May 12, 2013 · I'm doing a 40g build with a sump and am wondering if I need a refugium. I'll have a skimmer and plan to keep softies, LPS and SPS. It will not be an ultra-low nutrient setup. I know …

Jan 24, 2013 · After reading the articles on the most recent Coral magazine “Refugiums gone Wild”, I’ve decided to add my knowledge and experience on the subject. Both Julian Sprung and Marc …

Jul 15, 2020 · Assuming you have an adequate space for either setup which one do you prefer? Algae Scrubbers or Refugiums or something else?

May 20, 2021 · The refugium means lighting up your entire sump and getting algae growth in places you don't want it, like on equipment. Also cheato grows in a ball or glumps together creating dark spots …

Jun 15, 2013 · Notice in this article how running the lights in the refugium when the display lights are off makes the pH much more steady. They do not have to or need to run 24/7 and its probably better for …

Oct 22, 2020 · The refugium drained into the return section which did not work at all. The drain has to be in the same chamber as the pump or it messes up the levels in the sump. Instead of moving the …

Apr 28, 2021 · The refugium is an auxiliary tank on your main, display tank. It serves as a sort of refuge for both primary producers and primary consumers (i.e. intermediaries) such as pods. There, …

Jun 6, 2019 · As the title suggests, what steps, if any, do you use to keep your refugium functioning at top efficiency. I have a lot of sea lettuce and chaeto so I need to thin some out and clean the walls etc.

Apr 18, 2021 · I'm in the process of setting up my new tank and I'm looking to incorporate a refugium as part of the sump. I have a few questions about the macroalgae and thought what better forum to ask …

Aug 4, 2020 · Hey There! So I'm looking into getting a hang on back refugium for my 55 gallon tank. Mainly to help out with elevated nitrate and phosphate, and having a safe place for pods to …