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Aquarium cleaning is a monthly task that must be done weather or not you want to do it. If you do it right the process can be very easy or difficult. The size of your tank can depend on how long it takes to clean. If you have a very big tank, and the tank is established then you may not want to vacuum out all of the debris it is good for the fishes growth and development. If you have a smaller tank the tank will take longer to be established and you may want to vacuum out all the debris.

When cleaning a tank, changing the filters is the first step. If you have a bio filter, or power filter changing the filters is a breeze. A under gravel filter is another story. You must remove all the plants, decor and accessories. Then you must pull it out from under the gravel to clean.

Once the filters are cleaned, replace them with new ones. If you have an underground filter do not replace it back in the tank yet. If you have an established tank then leave the plants and decor, even if they have algae on them. If you do not have an established tank or smaller tank (ten gallon or smaller) then wash off all the plants and decor. If you have real plants do not wash them.

After the accessories, decor and plants have been washed do not place them back in the tank yet. The next step is to siphon the tank. Siphon no more than one third of the water out of the tank. If there is still debris at the bottom of the tank fill it with water and re siphon until all debris is gone. If you have an established tank then only siphon out some of the debris and leave a little in the gravel.

When replacing the water only use soft water so the fish do not die of shock. Soft water is water without minerals. Tap water or filtered water is considered soft water. After the water has been replaced remember to not fill the tank too high because, the plants, decor and filters have to still be added.

Replace the under gravel filter if you have one. Also consider in investing a power filter, this will make your life a lot easier. Then replace the plants and decor. You’re all done, and now your tank is clean. Remember that cleaning a tank can be traumatizing for the fish, so they might be timid for a while after the clean.

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Owning a koi pond requires regular maintenance in order to keep the nutrients in balance. A healthy and clean pond insures that it will sustain life without the aggravation of fungi and other unwanted diseases. A healthy koi pond is beautiful. One way to achieve this is to clean the pond naturally with products such as Bioverse’s all-natural pond cleaners.

For many years, the only way to clean a pond was to use harsh chemicals which weren’t good for the environment. Nowadays, with attention to products being eco-friendly, there are better choices for naturally cleaning ponds. These cleaners use all naturally derived ingredients that don’t introduce foreign chemical based products into the water.

Here are a few things to think about when looking for a natural cleaner.

1. Does the product claim the ingredients are biodegradable? This is very important when choosing a natural cleaner that doesn’t introduce chemicals into the environment.

2. Is it safe? The cleaner used should not only be safe for wildlife and fish, it should also be safe for children. Some companies even produce special dispensers that will dissolve over time, leaving no waste or chemicals in the water.

3. The most important aspect of the product is its effectiveness. It’s supposed to clean the pond, naturally. Research the product before purchasing on line; it could save money, time, and possibly the life of the pond.

Owning a clean koi pond can be a little work, but with products such as Bioverse’s all-natural pond cleaners, a monthly additive for the water that is completely eco-friendly, makes it a little easier. A clean pond is a sign of a healthy, natural pond.

Trey Casselman enjoys writing and taking care of koi ponds. For more information about water clarity products such as aquarium cleaner or to find about others such as koi pond cleaner products, check out the Bioverse site today.