, or contractor? If so, our goal is to make your life easier and provide you with valuable resources for inspiration and presentations. This week we put together a a checklist of a few basic considerations for designing for an aquarium. […]