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Hey, I know i packed a few orders for my fellow Scottish aquascapers. Were you one of them then?

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@Ghettofarmulous glad to hear it.

Have you read our diffuser blog? Let us know what you think. https://www.co2art.co.uk/blogs/blog/the-co2-diffuser

Practical Fishkeeping Magazine just announced its shortlist for the 2022 'manufacturers Poll', and we are incredibly excited to be nominated in a category that includes some tough competition! We feel honoured, but winning would complete this year. Can you help us out? Show your support by...

1) Make sure the needle valve is open by turning it anticlockwise at least half-full-turn. 2) Switch your solenoid ON/OFF and check if you hear clicking noise inside the solenoid. Please contact our support team if you don't hear a clicking sound. 3) If you hear clicking noise, but no bubbles in...

Yellow Sakura are nice change form the reds and blues. I also think the CPD and WCMM do go well together having a similar colour palette. You may have just helped me decide on what shrimp I will be adding to my next setup.

Absolutely fantastic thread! Really enjoyed scrolling through them. Nice to see your still using our regulator. What do you plan to add livestock wise?

Hopefully this helps someone. If your solenoid is not shutting off flow when turned off, it is most likely caused by dirt from the CO2 cylinder becoming lodged on the inside of the orifice or maybe the top of the plunger. In such a situation, when the solenoid is in the OFF position, the dirt...

Running several planted tanks can be costly. Supplying each aquarium with its own CO2 adds to the cost and can be tricky if you have limited space around your tanks. Our Pro Elite regulator has the strength to supply many aquariums. By installing an additional manifold for every aquarium, you...

If you need to refill your bubble counter more than once a week, it's time to check your connections. Carefully examine all the connections between the diffuser and the bubble counter. If a leak is present, the pressure will escape, and due to low resistance, water will be pushed out of the...

When your In-line diffuser performance slows, bubbles become more prominent, and your dissolved co2 rate will drop. Of course, you can replace the full diffuser, but did you know you can replace the rubber washers and ceramic elements too? With the In-line diffuser ceramic membrane replacement...

Thanks, Tim, In a group like UKAPS, it is difficult to post something helpful. Most members are already experienced.

There are quite a few Different types of cylinders available for us in our aquariums, and people are often confused about which kind of cylinder and what connections it may use. These can be split into two main types. Standard refillable cylinders, including CO2 Fire Extinguishers These include...

Ohh, the plague! 🐌🐌🐌 😲 Snail plague in the aquarium? There is nothing worse than seeing your aquarium being taken over and even destroyed some plants by snails multiplying like mad! (worse than rabbits 🐇 🙈) Don't say we didn't warn you 😃 Our article this week is all about these little creatures...

It is a huge problem and is only made worse by politicians' invested interests and the need to grow them. Organisations responsible for the water systems should be owned by the public and without any financial benefits.

Hey Tim, We can only continue highlighting the more prominent issues and hope for the best. In the meantime, we can use this month to drive home the importance of water quality within the aquarium.

Hi JPC, Thanks for your comment, and yes, there should be an active effort to raise awareness of the dangers associated with invasive plant species. However, this post simply highlights that it is National Water Quality month. Water quality is a big part of running an aquarium which is why we...

This month has been 'National Water Quality Month' During August, many eco-activists have been focussing on the global problems connected with hydration and water quality. Pollution and the overall presence of litter in our oceans seem to get bigger and bigger each year. The worldwide climate...

This will come down to personal choice, but we are interested in finding out if you have a go-to background or if it depends on the aquarium itself. What colour looks best as the background to a planted aquarium? Light, Dark or both?

They are also very common in Spain. With the water conditions suiting them, many people keep them in mini ponds. We also see them in many of the LFS in central Scotland.

This article looks at some of the wood available in most local fish shops to decorate your aquarium. Do you have a go-to type of wood? Don't forget to take advantage of the UKAPS 15% discount when ordering from CO2Art.co.uk. Just enter the discount code: UKAPSCOMMUNITY at the checkout.

It is advised to use CO2 from the start. They are hungry little plants and have been receiving nutrients from the jelly in the tub so a quality soil is needed.

In the experience we have had, although smaller and slow to take off, they have all grown well. We found with on-point water changes and close to an overdose on ferts, they produce very healthy aquascapes. Our favourite method when using In Vitro plants is EI dosing.

Does the monetised benefit come from cloning a single plant, perhaps? While this saving does not reach the end user, adding In vitro plants directly into your aquarium without any QT indeed has advantages. The topic certainly generates an interesting discussion.

I believe you are correct. Once plants are within the aquarium setting they are no more resistant to "pests" than any other plant. Although, due to their early growing conditions, they do not require any transition period. This avoids leaves dying off. unlike traditionally grown plants. We all...

In stores or wild?

What exactly are in vitro plants? Why are in vitro aquarium plants becoming a popular site in many local fish stores worldwide? They make a great alternative to traditionally cultivated plants typically sold in baskets filled with mineral wool. Why are sellers and aquascapers finding In-vitro...

You are correct. When keeping smaller fish, you have more space for different species. some of the most interesting fish in the hobby are small.

There are still some excellent breeders out there. My LFS has 2-3 tanks dedicated to them. When bred correctly, they can be lovely fish.

We all have our own favourites and for many different reasons. However, there are some aquarium fish that have become iconic over the years. We recently published an article showcasing some of the most iconic and firm fish keeping favourites. Have a read and let us know if you agree...

Yes, we know it's called summer, guys, but this week has seen some sweltering weather, and while we can cool off with a nice cold drink or swim, it's not so easy for our aquariums to cope in these conditions. During warmer weather, fish find it much harder to get oxygen, so adding an air stone...

Well, you know where to come if you ever do need to replace ol'faithful

Old faithful still serving you well? If it ain't broken, don't try and fix it right?

👋🏻Hello UK aquascapers, Being a sponsor of UKAPS, we have enjoyed and benefited from the knowledge and experience shared so often by a member of this forum. Without rich knowledge bases like UKAPS, the aquascaping community would not be the same. Support and problem-solving are at the heart of...

We were secretly giving everyone who shared a photo a prize

I love the Rummy nose tetras, they are absolutely worth going with. If you do, how about adding a group of Mikrogeophagus Ramirezi along with them? both come from the same locations and look amazing.

Hey Gavster, Congo tetras are gorgeous when in a sizeable group. They can be quite boisterous so plant choice should be designed around that. If you are going for an African biotope style, there are lots of large Anubias species which could be attached to the wood you already have? or if you...

We are currently inviting anyone who is running one of our CO2 regulators on their aquarium to share a photo of their setup and displaying our 'Powered by CO2 Art" sticker at the same time. if you have your sticker, why not share a photo here too? Is your aquascape "Powered by CO2 Art"?

Hi @Aleman, Thanks for the review. Sounds like there may be some blockage in the solenoid plunger section. The quickest way to check this is for you to do Solenoid Verification Procedure. When you get to STEP 4 please take some pictures of the plunger head (B) and the orifice (A) so that I can...

ok, if there is anything else I can do just ask.

Hey, sorry you had difficulty with the code. There was an issue that was brought to our attention last week which was resolved straight away. The code is : UKAPSCOMMUNITY

It's good to be back. It has been difficult since brexit. Finally back, we can now start to offer the same service as before.

🇬🇧 We are excited to announce that our UK warehouse is now open. 🇬🇧 💥 Fully traceable delivery via a trusted local courier 💥Zero customs procedures 💥No more import fees 💥Faster delivery all over the UK 💥Free shipping for all orders over 70GBP! Visit our UK exclusive website today and order...

OK most of us are introduced to an aquarium when our parents or a family member has one. That burning desire to own our own aquarium is born at a young age and never leaves us. In a modern world, most kids don't look away from their screens long enough to even see the TV anymore, let alone your...

When a regulator issue requires a strip down, our support team understands that this is not something everyone is comfortable doing. Therefore, we do offer to receive the regulator and do the work required ourselves. We will do everything we can to avoid the need to return a regulator for repair...

No John, it's not. As I mentioned above, we are looking at other methods of supporting the community with tech enquiries. I appreciate the positive conversation in this thread, even though we were not performing up to scratch. thanks guys 🙏

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience with our support team. I’ll pass this onto them. I completely understand the frustration of dealing with our team via email and agree, an alternative channel would surely help resolve the more tricky issues a lot quicker. Due to the variety of time zones...

Hi Kirsty, Really sorry your pro elite is not doing what it’s told to do. Something is clearly not right. Can I ask, have you recently replaced your cylinder? Sometimes dirt can enter the valves during this process. It is possible to resolve this by shutting down the regulator and removing it...

How has everyone enjoyed the Black Friday Sale? If you have missed this weekends savings, look out for cyber mondays deals coming tomorrow.

Take note of your outlet tubing size. It will either be 12/16mm or 16/22mm. It’s good practice to use a check valve too. Other than that, nothing else is require. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Black Friday has come to us once again, and this year is shaping up to be one of the best. 30% off on all our CO2 systems and accessories until midnight Sunday! We hope you can join in with us for some great savings - don't miss out while they last because these offers won’t stick around...

When you're using our Pro Elite regulator, supplying an additional aquarium is simple. Just add an extra manifold, select a diffuser and that's it. Our Pro Elite regulator has been available for several years now along with the additional manifolds but when we see someone supplying multiple...

Back in 2014, we offered some products that are no longer available today. One of which was the regulator splitter. A device designed to split the flow of co2 from the regulator to allow the user to inject co2 into multiple aqauriums. This was a great tool. with each connection having an...

🙇It is our best-selling regulator for the simple reason that it does what you want it to do. Injecting CO2 for the first time can make anyone a little nervous, so having a regulator that you can fully control and rely on is essential. ⠀ ⠀ 🛒 Our PRO-SE Series - Aquarium CO2 Dual Stage Regulator...

Oh no!!! Thank must have been horrible. I feel your pain.

Oh No! We all make mistakes like this when we are beginning our journey. I remember catching a cherry shrimp hanging out my Angelfish mouth one time. It managed to get back out again and was actually unharmed. Maybe they were friends...

Legend is the perfect word to describe Goldy.

Our regulators are threaded for the standard fire extinguisher for the UK/EU without the need for any additional adaptors. Alternatively if you would like to use one of our regulators on a different CO2 source, there is adaptors available on our website for all connection types. Here is a handy...

Hand-picked by our experts, Complete CO2 Systems are the perfect way to start injecting carbon dioxide in your aquarium. One of these systems contains everything you need for an easy installation with no fuss or muss! Our complete kit is available with the Pro Elite or Pro SE dual stage...

#feelgoodfriday "Try to achieve your goal even if everyone says you can't, even if your path is in the opposite direction of the river" I am always prepared to learn. I try to learn something new every day. There is no such thing as being in the hobby for 35/20/10 yrs and knowing everything...

The Pro-Elite SeriesOur most Advanced Aquarium Dual Stage CO2 Regulator. Deliver CO2 safely and accurately to as many planted tanks as you want. ✅ Safe 12V DC Integrated Solenoid Valve ✅ Power adapter with universal voltage 100V-240V ✅ Adjustable working pressure up to 5 bar ✅ Stainless Steel...

Yikes! That sounds pretty brutal. clever move with the tape though. it can be dark under that cabinet and in the midst of a hectic water change.

Oh my!! i made a similar mistake myself with this fish. The victim in my aquarium was a tiger barb.

Shipping from Germany at present. Which is the reason for the current delivery fee. UK shipping is something we are exploring.

🌱 CO2 Art Essentials - The often overlooked items in any successful setup. Today we look at the humble check valve. 🌱 At CO2 Art, we craft high-quality products perfect for any CO2 solenoid. For example, our Precision Check Valve offers protection from backflow with an incredibly low opening...

Oh, that's pretty heavy. I have heard so many people have issues like this with their heaters. I now personally change my heaters yearly to be safe. I know that's probably over the top but the thought of discovering a massacre like that scares me.

We don't have a date set for the end of the sale yet but it's been running for a while now so take advantage of it while you can.

As it's Friday, we thought we could hear some of the biggest mistakes you guys have made with your aquariums. It's important to laugh and learn about these things. Nobody is perfect and we should always be looking to learn more. This photo shows what happens when you're running a high-power...

Don't wait too long or you will miss the sale.

Hey Wookii, The outer diameter is approx 6mm. it is designed to fit standard 5mm tubing. here are some other images that will help size up our acrylic diffuser if you are interested. Let me know if I can help any further.

Sadly, Brexit has made things a little different regarding shipping. Everything is coming from Germany for now. We are planning a UK office if the demand is high enough. So everybody needs to place orders with us. If we can get enough demand within the UK we will have a UK based office and that...

Have you had bad experiences in the past?

What are you using just now?

Interesting feedback! I guess that reliability has to be the important thing for me. Plug and play with minimum interference win every time. Has anyone tried our newest diffuser? the iO Diffuser? the feedback I have been getting from customers has been good so far.

Today's aquascaper really is spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting the right CO2 diffuser for their planted tank. When looking at a new diffuser, what key features do you look for?

🌱 Excellent CO2 dissolution rates thanks to the nano co2 mist technology membrane. ✅ 🌱 Easy maintenance and durable materials make IO Diffuser a perfect choice for novice and expert aquascapers alike. ✅ 🌱 Designed to be used as a regular glass CO2 atomizer diffuser, but offering higher CO2...

This is looking great. that wood is something special. the texture on it is amazing. How is the edible scape coming on? that was such a cool idea.

Wow... 🤩 now thats a creative corner. I bet you get lost in there for hours...

It may not be a scape but it sure is a tank full of healthy plants. nice work...

Hey UK aquascapers, It's been quite some time since we posted in UKAPS so we wanted to find out what everyone has been working on recently. Feel free to post a photo of your current scape here and let us seen what's been keeping you busy while we have been away. 👉🏼📷🌿.

One thing to note when first setting up a brand new inline diffuser is this... It is absolutely normal to find your new diffuser producing some large bubbles. This is a natural process our ceramic membrane goes through unitil all the pores on the membrane are open. This whole process may take...

We know you like aquascaping and who doesn't like to win prizes right? The UK slowly returning to normal, now is the time to bring your aquascape out of quarantine and let us see what all that extra time spent at home has done for your beloved planted tank. This is our first contest and we want...

You can attach a T-Juction splitter which you can source yourself. The only thing with this is you dont get 100% control over the distribution of the co2.

Our top-rated dual-stage professional CO2 regulator has a lot to offer. We know you take your asquascaping seriously. Whether your working on a 5-litre nano scape or an epic 5000-litre masterpiece, our Pro Elite regulator is more than capable of giving you total control. Run several planted...

Hi Costa, mid your bubble counter is only two months old, you need to contact our support team at https://www.co2art.eu/pages/support and we can get this resolved ASAP for you.

If your looking at changing your diffuser or starting a new aquascape in the new year, visit our website and take advantage of our January sale. discounts available across our entire range of products until the 5th January. www.co2art.co.uk

Hi Dave, thanks for taking the time to share this. We do our best to try and resolve issues as a priority. If anyone else needs to reach out for support, our support team work round the clock to assist with all kinds of situations. Just visit our website and look for the chat logo to get started.

Take advantage of our Black Friday sales now while stocks last. Our Dual Stage Pro-SE regulator is only £84 when you use our special discount code; BF30 at the checkout. Click here to save right now.

It's now easier than ever to select the correct adaptor to connect your pro series regulator and your source of CO2. Whether its a disposable, paintball or SodaStream bottle, you can choose the perfect match from our website. What's your favourite source of pressurised CO2 for your aquascapes?

What is your preferred method of diffusing CO2 in your aquarium?

Thanks for the kind words guys. Hope all is still going well with your tanks?

Our Summer sale has been extended until the end of this week. We are offering a 20% discount on your full order so now is the best time to treat yourself (and your plants) this summer. When it's gone - it's gone (just like our summer weather)

Thanks for the positive feedback guys

Hi Tommy, Glad to hear your looking at CO2 Art for your equipment. Please check out the following links for some references about getting started etc. https://help.co2art.eu/104208-Guide-to-cylinder-connections...

Hi Fishbro! Thank you for purchasing our new inline diffuser. Your feedback is always welcomed. You could use a jubilee clip to securely fasten the hose if it is too stiff. Please contact our support team direct to discuss returns. This can be done by visiting our website and raising...

That’s great news. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts buddy.

We have just launched a new inline diffuser - check them out on our website. Features: – replaceable ceramic membrane – durable and crack resistant metal body – nano co2 mist technology membrane – 12/16mm & 16/22mm connection sizes Using our inline diffuser allows for less equipment to be...