SW F Fishing News March 2000
Reef Ball Models are 7 inches wide, 5 inches tall and weigh 5 to 6 pounds.
We started out making models of Reef Balls for Research & Development and as sales demonstration
models. To our surprise, we took many orders for other uses. After two years of refinement, we have
figured out a way to make them in large quantities even though every one is made by hand.
It turns out that models make great saltwater aquarium pieces. And since they have such a large
amount of surface area, they can actually improve a tank's chemistry by providing a place for nitrifying
bacteria which are needed to "cycle" a tank.
Whatever your needs may be, remember that Reef Balls are infinitely interesting to look at and talk
about. The following may give you some very creative ways to "deploy" your model Reef Ball:
• Research objects for Science Fair/Projects and School Reports
• Structure for SALTWATER aquariums
• Store display
• Mangrove "planters" for seedlings (holds them in place until rooted)
• Business card holder
• Pen holder
• Candle holder (great for single folks)
• Table centerpiece
• Conversation piece
• Paper weight
• Toothbrush holder
• Desk decoration
• Remote control holder
• "Pet" reef.....
