Do It Yourself Aquarium Stand

This design is actually a compilation of several designs all wrapped up into one to maximize strength. The basic principle of the design is two box frames connected by four legs. The upper supports the tank and transfers the load to the legs. The legs are made of several pieces of 2X4 to assist [...]

Do It Yourself Floating Plants

1. Purchase 1/2″ pipe, found at your local Lowes or Home Depot. You could also use PVC pipe or any plastic alternative if you’d prefer it.
2. Cut the pipe to the size you would like for your particular aquarium.

3. Get some plastic plants from your local craft store.

4. Drill a series [...]

Do It Yourself Coil Denitrator

In this post, you will learn how to make your own coil denitrator for your freshwater fish aquarium. For those of you that are unfamiliar with the term coil denitrator, let me explain exactly what it is:
A coil denitrator is nothing more than a cylinder with a coil of tubing and some bio-balls. [...]