David, owner of Hideaway Reef

About Hideaway Reef

Hideaway Reef is run by David in Northern Virginia. It started as a home reef tank and grew into a small coral shop.

Orders ship overnight with UPS, and local pickup is available by appointment. If you have questions about a piece, ask before you buy.

Tank Parameters

What the coral is grown in, so you can compare it to your tank.

Alkalinity7.5–8.5 dKH
Calcium420–450 ppm
Magnesium1350–1500 ppm
Phosphate0.10–0.30 ppm
Nitrate10–25 ppm
Salinity1.026 SG
Temperature76–80°F
pH7.5–8.3

The Shop

Hideaway Reef coral shop Coral grow-out system at Hideaway Reef Coral frags at Hideaway Reef

Tanks Over the Years

First reef tank
01First reef tank
Second reef system
02Second system
First major tank upgrade
03First major upgrade
Current display tank
04Current display