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Keeping Your Aquarium Cool During Hot Weather
During the summer months, periods of high heat can cause your fish tank to overheat. We recommend some precautions you can take.
Stewart Kessel
May 16, 20243 min read
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What Temperature should my Aquarium be?
The correct temperature for your aquarium depends on the fish you keep. Most commonly kept tropical species are happy between 24 and 27°C.
Stewart Kessel
May 3, 20246 min read
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Beginners Guide to Aquarium Water Chemistry
A beginner's guide to aquarium water chemistry, introducing key water parameters important for the health and well-being of your fish.
Stewart Kessel
Jan 8, 202410 min read
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5 Aquarium Gadgets for Christmas
Is one of your fish keeping friends also mad keen on gadgets? Well, here are five aquarium gadgets that would make ideal Christmas gifts.
Stewart Kessel
Dec 6, 20233 min read
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5 Aquascaping Book Gifts for Christmas
Need to know what to buy your fish keeping friend this Christmas? Here are some aquascaping book ideas that would make fantastic gifts.
Stewart Kessel
Dec 6, 20232 min read
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Aquarium Gifts for Christmas
Need to know what to buy your fish keeping friend or family member for Christmas? Here are some fantastic gift ideas to suit all budgets.
Stewart Kessel
Dec 6, 20235 min read
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Aquarium Cost-Saving Tips
Six tips to help reduce the running costs of your freshwater aquarium
Stewart Kessel
Mar 17, 20234 min read
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Freshwater Aquarium Running Costs
How much does it cost to run an aquarium? Are you concerned about the increased cost of electricity and want to calculate running costs?
Stewart Kessel
Oct 26, 20227 min read
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How to Keep your Aquarium Cool
During hot weather, your aquarium water temperature will inevitably increase. Here are some quick tips to keep it cool and its occupants hea
Stewart Kessel
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Aquariums: Good for Physical & Mental Wellbeing
Did you know that keeping aquarium fish can help reduce your heart rate and blood pressure, as well as decrease anxiety and stress?
Stewart Kessel
Jun 29, 20222 min read
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Frequent Fishkeeping Mistakes
What are the most common mistakes made by those new to the fishkeeping hobby as well as more experienced aquarists?
Stewart Kessel
Apr 29, 20221 min read
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Blog: Trip to Aqua Telford 2021
A short blog report of my road trip to Aqua 2021 Telford UK. A water gardening and aquatic trade event showcasing new fishkeeping products.
Stewart Kessel
Nov 26, 20215 min read
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Are You Killing Your Aquarium Fish!
Have your aquarium fish been acting strangely? Are you suffering what seems to be unexplained fish deaths?
Stewart Kessel
Oct 19, 20215 min read
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Introducing New Fish into your Aquarium
When introducing new fish to your aquarium, correct acclimatisation is imperative.
Stewart Kessel
Sep 6, 20215 min read
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Going on Holiday - What about your fish?
Are you concerned about the health of your aquarium fish whilst you are away on holiday or business?
Stewart Kessel
Apr 19, 20215 min read
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Second-Hand Fish Tank - Bargain or Mistake?
Are second-hand aquariums a shrewd, money-saving move or something you may regret?
Stewart Kessel
Apr 3, 20213 min read
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How Many Fish Can I Keep in My Aquarium
The question 'How many fish can I keep in my fish tank?' is such a common question for both beginner and experienced fishkeepers alike.
Stewart Kessel
Mar 17, 20215 min read
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How Do I Measure Fish Length?
The Standard Fish Length is a measure from the tip of the snout of the fish to the caudal peduncle.
Stewart Kessel
Mar 16, 20211 min read
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Product Review: Aquarium Filter Hose Brushes
What is the best hose brush to clean the pipework of an external canister filter?
Stewart Kessel
Feb 27, 20213 min read
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Items Required for Aquarium Maintenance
A list of essential items of equipment & supplies required to clean and maintain your freshwater aquarium.
Stewart Kessel
Jan 31, 202111 min read
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Tips For Planted Aquarium Success
The 5 key factors to planted aquarium success.
Stewart Kessel
Dec 31, 20201 min read
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Water Chemistry: Hardness KH & GH
An introductory series of article on aquarium water chemistry. What are KH & GH hardness values and why are they important in an aquarium.
Stewart Kessel
Nov 11, 20203 min read
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Water Chemistry: pH & Buffering Capacity
An introductory series of articles on aquarium water chemistry. What is pH and buffering capacity and why are they important in an aquarium?
Stewart Kessel
Nov 10, 20204 min read
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10 Easy Steps to Setting up an Aquarium
Are you thinking of setting up your first freshwater aquarium but may be confused about how to start? Follow our 10 step guide.
Stewart Kessel
Nov 6, 20209 min read
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