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How To Start A Salt Water Aquarium

Here at Reef Casa we want to set you up for success. Follow these super simple guides on how to set up and maintain your very own salt water aquarium.

Starting A Salt Water Aquarium Made Easy

Article #1: Why a reef casa all in one aquarium ?

In this guide we cover why the reef casa all in on aquarium is the best option for new hobbyists.

Explore all in one aquariums

The Perfect Aquarium & Location

Article #2: Tank Selection & Placement

In this guide we cover how to pick the right reef casa aquarium for your home and considerations in placing then tank.

Learn about picking the best reef tank

Sand or Barebottom

Article #3: The pros and cons of sand and barebottom aquariums

In this guide we cover if you should use sand or not in your all in one reef tank

Learn about sand in salt water aquariums

Aquascaping and Rock

Article #4: How to use dry rock to aquascape

In this guide we cover the benefits of using Reef Casa Foundation Dry Rock and how to aquascape.

Learn about aquascaping

Adding Water

Article #5:Tap Vs Rodi

In this guide we cover the pros and cons of using tap water vs ro vs Rodi water

Learn about adding water 

Mixing Salt Water

Article #6 :How to mix salt water

In this guide we cover how to properly mix salt water for an aquarium for the first time or for a water change.

Learn about mixing salt 

Cycling A Reef Tank

Article #6 : The nitrogen cycle covered

In this guide we cover how to properly cycle a new salt water aquarium and explain why ammonia is harmful.

Learn about aquarium cycling

Aquarium Heaters

Article #7 : Pairing the proper heater

In this guide we cover the importance of heaters and keeping your aquarium at the ideal temperature.

Learn about aquarium heaters

Aquarium Lighting

Article #8 : The most important aspect of reef tanks

In this guide we cover the LED lighting options. The most important consideration for reef aquariums and corals.

Learn about LED lighting

Salt Water Aquarium Flow

Article #9 : The importance of flow

In this guide we cover the why and how to create random flow in your aquarium.

Learn about aquarium flow

Aquarium Filtration

Article #10 :How to filter water

In this guide we cover the importance of aquarium filtration and the 3 different types of filtration.

Learn about aquarium filtration

Aquarium Testing

Article #11 : The key to success

In this guide we cover the basics of testing nitrate, phosphate, alkalinity, magnesium and calcium.

Learn about aquarium testing

Protein Skimmers

Article #12 : Do I need one ?

In this guide we cover the basics of testing nitrate, phosphate, alkalinity, magnesium and calcium.

Learn about aquarium protein skimmers

ATO – Auto Top Off’s

Article #13 : The single best piece of automation you can buy

In this guide we cover the basics of evaporation and how to combat it with an Auto Top Off

Learn about Auto Top Off’s