To Fuge or Not to Fuge?

Melanie · 08-11-2007, 08:33 AM

My husband and I are building a refugium for my 72 gal. DT. This has been a fun project, and I was just curious how many of you have a fuge and what do you think of it? I'd also like to know how you have it set up (pics are a plus!)

I will post a new thread when the fuge is finished with a detailed photo chronicle for you DIYers.

blue_eyes53813 · 08-11-2007, 08:40 AM

You cant go wrong with having a fuge.. I call it a refrigerator for the tank.. Grow macro algae for food and the pods will flourish as well to feed the tank livestock.

caitrina · 08-11-2007, 09:18 AM

No fuge, but working on one all because I want a Mandarin~!

Dentoid · 08-11-2007, 09:25 AM

Where is, "I have a fuge and want a bigger one"! That's how much I love my fuge.

Snelly40 · 08-11-2007, 10:30 AM

definately FUGE -it
they are the best., great for nutrient export and pods and adding water volume, they are great!!!!!

AQTCJAK · 08-11-2007, 11:05 AM

I have mixed feelings about them They are a great filration & breeding ground for good bugs etc.. However I have had on crash & what it did to the tank was not pretty.

Mermaid · 08-11-2007, 01:33 PM

I want one too----for all the reasons that have been mentioned. However my boss had a bad experience and I know I will never have that sanctuary.

Oh well, I already have more than I deserve.

Mermaid

Mermaid · 08-11-2007, 01:35 PM

I want one too----for all the reasons that have been mentioned and more. However my boss had a bad experience and I know I will never have that sanctuary.

Oh well, I already have more than I deserve.

Mermaid

lcstorc · 08-11-2007, 01:45 PM

100% Fuge.
Absolutely wonderful addition to any tank IMO. I can get Frank to describe how ours is set up and how the one is planned for the new tank. Meanwhile I think they are fabulous!!!!!!!!

Frankie · 08-11-2007, 04:41 PM

Love my refugium! <-----would make a cool bumper sticker!

CATALYST · 08-11-2007, 07:10 PM

I just added one and so far it's a love hate thing. I put new lights on at the same time. I started growing cyano and all the cheato died. Go figure. I guess I gotta work the love into it.

sasquatch · 08-11-2007, 08:07 PM

I would like to turn my display into a fuge, hmmm oh dear this may require a brain flush, be back later lol

tbittner · 08-11-2007, 08:59 PM

I currently have a 52 g refugium and I love it! I love it so much that I'm in the process of turning the 52g into a 235 g sump/refugium.

Melanie · 08-12-2007, 05:50 AM

Wow, this is pretty interesting! You fuge lovers should post pics of your set up!!

My newly built fuge leaks so I have to remove the sealant and redo it today. I can't wait to show everyone! It's exciting.

lcstorc · 08-12-2007, 07:53 AM

There are some of the fuge on the 125 in my thread.

Best I can do for the moment but I will try for some more today as well as pics of the new fuge on the 90.

View Poll Results: Do you have a refugium?
Yes, I have a fuge and love it!	24	61.54%
Yes, I have a fuge and HATE it.	0	0%
No, I don't have a fuge but I want one.	9	23.08%
No, I don't have a fuge and I DON'T want one.	6	15.38%
Voters: 39. You may not vote on this poll

08-11-2007, 08:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
Melanie Golden Moray Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 2,120 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	To Fuge or Not to Fuge? My husband and I are building a refugium for my 72 gal. DT. This has been a fun project, and I was just curious how many of you have a fuge and what do you think of it? I'd also like to know how you have it set up (pics are a plus!) I will post a new thread when the fuge is finished with a detailed photo chronicle for you DIYers. __________________ My Reef Journey Latest Recap My Videos My Flickr Photos Pres. of Dork Club I love ScubaDrew and North East Coral! Read why HERE...

08-11-2007, 08:40 AM	#2 (permalink)
blue_eyes53813 Hey!Its not my fault Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lancaster, Wisconsin Posts: 7,142 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? You cant go wrong with having a fuge.. I call it a refrigerator for the tank.. Grow macro algae for food and the pods will flourish as well to feed the tank livestock. __________________ 265 Gallon Reef built into basement wall. Lighting = 6x250 watts MH, 2x96 watt PC ,and 2x140 watt VHO for a total watt of 1,972 watts . New addition on 4-14-07 of 100 gallon sump and 100 gallon refugium. I think I have lost my mind. Gotta love this hobby Vicki Life is like a pathway of untrodden snow. Be careful how you step in it for every mark will show Definition of FRIENDSHIP: All lives touch other lives to create something new and alive My tank chronicles. http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...wall-reef.html

08-11-2007, 09:18 AM	#3 (permalink)
caitrina Golden Moray Join Date: May 2007 Location: Somewhere in Florida Posts: 2,611 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? No fuge, but working on one all because I want a Mandarin~! __________________ A reef tank is like a potato chip, you can't have just one! Chronicles Cat's Healing Gift: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...ling-gift.html Cat’s 90 Gallon Toy: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...allon-toy.html 24 G Mystery Pod: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...stery-pod.html

08-11-2007, 09:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
Dentoid Over Achiever Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 10,597 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? Where is, "I have a fuge and want a bigger one"! That's how much I love my fuge. __________________ Scott Dentoid's Reeforama

08-11-2007, 10:30 AM	#5 (permalink)
Snelly40 Manta Ray Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 3,038 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? definately FUGE -it they are the best., great for nutrient export and pods and adding water volume, they are great!!!!! __________________ Snelly's 90gal Reef-O-Rama *Member-"Crabs Are Evil" Society*

08-11-2007, 11:05 AM	#6 (permalink)
AQTCJAK Tiger Shark Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 7,261 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I have mixed feelings about them They are a great filration & breeding ground for good bugs etc.. However I have had on crash & what it did to the tank was not pretty. __________________ A Wiseman once said build a stage add a pole & they will dance - Jack 2007 www.aquaticaggression.com Projects & Chronicels http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...car-buffs.html http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nts-tanks.html

08-11-2007, 01:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mermaid Tubeworm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: California Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I want one too----for all the reasons that have been mentioned. However my boss had a bad experience and I know I will never have that sanctuary. Oh well, I already have more than I deserve. Mermaid

08-11-2007, 01:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
Mermaid Tubeworm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: California Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I want one too----for all the reasons that have been mentioned and more. However my boss had a bad experience and I know I will never have that sanctuary. Oh well, I already have more than I deserve. Mermaid

08-11-2007, 01:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 21,727 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? 100% Fuge. Absolutely wonderful addition to any tank IMO. I can get Frank to describe how ours is set up and how the one is planned for the new tank. Meanwhile I think they are fabulous!!!!!!!! __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

08-11-2007, 07:10 PM	#11 (permalink)
CATALYST Elegance coral Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,223 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I just added one and so far it's a love hate thing. I put new lights on at the same time. I started growing cyano and all the cheato died. Go figure. I guess I gotta work the love into it.

08-11-2007, 08:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I would like to turn my display into a fuge, hmmm oh dear this may require a brain flush, be back later lol

08-11-2007, 08:59 PM	#13 (permalink)
tbittner Watch this Ma! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 5,562 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? I currently have a 52 g refugium and I love it! I love it so much that I'm in the process of turning the 52g into a 235 g sump/refugium. __________________ Terry 150g predator tank full of killers. Soon to be upgraded to a 360g. 450g reef 300g sump.

08-12-2007, 05:50 AM	#14 (permalink)
Melanie Golden Moray Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 2,120 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? Wow, this is pretty interesting! You fuge lovers should post pics of your set up!! My newly built fuge leaks so I have to remove the sealant and redo it today. I can't wait to show everyone! It's exciting. __________________ My Reef Journey Latest Recap My Videos My Flickr Photos Pres. of Dork Club I love ScubaDrew and North East Coral! Read why HERE...

08-12-2007, 07:53 AM	#15 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 21,727 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: To Fuge or Not to Fuge? There are some of the fuge on the 125 in my thread. Best I can do for the moment but I will try for some more today as well as pics of the new fuge on the 90. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

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