Dustin's Blog — Rehabbing Old Fish Tanks

Read Time: 7 mins Aquariums are an epic hobby (especially when you throw plants in the mix), but they've understandably earned a reputation for being too expensive. And that reputation is partially well-earned, especially if you have multiple tanks, uncommon fish species, are just starting out with no equipment, need good plant lights, etc. That said, there are ways to cut costs without sacrificing on your tank. Check 'em out: 1. Do your research to set up a balanced aquarium A healthy aquarium is lower-maintenance and will have fewer maintenance costs long-term as result. A balanced tank prevents fish and...

Read Time: 8 minutes So, you've found a crusty, old fish tank and have no idea if it, or your plans for a new tank, will hold water. It's easy to see a grimy tank on the curb and think, "Well, that thing's never coming into my house." But it could be a diamond in the rough. Here are tips and tricks for finding and buying secondhand fishtanks, cleaning them up, and getting them in shape for new fish and aquarium plants. For a more detailed post on fixing up cracked/broken aquariums, check this blog post out! Biggest tip we...