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Aquarium maintenance is directly related to following the basic fish keeping rules. The filter system will not be able to maintain water quality if the tank is overcrowded; fish are fed with too much food; and partial water changes are seldom done. Maintaining a fish tank will not require so much time if it is properly set up, and regular cleaning is always observed.

Owners should make it a habit to closely check on the fish, and the water temperature daily or every two days. Once each week, the inside and outside part of the glass should be cleaned, and 10–15% of the water should be changed. It is strongly recommended that this task be done on the same day every week so it will be easily remembered.

Cleaning the tank is fairly easy, especially if it is not overcrowded, and the fish are not over fed. An under-crowded tank also means that there is no need to frequently perform extensive cleaning, specifically on the filter system.

If a person owns a big fish that eats more food, it is expected that greater waste products will be produced; hence, about 50% of the water should be changed when cleaning. Apart from that, the size of the tank should also be taken into consideration.

When changing water, it is highly suggested to use a specialized hydro-vacuum. This accessory is made of a siphon hose, and a special attachment that looks like a long clear tube, much bigger than the siphon hose. This attachment is placed inside the tank to suck out the water. With the aid of this equipment, the cleaning process will be a lot easier and faster.

Keep in mind that an aquarium that is properly maintained can greatly help to highlight its focal feature — which is of course the fish. And by integrating a stylish aquarium stand and an attractive canopy, you can easily boost the visual charm and aesthetic appeal of the fish tank with very little effort!

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