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peat granular, does it work???
I went to the store and bought Fuval Peat granular and I mix it with carbon
& zeolite granules and just waiting to see what happen if anyone knows about it please let me know ... if is good to lower the GH or no.... I'll be make new readings tomorrow ... Thanks |
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peat granular, does it work???
"...Peat moss softens water and reduces its hardness (GH). The most
effective way to soften water via peat is to aerate water for 1-2 weeks in a bucket containing peat moss. For example, get a (plastic) bucket of the appropriate size. Then, get a large quantity of peat (a gallon or more), boil it (so that it sinks), stuff it in a pillow case, and place it in the water bucket. Use an air pump to aerate it. In 1-2 weeks, the water will be softer and more acidic. Use this aged water when making partial water changes on your tank. " Taken from: http://faq.thekrib.com/begin-chem.html I was just wondering, are you putting this mixture in your PLANTED tank? Bec. if you are, the carbon will absorb some of the nutrience that your plants need. "Granular activated carbon may remove needed chelated trace elements from the water, something we certainly want to avoid. Therefore, it is not recommended for use on a continuous basis in a planted tank. Those who use either peat-based substrates or quantities of driftwood may find that their water turns yellowish or brownish. Carbon in the filter for even a few hours can usually solve this problem quickly. It should then be removed. Carbon can be used in the same manner to remove certain medications from the water if (heaven forbid!) you need to medicate your planted tank for any reason." Taken from: http://www.animalnetwork.com/fish2/a...ic/default.asp "Francisco Caamaño" wrote in message .. . I went to the store and bought Fuval Peat granular and I mix it with carbon & zeolite granules and just waiting to see what happen if anyone knows about it please let me know ... if is good to lower the GH or no.... I'll be make new readings tomorrow ... Thanks |
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peat granular, does it work???
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"Francisco Caamaño" wrote: I went to the store and bought Fuval Peat granular and I mix it with carbon & zeolite granules and just waiting to see what happen if anyone knows about it please let me know ... if is good to lower the GH or no.... I'll be make new readings tomorrow ... Thanks It depends on how hard your water is to start with. I used the granular peat, and liked it. But my water was so hard, I ended up going with the powdered Discus Buffer stuff. I just use just enough to keep the pH down to about 7.0. B -- Brian Heller It is easier to tame wild beasts than to conquer the human mind. |
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