Starting a Tank
First setups: choosing a kit, cycling, and the order jobs should happen in.
Moving an Established Aquarium Without Losing the Cycle
A tank move is a filter move with extra steps. The order to break it down in, what must stay wet, and how to bring it back up on the same day.
Choosing Between a Kit and a Bare Tank
Kits save decisions; bare tanks save money and give better components. A straight comparison, plus who each option genuinely suits.
What Is Actually in an Aquarium Starter Kit
Two kits at the same price can differ by a heater, a hood or a filter cartridge. Here is the full list of what a tank needs on day one and what kits usually leave out.