What is an IBC?

If you want to DIY your own aquaponic system, the IBC and a bunch of tools can help you. This is the cheapest method for constructing such system and can be used in places where otherwise you couldn`t set up an aquaponic system. First things first: what means IBC? The Intermediate Bulk Container represents a tank used for industrial purposes that can hold and allow you to move around liq ...

Household cleaners for removing mildew

If you want to make all that is possible to avoid chemical commercial cleaners, then you need to know that there are some household products that can help you remove mildew with great ease. This is especially useful if you have small children or pets. Milk Many people don't know that milk is one of the best tools for removing mildew. What you need to do is boil it. Now take half of cup o ...

The Nutrient film Technique

    Everyone talks about the Nutrient Film Technique or NFT. You may wonder what it means and what its role in aquaculture is. Here are some tips on the subject. The Nutrient Film Technique is mainly used in hydroponics. It represents a method of irrigation that uses water full of nutrients. This water travels from the fish tank through a pipe called channel. The channel is ...

Water quality test

Water pollution is a serious problem around the world. Some say that contaminated water is the main threat causing cancer, heart diseases and lead poisoning. It is more then necessary to check the quality of your drinking water and take action if it is contaminated. Chlorinating the water is a necessary process as it disinfects it, but over-chlorination is dangerous for your health, causing ...

House Surveillance Cameras

Surveillance cameras make you think of spy movies or TV shows where characters interact with them, giving you the impression that they’re not for you, either because you consider them expensive, difficult to set up or they’re just not worth it. Surveillance cameras can stop you from worrying and assure you that  your property is safe, and if anyone would try something they would be caught i ...

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