Reef Habitat Guides
This series reveals why live rock, live sand, and smart aquarium choices form the foundation of every thriving reef tank habitat. Beyond the “why,” it explores modern reef biology and proven methods for transforming dry, sterile rock into a living ecosystem designed for long-term success.
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Fundamentals & How To Guides | Aquarium Live Rock & Sand
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Aquarium Live Rock & Sand | Aquarium Live Rock & Sand
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SR LABS | Aquarium Live Rock & Sand
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SR LABS #1: Can We Make Cleaner Aquascapes By Camouflaging Epoxy to Rock Color? | SR LABS
This might be a bit niche, but for those setting up new tanks or mounting frags, is it valuable to know which epoxy best matches your rock? Personally, I can't stand seeing epoxy on my rocks, so I'm always looking for ways to hide it. There are many methods for concealment, but I’m wondering—does matching the epoxy to the rock work as the best starting point? Let’s find the answer togeth
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Is EcoScape Rock Really More Porous? | SR LABS
Does Rock Porosity Matter? Is the Water Void Fill Test Accurate? We Test Seven Different Rocks—You Be the Judge!
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Texturing Epoxy – Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? | SR LABS
It's time to get even more obsessive about our aquascapes. While you might not go this far on your first aquascape or frag plug, as we evolve, we all want our tanks to look as flawless as possible. I know this works on Marco rock, but does it work on other rock surfaces? And does the color of the epoxy matter? Let's find out together.
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