Filter Floss (26”x36”)

Filter floss is a popular filtration medium used in reef aquariums, and it offers several benefits:

1. **Mechanical Filtration**: Filter floss effectively traps particulate matter, such as uneaten food, detritus, and debris, helping to keep the water clear and clean. This mechanical filtration is essential for maintaining water quality in a reef tank.

2. **Improved Water Clarity**: By removing suspended particles from the water, filter floss enhances overall water clarity, which is aesthetically pleasing and beneficial for the health of corals and other inhabitants.

3. **Cost-Effective**: Filter floss is relatively inexpensive compared to other filtration media. It's easy to replace and can be a cost-effective solution for maintaining water quality.

4. **Easy to Use**: Filter floss is simple to install and replace in most aquarium filtration systems. It can be cut to fit various filter compartments or used in DIY setups.

5. **Increased Surface Area**: Some types of filter floss can provide additional surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize, aiding in biological filtration and helping to break down ammonia and nitrites.

6. **Enhanced Flow**: When used properly, filter floss can help direct water flow in a tank, ensuring that all areas of the aquarium receive adequate circulation, which is crucial for the health of corals and other reef inhabitants.

7. **Prevention of Algae Growth**: By removing organic debris before it can decompose in the water column, filter floss can help reduce nutrient levels that contribute to algae growth, promoting a healthier environment for corals.

8. **Customizable**: Filter floss can be used in conjunction with other filtration methods (such as sponge filters, activated carbon, or protein skimmers) to create a customized filtration system tailored to the specific needs of the aquarium.

9. **Nitrate Control**: Regularly replacing filter floss can help control nitrate levels by removing organic materials before they can break down and contribute to nitrate accumulation.

While filter floss offers many benefits, it should be monitored and replaced regularly to prevent it from becoming a nitrate factory or causing water flow issues as it becomes clogged.