Jaz187
Jazlyn
@Jaz187 · 1 year ago

Today was water test day. I’m uncertain on the alkalinity tho. Thoughts?

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User Avatar @BradMac5618 1y

Alot of this looms great! A few things I'd personally tweak PH is a bit low. Most reefs are about 8- 8.4 it can be tricky to raise and keep an tank at 8.4 especially with out dosing so 8 is fine. Your Phosphate is a bit high This can be brought down by water change but I'd also look to feed foods lighter in phosphates for a while. Brine has more Phosphate then Mysis for example so if you have issues with high Phosphate feeding more of one then the other is helpful!

User Avatar @BradMac5618 1y

Your Alk is in a decent spot as well. Many reefers aim for between 8 and 12

User Avatar @Jaz187 1y

How do I raise my ph? I believe I’ve asked someone before and got no answer. I’m doing a water change next Sunday. I feed mysis once a week then pellets throughout the week.

User Avatar @BradMac5618 1y

My preferred solution is to dose 8.4 if you need to raise alk and PH Or Balance if you need to raise your PH but not alk. Your alkalinity is good so id dose some balance (aquavitro line by seachem)

User Avatar @Jaz187 1y

Okay thanks!!

User Avatar @BradMac5618 1y

Also very curious about this maintence book you have! Looks like a great way for a new or experienced reefer to track and plan whay they need!

User Avatar @Jaz187 1y

It’s on Amazon!

User Avatar @BradMac5618 1y

Might become the next gift for a few local reefers I know!

User Avatar @CaliReef1 1y

Thank you! I was going to ask the same question! I’m tired of writing in a note pad

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