Thinking of adding more filtration to my tank, Brute can idea, need lots of help.

Looking to add more filtration to my 220, not like I need it but hey why not? can't go wrong with filtration overkill. Here is my idea, don't really know how to design it or put it together, but I think am in the right track.

Somehow I would like the water to enter from the top and go into the tank from the bottom. Media will be in this order from bottom to top.

Pond Matrix by seachem
Lava Rock
Pot scrubbies
Coarse Pond Media
Filter Floss
Plastic Trickle Tray


I guess I need you guys for a good design :/ Pump needed / Size of pvc pipe/ Lmk please

I figured I got a 32G Brute Bin, can't just fill it all with floss O_O. Maybe replace lava rock with more scrubbies -_-

xraycer said:

If you want more bio filtration, throw in a pothos plant into that bin to suck up that nitrate.

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I just want a decent build setup and a quick description how I could start it. Like which pump to use etc.

houie925 said:

if it works with your set-up I'd make it a settling chamber, swirl filter, or radial flow filter.

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Any tips are appreciated, Thank you. I'm clueless when it comes to Sumps/Wet Dry . that's why I run 3 x Canister filters :/ . Noob Proof

davenmandy said:

You don't have an existing sump? I was going to suggest a bio reactor. Your tank isn't drilled at all? Makes it harder but not impossible. I love sumps/wet dry filters. If you can hook one of those up that would be a great start, after that use that 32 gal brute for a bio reactor.

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No i run 2 x SunSun's 304b and an Eheim 2262, my tank is not drilled and honestly am being clueless about how sumps/wet/drys work. Is the reason am reaching out to you guys -_-. I mainly want to use this brute for massive water polishing. So mechanical mainly, some bio wont hurt.