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For Our Local Customers - Beginner Classes: Do you need to learn about filtration equipment, cycling, and water quality? Come in and talk to us. Say "NO" to biowheels, canister filters, and tanks without built-in overflow!


We've created the Vivid Aquariums Beginner's School to help the hands-on beginning hobbyist understand what it takes to set up and maintain a successful aquarium. The Beginner's School is written in a simple, straight-forward style. We recommend our Beginner's School as a starting point before beginning a saltwater aquarium to get a good base of information or as a reference guide. But it is by no means everything you ever need to know. This is why we recommend additional books.

It is important to read as much as possible, and talk to other experienced hobbyists. Setting up your saltwater aquarium correctly the first time will save a lot of time and money, and you will get more enjoyment from the hobby for years to come.

Patience is a virtue -- especially in this hobby!

Sincerely,

Dave and Your Vivid Aquariums Team

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Read sections 1-5 in order for a complete description of an aquarium system
1. Things to consider before purchasing an aquarium
2. What are the main components of a complete filter system?
3. What is cycling? (ammonia, nitrite, nitrate)
4. Salinity, pH, and Alkalinity
5. Water Quality and Movement
Curing and Setting Live Rock
Controlling Algae
Cleaning and Maintenance
Fish Compatibility Groups
Feeding Livestock
Lighting Requirements
Water Parameters
About Calcium Reactors
About Chillers
About Overflow Boxes
About Protein Skimmers
About Pumps
About Refugiums
About RO Water Filters
About Sumps
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