SR How To Guides
These are proven methods behind highly successful reef tanks. They all work, but some are better, easier, or more cost effective than others. We explore each approach so you understand where the real value is and which elements matter most. If this is your first reef tank, the SR team strongly recommends choosing a method from the start. If you are an experienced reefer looking for the next leap forward, one of these approaches may be the breakthrough in your reefing journey.
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Aquascaping | SR How To Guides
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HOW TO: SR Hybrid Method For Mounting Coral Frags
If you're looking for a coral mounting method that ensures stability, supports weight, hides epoxy, keeps hands clean, allows for easy removal if needed, and doesn't disturb the skimmer, this could be the solution for you.
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A Simple Modern Aquascape: The Stacked NSA | 90/10 Pt. 8
Stacking rock is the definition of 10% effort. It’s quick and easy. But we still want it to look good. So the question is this: can we build an aquascape that looks as good as 90% of what’s out there, while also considering habitat, flow, color, and mobility, using no hammer, no chisel, and almost no time.
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QT & Introduction | SR How To Guides
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Acclimation Box | SR How To Guides
Today, Elliot and Ryan reveal how to build a fish-saving, wallet-friendly acclimation box that's better than any store-bought one!
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SRQT (Serious Quarantine) | SR How To Guides
Introducing the long-awaited update to the 80/20 QT method: SRQT by Serious Reefs. This approach proactively treats for ICH, Velvet, Brook, Uronema, and other common issues, setting it apart from the rest.
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The No-Stress Easy Way to Catch Any Fish In Your Reef Tank | SR How To
The good news is that this forced us to use and test a fish-catching method that is surprisingly simple, extremely low stress, and a lot more effective than some of the usual approaches. If you have ever struggled to remove a fish from a reef tank full of rockwork, this is one of the easiest methods we have found.
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Elements, Testing, & Dosing
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