If you have ever admired a painting and were stunned by its beauty, or if you have ever looked at nature and were mesmerized by what you saw, you know about the importance of light and color balance.My favorite artists use the whole color palette to create their masterpieces. They do not use one tone to paint something beautiful. They incorporate as many dark colors as they do … [Read more...] about Philips, Giesemann Combine for Stellar Reef Aquarium LED/T5 Hybrid Lighting
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Why it’s important to use a PAR Meter and what are the right PAR levels for your reef tank. MQ-500: Full-Spectrum Quantum Meter.
As I was walking in nature, I glazed at the beauty of sun-soaked trees. And it got me thinking how much we depend on light. Every creature from this planet.Without the Sun, we would be a block of ice, devoid of life and everything we cherish in here. The light that helps us see also warms the Earth and provides plants with a direct energy source. We wouldn’t be alive without … [Read more...] about Why it’s important to use a PAR Meter and what are the right PAR levels for your reef tank. MQ-500: Full-Spectrum Quantum Meter.
Upgrading Our Private Sun – Giesemann SPECTRA Metal Halide/T5 Hybrid Review
In my opinion, an aquarium system should be efficient and beautiful. What’s the use spending countless hours refining your aquascape design if the system is a convoluted mess?Regardless of interior design skills, lighting fixtures are a notorious smudge on an otherwise flawless system design. For years, this visual smudge was unavoidable. Reef tanks require specific lighting, … [Read more...] about Upgrading Our Private Sun – Giesemann SPECTRA Metal Halide/T5 Hybrid Review
Be the Champion of Power Outages – Champion Dual Fuel Generator Review.
It’s hard to imagine life without electricity. Actually, I think it’s hard to imagine life without anything that’s simplified living.That is until there’s a power outage. In a matter of seconds, you’re thrust back into the dark ages, literally. Sure, the occasional power outage isn’t much to fear. As long as it comes back before your iPhone, laptop or Kindle dies, then all’s … [Read more...] about Be the Champion of Power Outages – Champion Dual Fuel Generator Review.
Reef Hacks Nano Reef Tank Guide – Our Recipe for Success.
What’s stopping you from diving into the mysterious waters of reefing?For most aspiring aquarists, it’s not the time or money required by this hobby. Sure, it’s not the cheapest or most passive hobby. But these qualities aren’t too different from any other hobby. I mean, have you seen the cost of model airplane paint? It’s crazy! Author:As a lifelong aquarist, Yuliya has an … [Read more...] about Reef Hacks Nano Reef Tank Guide – Our Recipe for Success.
The Spectrum of Innovation – Mitras LX 7206 LED Lighting Review.
Standing on the shores of the vast ocean, my eyes stung from the intense tropical sun. Reaching for my sunglasses, I felt the warmth of our star as I silently appreciated its brightness.After a seemingly unending winter of gray skies and frigid temperatures, basking in the warm caress of our star was a welcomed reprieve. Burying my toes in the hot sand, my mind drifted beyond … [Read more...] about The Spectrum of Innovation – Mitras LX 7206 LED Lighting Review.
ReefBrite XHO Blue LED Strip Review – The Power of Refined Illumination.
Lighting for a reef tank is as important for coral development as sunlight is for us land dwellers. Basically, without quality light sources, your tank is destined for lackluster growth.Reefers who entered this multidimensional hobby with little knowledge or experience are often shocked to learn about not only the true impact of light, but how many different tank-specific … [Read more...] about ReefBrite XHO Blue LED Strip Review – The Power of Refined Illumination.
Illuminating Reef Tank – Reef Tank Lighting Guide for Beginners.
There’s no denying the power of light. From warming our planet to growing our food, life itself wouldn’t exist without the illuminating gift of sunlight.Few hobbies amplify the complex world of light to the degree as reef tanks. As many novice reefers realize, lighting is far more than an aesthetic design. This doesn’t mean you can’t appease your visual style with appropriate … [Read more...] about Illuminating Reef Tank – Reef Tank Lighting Guide for Beginners.
ATI SunPower T5 Review – The Brightness of Reef Tank Health.
As children, science class taught us the importance of sunlight. With wide eyes and eager brains, we strained to grasp the concept that the brightly glowing ball in the sky was more than the source of summertime waterpark adventures.Like trees reaching up toward the heavens to bask in the life-giving sunlight, we continued our quest of knowledge. For some, the impact of this … [Read more...] about ATI SunPower T5 Review – The Brightness of Reef Tank Health.
Seneye Reef Product Review – Safeguard Tank Vibrancy, Health & Longevity
Many years ago, I made a decision that would change my life forever. As an avid freshwater aquarist, I admired the skill and dedication of my saltwater tank colleagues. For years, I sat in amazement as the gentle sound of flowing water propelled me into the beautiful aquascape of tropical fish and otherworldly coral designs.Like millions of others, I set out into the salty … [Read more...] about Seneye Reef Product Review – Safeguard Tank Vibrancy, Health & Longevity