I have had aquariums for years. The best way that I have found to make my filters last longer is to take them out and wash them once a week. I use my sink sprayer and wash both sides of the filter. This keeps food residue from piling up on the filter as well as extending the life of the filter.
By Debbie Stewart from McAdams, MS
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