How to maintain a biorb aquarium?

How to maintain a biorb aquarium?

The advantage of Biorb aquariums is that they are sold with lighting, pump and filtration system. Plus, maintaining a BiOrb aquarium is child's play! To do this, you will need to equip yourself with the right tools and plan about 30 minutes per week.

What tools are needed to maintain your biorb aquarium?

To maintain a biorb aquarium (and like all other models), you will need to be well equipped. Here is a list of items to gather before changing the water in your aquarium:

• Multi-function aquarium cleaning tool;
• Aquarium vacuum cleaner;
• biorb maintenance kit;
• Water conditioner;
• Exterior glass cleaner;
• Microfiber cloth.

What method should you follow to maintain your biorb aquarium?

Now that you have gathered all the necessary tools, all you have to do is apply the following method.

First, turn off and remove the light carefully to avoid electric shock. Then, remove the sculptures and decorative elements before cleaning them with your multi-purpose cleaning tool and hot water. With the same tool, clean the interior panes of your aquarium and remove all visible debris and algae. Be sure to rub well into the corners.

Even if the gravel looks dull, resist the urge to strip it all off and clean it outside of the tank. This could harm the balance of the biotope. Prefer the use of an aquarium vacuum cleaner. This one will come to maintain the ground and the walls of the aquarium gently.

Secondly, clean the bubble diffuser tube with the multifunction cleaning tool and remove the old filter. Then, suck up between 5 to 10% of the volume of water in your aquarium. To know how much water to remove, calculate the nitrate level of your aquarium. If it is between 10 to 20 mg/L, remove a small amount of water every week. Beyond that, change up to 20% of your water volume.

Before adding new water, discard the old filter and open your biorb maintenance kit. This contains a filter cartridge, a cleaning pad and an anti-chlorine water conditioner. These elements will help you finalize the maintenance of your aquarium.

When the water becomes clear, insert the new biorb filter. Replace your sculptures and decorations inside your aquarium. Then add new water. This must be the same temperature as the water already present in the aquarium, or even a little cooler. Use the sponge to gently pour the water! Finish by adding a few drops of water conditioner.

Finally, don't forget the exterior windows! To polish them, use a special cleaner and a microfiber cloth. From now on, all you have to do is turn on the light and the air pump to be able to admire your fish in their new environment.

What to remember to maintain your biorb aquarium

To maintain your biorb aquarium, start with the decorative elements, continue with the interior windows and then finish with the water change and the exterior windows. And for even more tips and tricks for maintaining your aquarium, browse our blog!