How to Install a Sponge Filter + 3 Bonus Tips

[@GirlTalksFish]

*Do you use air stones with your sponge filters?* Comment below to share your experiences, and subscribe if you want to see more this videos like this! goo.gl/4q2idY

[@jo-anne5707]

A Gamer's Wife I did not, but I did add a flow valve to control the air flow to lessen the bubbles.

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@jo-anne5707 Great idea! Thanks for sharing with us. :)

[@johnlasay1578]

A Gamer's Wife tell me what is the purpose of the check valve do i need this

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@johnlasay1578 Basically if the air pump is located below the sponge filter, water will flow through the airline tubing and get the air pump wet if the power ever gets turned off. The check valve prevents the water from damaging the air pump and leaking everywhere in case of a power outage. 👍 If the air pump is located higher than the sponge filter, no need for a check valve.

[@johnlasay1578]

A Gamer's Wife mmm i thought the check valve is to increase the air flows

[@hopeleslyanimalcrazy]

I was struggling to figure out how I could possibly add an airstone to my filter and you made it so simple!! Thank you!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Megan Haas Yay! So glad you found it helpful. :)

[@quietskitty]

Thanks for the guide! My air pump didn't include directions for which way the check valve should be attached, but with your help I got everything up and running smoothly!

[@michaelg1655]

Thanks for the video that tip about cutting out the center my sponge filters working perfectly with my air stone inside

[@rajendrasingh977]

I like short and to-the-point videos; so many videos that are just meant to meet the 10 min mark.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you so much! I personally like videos to be short and sweet as well. :)

[@khekai1]

so true!! some videos more on talking done doing the demo😔😑

[@ILIKEUALOT]

Thank you thank you, i had to get my dremel out to cut the spokes inside the bullseye, but got it done.😊

[@nikdi5743]

I finally understand bc she speaks in a very articulate way. The other videos spend to much time talking about extra irrelevant stuff..I just needed to know how it’s setup!! Thank you so much!! 🙏💪❤️

[@Lolasmommy2010]

One of the best videos on KZbin for explaining how to set these items up. Thank you!

[@korokshiding]

Thank you for this! My sponge filter was violently bubbly even on a low airflow. Putting an air stone in has made the bubbles smaller and quieter 😊

[@thekale3480]

i just bought the filter part 😭 didn’t know it wouldn’t come with tubing or an air pump. Thanks for the information i’ll have set it up in a few more weeks.

[@Rlk-l9x]

What a great tip. Thank you! I put the air stone on and what a difference it made. Never knew I could “modify” that simple pump. 👍

[@GirlTalksFish]

I know, right? Some people really love the bubble sound, but I'm not as into white noise. :)

[@lleighlu]

Thank you! This was really helpful! Loooove the tip about placing a small towel under the air pump. Good stuff. 👌🏽

[@calo2664]

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[@teodorsturza1930]

I inserted the stone into the filter, seeing several recommendations that it would be more effective, as for the noise, it was quieter before I inserted the stone, now the stone produces more noise 😂

[@delilah4397]

omg thank you! im watching this as my cat tries drinking out of my half filled aquarium 😂

[@fishingpet1992]

watching from philippine

[@dariangregory6182]

Looks like this year old video is a gift that keeps on giving. I just got my 1st sponge filter to supplement my Canister Filter. It was brand new but didn't come with instructions for set up. I guess the company thinks it's pretty self explanatory. Well it really isn't, not for people who never used 1 before. I didn't even know I could take it apart like that. Thank You for showing me how to assemble it and also the airstone tip. Much appreciated.

[@DirtDawg]

Thank you for this

[@angelinafriesen3570]

This is the best video on this topic. Excellently explained. Thank you.

[@cherylfrain2592]

Thanks for walking me through setting up my first sponge filter

[@tomthetoaster8004]

Honestly this is such an underated channel.

[@GirlTalksFish]

You are too sweet! Appreciate the love. :)

[@erinbest1960]

This video explained everything I needed to know so much better than the instructions! I did end up using the method you used for the air stone in a short tube in a long tube bc I couldn’t get my airline tubing to connect to my bullseye on the inside, but it works just as well IMO! Thanks so much :)

[@shaelynndominguez7268]

Thank you so much for your videos! I just watched two of them so insightful and straightforward!

[@TCgirl]

what kind of light is that you have on your tank? How does it attach exactly? I am looking to not have to spend $100 or more on a grow light for my 12 gallon betta tank. Thanks I love your videos!

[@ichtyophobia]

Thank you so much for this video. I was goin a bit crazy googleing for where that backvent ws supposed to be on the hose. 😅

[@courtjunk7]

Thank you thank you thank you! Every video I've seen talks all about the filters, but not at all about the air pump or valves. I will definitely refer to this video when I go to set up my filter.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yay, I'm so glad you found the video helpful! I don't know why I was so intimidated by sponge filters when I first got started, so I'm glad I can spread the knowledge. :)

[@ChrisJohnsonCJs-Kitchen]

Thank you so much for this video, it was really helpful.

[@PharaohciousX]

Girl Talks Fish saves the day again! Just got my first sponge filter supplies and was completely lost with assembly. Your tips and tricks are wonderful - thank you!!!!

[@ashleywellman5543]

Okay I love your videos so much. You always get straight to the point and explain everything so well. Thank you so much!

[@oqihouqiop]

Hey, im just getting back into fish and i really appreciate your videos. They have helped me and brought me joy. Thank you

[@TheMrDarius]

I just got two of the Fluval sponge filters that are designated for 75 gallons each for my 110 aquarium and it has the fine sponge. I’m okay with cleaning it weekly because my plecos I pulled out of my pond I’m over wintering like to uproot my elodea haha but I’m just going to experiment with it because I like my water crystal clear and free of most debris. I so thankful for you and others because you guys help out sooooo very much with aquariums and you guys don’t even know it. Thank you and the rest of the fish community on KZbin because without you guys I’d be still in the stone age as far as aquariums go.

[@StaceyHerewegrowagain]

Awesome videos. New subscriber here! Can't wait to see more of your videos.. thank you so much for sharing! This was so simple lol

[@NellsStuff]

I'm a beginner and just hooked up the mini size Aquarium Solutions sponge filter. The bubbles were too large for the little tank I was going to use it in (little Aquatop one will stay instead). The box and website doesn't mention using an airstone... is it possible I am actually SUPPOSED to use one anyway? I know some brand are indeed supposed to use one.

[@RampartPh]

Thinking of using this sponge filter for my future shrimp tank instead of the internal filter I have for the aquarium I have now.

[@karisap]

These are the best instructions I've ever received on a sponge filter!!

[@abbeythemediocre]

Quick note- I don’t recommend airstones for small tanks. I have one in a ten gallon and I had to use wire cutters to even get the stone to fit in mine. The bubbles were a bit smaller but it wasn’t a huge difference. I can see why it would work in a bigger sponge filter though.

[@notreally5255]

well I already broke mine like she said 🤦‍♀️

[@woahthatsrough]

I’m going to get my first sponge filter for my beta tonight!! i’ve done so much research but i’m watching more videos just to be sure! Thanks for the video!

[@RVVideosShowtime]

wow! what a great sponge filter with air stone concept. superb idea and now I will also try to make this type of air filter. thanks for sharing :)

[@GirlTalksFish]

That's so great to hear! Glad to help. 😊

[@RandomPandama]

Do you recommend using the top fin brands for sponge filters and pumps? I went to petco and they had no sponge filters so I went to PetSmart and bought the top fin sf 20 and the air 2000 air pump. Did I make a mistake or should I be good?

[@michellejennings4259]

Thank you for the information, first time using the sponge filter and I thought it was missing some components, now I know.. air stone and check valves.

[@Sdm675]

Is that plastic or stone air stone please reply thank you

[@clinxbone1359]

How long will you need to clean the tank? If you have sponge filter

[@lilsush.]

thanks

[@layliedwards961]

I chuckled when you said about the witches brew in your video, and laughed hard when it did it when i turned it on. So true! The stone is a must by the sounds of it. I can't listen to that bubbling away all night! Great lesson. Thank you.

[@jaquieleon5556]

Thank you so much for this! I've been so confused about how to use these and this was the perfect tutorial.

[@tracys.6033]

Thank you for taking time to make tutorial. A huge thank you for getting to the point without rambling extra stuff that doesn't have anything to do with what your showing us! All your tips are very helpful. Your explanations are clear and to the point. Much appreciated!

[@NoSmokeG]

Very helpful for a beginner. Thank you!

[@LearnersTank]

Nice & crisp presentation, keep it up

[@GirlTalksFish]

Aquatic Revolution Thanks so much! Glad you liked it. :)

[@dazamahjong]

Ty

[@JoeyPierce]

Thanks that airstone trick helps!

[@Jules751]

So can this completely replace those loud filters? A filter came with my 10gal kit from PetSmart but it's incredibly loud.

[@annamariethompson116]

Ordered a sponge filter today & I'm completely sure I would not of done it correctly. THANK YOU! 🥰

[@itbmeang4900]

Great video! Can you explain “HOW AND WHEN” it’s ok to switch from a regular filter system to a sponge? Do i leave my canister or HOB running for a period of time WITH the sponge or do I just remove the filter and put in the sponge?

[@vcsadler19]

Did you figure this out? I’ve been trying to understand how to switch without crashing the cycle

[@inspektical2393]

@@vcsadler19 I just bought a sponge filter to replace my internal canister filter and I'm running both next to each other for a couple of weeks so the bacteria can spread to the new one.

[@michellelovesanimals2237]

Why does this still confuse me🤣

[@ebwbau8036]

Same aaaaaahhhhh

[@jacinthaarulanantham6682]

😅😅😅😅

[@michellelovesanimals2237]

@@jacinthaarulanantham6682 Omgaaaa, this was 3 years ago & made me laugh so hard!! It is a piece of cake to assemble the spongue filter!! I still have my betta tank too🌊🪸🐠

[@foxygamerhhh9963]

Same

[@craighillcoach]

Because they assume that we're supposed to know something when it's brand new to us.I don't know why. When you have someone that's brand new, you take it step by step, you say it slow and twice if necessary.

[@Paper_Flowers]

Ahhh thank you SOOO much for this video, we couldn't figure out how to set it up for the life of us! really appreciate your vids :)

[@carlowehermosa956]

Smart tip...didn’t know what to do with the spoke on the strainer! now I can attach my air stone!😜 thank you!

[@mikemorales3796]

Just installed my very first sponge filter with the help of this video. Thanks and I will subscribe.

[@joelrodriguez9820]

I was just wondering cus I took of the base... So now the bubbles come out from the bottom, does it still function? I wanted to use it floating on the top to skim the top of the water.

[@ktrimberger]

Love Irene's videos! So informative! Thank you

[@lovelyegg1128]

thank you so so SO much! i am setting up my first all shrimp tank (5.5gal and cherries) and i had no idea how to do this... but now I know!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@funandhijnx]

Thanks! I had a challenging time finding a simple explanation of which direction to install my check valve until I found your video. Thanks again for keeping it simple!

[@cyndicombs1419]

Great video! You are professional and very well spoken! Thank you for taking the time to do it. 🐟❤🐟

[@jordan-kj1bh]

This probably sounds a bit daft but how does the sponge filter still work if it’s connected to the airstone

[@five2112]

I know this is an old video, but your tank at 2:40 looks amazing. What are the residents?

[@yong79]

This is so good. Thank you for the tip

[@Trojan0304]

Thanks, new to sponge filter , subscribed

[@ngarci8040]

Just setup my first 2 sponge filters thanks to this gorgeous rockstar…! 🤙

[@annapivovarets7904]

I think you're the most normal youtuber, because you explained how to submerge that damn sponge filter haha😂. I just had major issues and felt like the stupidest person alive🤦‍♀️. But thanks to you I could resolve my unclarity! Thank you very much! ❤❤❤❤💗

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you so much! Haha, I felt so stupid too since I had no idea to put one of these things together. Glad I could share the knowledge and hopefully help others figure it out. 🤗

[@kelleyforeman]

Thank you so much! The directions aquarium co-op has on their site are terrible. This is so much better!

[@highlandsgirl3920]

You make good, easy to understand videos. Oh and you are cool. New subscriber. .

[@GirlTalksFish]

Highlands Girl Thank you so much! So glad you enjoy my videos. :)

[@fishfolk4059]

Loved your article on Aurstone posted at the Aquarium Co-Op blog! Made some good changes because of it. Also, the study you made validated some air decisions we've been making intuitively. Keep it up! You're helping the hobby -- especially for beginners like us!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Oh, I'm so glad you read my article! Cory from Aquarium Co-Op was actually the one who did the original experiments, so I'm just helping him by writing blog posts for him. :)

[@lindakim3051]

This video is kinda old but still very helpful!! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@bluestar8700]

I’m new to this but you’re so cool!

[@dooksouls5423]

I really needed this! I just recently got an aquarium and some plants and the plants came with little blue hitchhiker shrimp! I think some are being lost to my filter so I need a sponge filter but I couldn't find ANYWHERE online an easy, step by step guide on how exactly to set up a sponge filter. You're a shrimp saver!

[@fearlessmemes6678]

Hey can you help me with 2 questions

[@Slowboi335xi]

There’s also valves you can install on the airline hose to control how much airflow goes into the filter

[@erikachavelas9137]

Thanks for everything. I’ve been learn so much with you.

[@hassanharun5896]

Do I need to use a air stone

[@aces_doesthings]

No

[@graciayolandaputri6873]

this helps a lot! thanks

[@TheTitanborn]

Thank you! Your instructions helped a ton!

[@jennifershoo110]

Wow love your video, dummy proof! Clear and concise thank you

[@ericsantiago8302]

I need the name of the airstone in this video!!!

[@cullinf2077]

Thanks for the video😀

[@khekai1]

already buying online the materials. thank you sooo much for the ideas😍😍 all for the love of my fish

[@BU_TV]

Gamers wife, i love it😂

[@bug10100]

Great video. Saved me a lot of time and stress🙏

[@charlieg6913]

Definitely grabbing an air stone. My bubbles are huge. Thanks. Great video. 👍🏼

[@Jackattack_321]

Thank you for the demo. My stuff just came in the mail and none of the instructions were useful. This helped

[@Jamming50447]

Totally came back to rewatch this for my shrimp tank!! Also the first time I watched this, I was like “pshh I don’t need a check valve” - fast forward three weeks later when my power went out while I was at work and the water siphoned out of my tank down to the air pump. Ugh, lesson learned - listen to ALL the tips of the video :) thank you for the tips!!!!!!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yes! That totally happened to my baby brine shrimp hatchery. It wasn't an actual aquarium so I didn't think to put a check valve on it either... and then we got a power outage. 😂

[@morticianforreal]

It was such a nice video.

[@cptshyboy]

Thanks for this video. !!!

[@wearefishlover]

Nice video I am your new subscribers

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. :)

[@PURGExONE]

Nice video!!!.... imma start putting air stones in the filters... but may I ask why your wearing sunglasses in the house!?!?!.... lol just curious!?!?!. Lolololol

[@kennynyc1555]

witches brew!!! 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@FootSauce89]

Would you still need an airstone even if you like the sounds of bubbles bubbling ? Cuz i like that sound especially with the humming sound.

[@samanthacasas3091]

👁️👁️

[@DebTim]

Hi GW... well done. Simple sometimes seems like rocket science!! ♥♥

[@GirlTalksFish]

Totally! I remember being all nervous the first (and second) time I put a sponge filter together. Hope this video helps some beginners get through it. :)

[@JeremyGoneWildPets]

Good video. Confession: I’ve never used an air stone inside a sponge filter but now I think I will

[@GirlTalksFish]

Oh man, it does wonders for the noise level and the water doesn't splash as much when the bubbles pop. Love it!

[@angiesicecreamhire9227]

Fantastic thank you so much x

[@TheGreatCrow]

Thank you for the help! Definitely needed the visuals and info for setting up my first sponge filter

[@littlemidwestrebornsdolls]

This was the video that made me subscribe to you! I truly didn't know how to install it even though I had all the parts for the sponge filter. Newbie here. :)

[@ItzStrykerr]

What I did is for 3 tanks I used one pump and connected them with T connectors. 2 bowls have air stones and two have filters and water controllers to even the flow

[@diggzdoesgames]

Great video, I have the same sponge filter but a diff brand. This was very helpful! Thanks so much