How do we deliver Fibreglass Ponds to your home?

How do we deliver Fibreglass Ponds to your home?

Aquarium Maintenance

Here at Real Aquatics we sell thousands of fibreglass ponds every year. As a new pond season dawns, many of you are wondering, how exactly do we get a fibreglass pond delivered to our home?

How does Ceramic Filter Media work?

How does Ceramic Filter Media work?

Aquarium Maintenance

The numerous tiny pores in ceramic media provide an ideal surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow. These bacteria play a key role in the nitrogen cycle by converting harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate. This process helps to keep the aquarium's water chemistry balanced and safe for fish and other aquatic life.

Are Oyster Shells a Good Filter Media for Aquariums?

Are Oyster Shells a Good Filter Media for Aquariums?

Aquarium Maintenance

Oyster shells provide a large surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize. These bacteria help in breaking down harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate, which is essential for maintaining a healthy aquarium environment.

The Best Preformed Garden Ponds for 2025

The Best Preformed Garden Ponds for 2025

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Above are listed the top 5 best preformed ponds for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data from Real Aquatics outlets on eBay, Amazon and official websites.

The list above consists of pre-formed garden ponds only, and does not include variations such as pond liners or pre-packed liner and underlay.

The Best Fountain Pond Pumps for 2025

The Best Fountain Pond Pumps for 2025

Announcements

Fountain pond pumps are ideal for creating a display in small to medium ponds or water features, and are typically not overly powerful at filtering or circulating pond water. Above are listed the top 5 best submersible pond pumps for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data.

Fish Profiles | Kissing Gourami

Fish Profiles | Kissing Gourami

Fish Profiles

Native to Southeast Asia, Kissing Gourami fish are popular in aquariums due to their unique look and behavior. They can grow up to 12 inches long and are generally peaceful, though they can get territorial with their own kind.

PondXpert Guide | Pond Water Quality Test Kits

PondXpert Guide | Pond Water Quality Test Kits

Coldwater

When it comes to maintaining a healthy and thriving pond, one of the key factors to consider is pond water quality. Ensuring that your pond's ecosystem is well-balanced is essential for the overall health of your aquatic plants and fish. In this blog post, we will delve into the techniques and tools you need to master pond water quality.

PondXpert Guide | Invite Dragonflies to your Garden

PondXpert Guide | Invite Dragonflies to your Garden

Brands

Crafting a pond that becomes a haven for dragonflies involves meticulous attention to their habitat preferences. Shallow waters, basked in sunlight, offer the perfect setting, mimicking the natural environments these insects are drawn to.

Building Ponds with Pond Liner in your Garden

Building Ponds with Pond Liner in your Garden

Coldwater

Building Ponds with a Pond Liner in your Garden. Creating a serene pond oasis in your backyard sounds like a great project! Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install a pond liner in your garden.

Expert or Beginner - What type of Aquarist are you?

Expert or Beginner - What type of Aquarist are you?

Aquarium Maintenance

The beginner stage, where you do not know much about fishkeeping but are eager to learn. From a supplier's point of view it is here where the most careful management must apply, and for the buyer the realisation that being a serious fishkeeper means you need to be responsible.