Why every fish keeper needs a wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Fishkeeping is an interesting and rewarding hobby, but maintaining a clean aquarium and surrounding space can be a challenge. From spills during a water change, to leaking filters, keeping everything in order requires the right tools.

One tool that can make life significantly easier for aquarists is a wet and dry vacuum cleaner. 

What are wet and dry vacuum cleaners?

Unlike traditional vacuum cleaners, these highly versatile machines capture large volumes of wet or dry debris, making them ideal for any fish keeper or aquarist wanting to clean out their tank or capture a spill. 

The benefits of a wet and dry vacuum cleaner for fish keepers?

Accidental spills:
Accidental spills are common when performing filter maintenance and water changes, especially with larger tanks. Instead of relying on towels to absorb a spill, which will then need a wash, a wet and dry vacuum can be used to quickly capture the liquid, reducing the chance of water damage.

Re-scaping or removing a tank:
Whether you're refreshing your tank’s interior or preparing it to sell or relocate, completely removing water, hardscape and substrate is essential. Many find this messy and tedious but using a wet and dry vacuum can make the process cleaner and much faster.

Tidying up after aqua scaping: 
Whether you're setting up a new tank or handling routine maintenance, spills from substrate, hardscape and plants are inevitable, leaving the surrounding area dusty and messy. The benefit of a wet and dry vacuum cleaner is that it can also be used to capture this dry dust and dirt.

When things go wrong:
Every fish keeper’s worst nightmare is coming home to a flooded floor caused by a cracked tank or a failed external filter. Keeping a wet and dry vacuum, like those from Vacmaster, on hand for emergencies like this can provide peace of mind that you can clean up quickly.

A wet and dry vacuum cleaner is an essential tool for any fish keeper, allowing you to handle wet and dry mess quickly and efficiently. With one less thing to worry about, you can focus on controlling algae and maintaining good water quality. 

If you're looking to buy a Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner for yourself or the fish enthusiast in your life, find our full range here.