Don’t top off with tap water! Here’s why and how to fix it.

In this video I demonstrate why topping off with tap water can be problematic over the long term. Together with simple ways to monitor your tank, and correct any issues that might arise.

Set up in 1995, and 2007 respectively these low tech (Walstad inspired) aquaria have been in continuous operation ever since. They’ve only had a handful of water changes over their lives, the substrate has never been cleaned or disturbed (no siphoning, gravel vacuuming etc) They run entirely at natures pace, with no additives, no fertilisers, no CO2, no chemicals etc. Many of the plants in the main aquarium were planted back in 1995, and continue to thrive until this day.

The only things that are added to these aquaria are fish food and water.

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But most importantly enjoy your aquarium, don’t be a slave to it.

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