Pic of my 50 gallon

[Josh23]

Im currently doing bi weekly water changes.

I have never tryed to remove the debri using a turkey baster although it sounds like a good idea. I have however done the tooth brush thing and found that the algea returns in a couple weeks.

I have not really considered a skimmer upgrade because I would rather upgrade my lighting. What would you do lighting or skimmer.

Thanks
Josh