Before Using Chemical Filtration - WATCH THIS! [Is it a Waste of Money? Do You Really Need It?]

Описание: Is chemical filtration a waste of money? Does it work? Do you really need it? Do I use it? These are some of the questions I've been hearing lately. Well, here are my tips, based on first hand experience on using (or not using) chemical filtration. I've used all of the most popular brands like ChemiPure (Blue and Green), Seachem Purigen and Seachem Matrix Activated Charcoal).

I give you my conclusion and final verdict on this subject at the end of this video. You agree or you might disagree. I certainly want to know what's been your experience with chemical filtration? Did you notice a difference? Do you use it now or have you stopped using it? Why? Share your thoughts, knowledge and experience in the comments below and let's "Always Be Learning!"

Interested in trying out some of the products mentioned in this video? They are all available at my Amazon Store. Here are some links:
ChemiPure Blue: https://amzn.to/3gKffZg
ChemiPure Green: https://amzn.to/2YLsu5W
Seachem Purigen: https://amzn.to/2QDYzbc
Seachem Matrix Carbon: https://amzn.to/3hGbNA5
Seachem Pristine: https://amzn.to/2G2cTZ0
Note: Pristine was mentioned in the video by "Clarity" is the product that was being thought of since Pristine, like their Stability product, is a bacteria additive.
Here is a link to Seachem Clarity: https://amzn.to/2QCF176
Pond Sponges (cut to the shape needed): https://amzn.to/3gALv0U
Pinky Filter Floss: https://amzn.to/2YGQzL9
Water polishing (crib batting) poly-fil: https://amzn.to/31DzQKs
Pumice (as filter bio media): https://amzn.to/2EKaLEH
Biohome Ultimate (bio media): https://amzn.to/3hTS14x
To see all the products I've used and/or tested, visit my Amazon store at:
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