How to Maintain Cleanliness and Balance in an Aquarium

It is so pleasant to watch bright fish swimming in clean water, algae swaying, and silvery bubbles rising... To keep the water in the aquarium clean and clear, the fish vibrant and active, and ensure that watching them brings only joy, you should take care of cleaning tools in advance and maintain the optimal biological balance in the aquarium. Many factors affect water quality: temperature, lighting, water composition, and the number of inhabitants... In fact, taking care of the aquarium and keeping it clean is very simple; you just need to buy the necessary equipment and accessories once.

Water Filters: Types and Purposes

An aquarium filter can be external, internal, or hang-on. The choice depends on the size of the aquarium. External filters are usually more powerful and are used for cleaning large bodies of water, while internal filters are more compact and are located directly in the aquarium. Hang-on filters are usually recommended for small or round aquariums and perform mechanical and biological water purification.

Hang-on filters can also function as a compressor, returning water to the aquarium in the form of a small waterfall. Compressors for the aquarium are necessary because they oxygenate the water, which fish and other underwater inhabitants breathe. This is a must-have if there are no live plants in the aquarium or if there are very few. Some labyrinth fish do not require aeration, but its presence positively affects their appearance, so buying a compressor for the aquarium will not be unnecessary, especially since their price is quite affordable.

Water filters are also divided into several types based on functionality:

• mechanical;

• chemical;

• biological.

The simplest models only remove mechanical impurities from the water. This is not bad, but they do not affect the development of nitrogen-releasing bacteria. Therefore, experts recommend buying filters that combine mechanical and biological water purification. Some models have the function of chemical cleaning of the aquarium; for this, you need to buy special cartridges and change them regularly.

Remember that the filter requires maintenance; it should be disassembled and thoroughly cleaned to perform its functions and keep the water in the aquarium clear.

Water Care Products

Besides the filter, the quality of the water can also be maintained with special liquids or tablets. These products can be used to launch the aquarium faster and replace water, control the development of microorganisms and algae. They are completely safe for fish and other underwater inhabitants. At «Masterzoo», you can purchase:

• anti-algae products;

• water preparation products before pouring into the aquarium;

• products for stabilizing water parameters in the aquarium;

• products for creating an optimal biological environment, etc.

You can also buy vitamins for the aquarium inhabitants. Thanks to vitamins, fish get sick less, withstand stress better, and are brighter and more active. Water care products should be used according to the instructions.