After you\u2019ve cleaned the inside of the tank, the decorations, the gravel and the outside of the tank, replace all the decorations and top up the water. Wait for two weeks or so before cleaning the filter. The filter contains some of the beneficial bacteria you may have just removed during cleaning. By waiting to clean or change the filter, you will restore the beneficial bacteria back to your tank environment. This will return your tank\u2019s eco-system back to a fish-friendly place. Changing your filter right away may introduce ammonia to the environment and kill your fish.<\/p>\n

When you are ready to clean your filter, those with carbon filters or ion-exchange resins should not replace them if they are less than three weeks old. Filter media such as ceramic, fiber or sponge should be rinsed and returned to the filter, not replaced. Clean the filter tubing and other parts of the filter also. A small brush may be helpful to remove debris.<\/p>\n

A nice, clean fish tank helps you get more enjoyment out of your fish. Clean your tank on a regular basis to avoid needing a major cleaning and risking an environmental upset. To maintain your clean tank, scrape the glass every week and vacuum the gravel regularly. Clean any decorations or plants as soon as you notice any algae on them. Follow the manufacturer\u2019s directions on how often to change your filter media or if you should rinse it. After you\u2019re done cleaning your tank, clean all tools and supplies and make sure they are only used for the fish tank. For more information, there are many videos online to help you learn how to clean your fish tank like this one<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Fish make great pets because they are relatively low maintenance and can add a soothing aspect to your home. Fish don\u2019t need to be walked or any special attention plus they are inexpensive as well. Maintaining a healthy fish tank is essential to keeping healthy fish. Many first time owners aren\u2019t sure how to clean their tanks. This article will help you understand the proper way to clean a fresh water fish tank. You\u2019ll need the following supplies before you clean your tank: Strainer Bucket Bowl or temporary tank Clean towels and rags Algae scraper Water siphon Aquarium cleaner Filter <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28064,"featured_media":11067,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[64,4046],"tags":[4134,4116,2550],"yoast_head":"\n