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    Why no EI in reef?

    Bleaching can be loss of algal symbionts and/or photosytnhetic pigments. It's an interesting question but I would bet that there has been significant bleaching of these corals since the original colonies were taken from the ocean. You might also like these that also describe the nutrients and...
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    Why no EI in reef?

    If these corals were on natural reefs they would be counted as bleached no doubt about it - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0960982220305716 The health is definitely sub-optimal - in many ways there is not much difference between corals bleached by temperature or a lack of...
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    Why no EI in reef?

    This paper is a good read and provides a number of examples of corals living in definitely not stable conditions: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2018.00004/full Brown corals =/= unhealthy corals. In fact I argue somewhat the opposite...
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    Why no EI in reef?

    Re - algae smother corals. Algae will have a hard time smothering live corals unless there are space around them for the algae to grow. Re - stable environment. Not necessarily true for all coral reefs. Inshore and macrotidal envrionments can have extreme daily swings in parameters and the...
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    Why no EI in reef?

    Corals aren't plants, but they are heavily reliant on their endosymbiotic algae which are essentially plants.
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    Why no EI in reef?

    He's wrong - many reefers keep some N and P in the system and corals actually need some of it. Some people are actually now dosing N and P to keep levels present. If you have the rock packed out with coral then there is no room for algae to grow. But other than that not sure that a growing...
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    Can High Temps Cause Algae?

    According to some (e.g. Green Aqua) it does. The theory might be like other said that the plants don't like it so much but it increases the metabolism of algae. My tank temperature is high at the moment due to where I live and I have a fair amount of staghorn algae, but I am about to install a...
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    Alternative lighting regime

    Sounds like a good idea to me. Would be even better if you had CO2 injection. If you have ferts then maybe it would make sense to split dosing into two (but not necessarily two halves).
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    Why we clean media?

    As others said especially the sponge at the bottom of my Eheim classic builds a lot of brown muck, and even the water surrounding the seachem matrix etc accumulates goes dark brown when I remove the matrix. Can't think that it is beneficial so worth removing.
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    New Planted Advice

    I run a 60p tank with 10 hours per day from ADA Aquasky RGB (40w of light) and CO2 at several bps coming on 1.5 hours before lights. Then I have the CO2 turning off and switching back on for 30 mins per hour at the start of the day, gradually reducing the proportion of each hour for the rest of...
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    Replacing Substrate

    I have a 60p and did a rescape recently on by draining water and adding an extra 3 L ADA Amazonia powder (very ammonia rich). The week before rescape I lost a few emperor tetras - I got a bunch of new plants in and left them floating in the tank but I think they brought in dermosporidia as...
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    excessive water changes?

    Even the high tech lean dosing route suggests 30 to 50% water changes weekly.
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    Be honest

    Hard to see - would be better with a photo zoomed out a bit and lit well without the reflection. However, I think it could like quite good if you brought the whole hardscape forward a bit and built up the back higher with substrate.
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    Bacteria in a bottle ?

    I had a 1 week cycle earlier this year with Amazonia Powder, Amazonia II and Power Sand Advance, along with a bunch of plants. The Power Sand Advance contains Bacter 100 which I guess one of ADA's equivalents of this kind of product (they also have green bacter). I can't tell you whether the...
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    IAPLC 2020 top 127

    I think that is because the judges are not ADA. It would be interesting to have a contest where it did reflect ADA because I join reading the content on their site etc.
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    Didn't do it myself but it want on a Seal AA3 Auto-Analsyer measuring NH3, NO2, DIN, PO4. Triplicate samples from each tank 3 times a week. NO3 range was 0.5 to 5 uM approx Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    I was talking about nitrate measurements not ICP :).
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    Yep they certainly didn't use the API kit to analyse the 1000s of seawater samples from my coral experiments at work but I have always found it to be pretty good for the home aquarium ;)
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    API Nitrate test kit has always worked ok for me.
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    Definitely wouldn't be adding nitrates then. You'll want to test the level in your tank as well to be sure. You should get a phosphate test kit.
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    Haven't seen the calculator but I doubt it takes into account your low plants mass and co2. These will limit the nutrients your plants use and the excess that comes with the estimative index will be going to the algae. I would not be putting NO3 and PO4 in there if your tank already has excess...
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    [HELP] Removing limescale from extra clear glass

    If you can get hydrochloric acid and soak that would 100% work. Used that to remove coralline algae at work. Best use a respiratory mask and goggles though. Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
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    [HELP] Removing limescale from extra clear glass

    If you can soak the tank in dilute acid or dilute bleach for a few hours that should help. Make sure you have a safe way to dispose of 100s of litres of these chemicals however. Otherwise a metal dish scourer might work. Don't use it in combination with bleach but should think it would be ok...
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    Too Old for these modern fishkeeping ways ?

    I got it from Kmart, free delivery so I think it is still the best price. https://www.kmart.com.au/product/mirabella-genio-wi-fi-powerboard-with-usb-ports/2737304?&gclid=CjwKCAjw1ej5BRBhEiwAfHyh1EFXOm5UnnJnpwUnl9-4ikl2twoXLNswjqLJfRXqNOwohfndURq5tBoCkOMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds TP Link are the...
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    Few problems with my little slice of nature!

    Looks like not enough plants, low light (which is ok), low co2 and too many nutrients. With the same plant mass I would suggest: Gradually increase CO2 until your fish respond badly (change in behaviour) or plants respond postively (e.g pearling). Drop checker blue/green is not good but...
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    Will liquid CO2 kill emersed algae?

    Electric toothbrush destroys algae on my silicone
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    Using super glue with Fish in the tank

    If you are quick and apply pressure it is possible to break through the cure and it will stick. It would be better to take the wood out the tank first or if you have issues with it not sticking you can apply glue underwater but it can get messy.
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    Using super glue with Fish in the tank

    Yep, but probably easiest to remove the moss from the tank, apply a very small amount of glue to a small amount of moss and stick to rock, then repeat. I have been learning that sticking the tube of the glue in the tank ends up in a mess and a tube of glue that doesn't work next time.
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    Too Old for these modern fishkeeping ways ?

    Much easier for me to press a button on my phone than try and remember which plug to unplug and then unplug it every time. Another feature of my powerboard I like is the ability to set unlimited timers by the minute. It means I can have a high dose rate on my CO2 which is ideal for getting the...
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    New setup advice

    With Aquasky RGB I went 8 hours then up to 10 hours after not too long. It helps if you plant heavy to use the light and prevent algae. Solar you might want to be more cautious. Wrt ferts I went by recommended amount and upped certains ferts if the plants complained. ADA recommend K and Mineral...
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    New setup advice

    With Aquasky RGB I am running 10 hours without issues on a 60p. Algae growth is minimal and this level of light seems fine for the plants - they are closing before lights off. I am not yet getting red colours on my Rotala colorota and H'ra which I would expect under this light dosing (although...
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    TGM's Fishless Filter Cycling

    Mine was cycled with Amazonia II and Amazonia Powder after 1 week. Heavily planted from day 1. Daily water changes around 50%. Filter had ADA bio cube (small sponge cubes) first, then 3 bags ADA NA Carbon, then an Eheim sponge last. This is the approach ADA recommend but easily replicated with...
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    New setup advice

    I have the same size tank, ADA Aquasky RGB (10 hours per day), Eheim 2215, CO2art reg (the cheaper one). Power Sand Advance S topped with Amazonia II and Amazonia Powder. Kind of wish that I didn't use the powder as it has just mixed in really. Full ADA ferts. According to API test kit my...
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    Can anyone recommend a cheap sand substrate that is available in the uk?

    Used Argos play sand a long time ago. Crypts had roots all over the tank. As others said it was quite dirty so needs a rinse.
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    Aquadip

    Ah my bad.
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    Aquadip

    Aquadip are the company that produce the Aquafleur plants that you get on Aquaessentials and in MA stores and stuff. They also do lots of frozen food hence the name.
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    old set up

    I really like the tank too, I don't think you should change it drastically but if you want to change it do it gradually.
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    Nano tank recomendation please

    Plus Hagen have actually brought out a plant nano and a shrimp nano, both are probably better suited and actually I think they are the same tank just better or similar.
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    Nano tank recomendation please

    I'd imagine it'd be tricky because the light is also the filter, although I think you could remove the whole thing and fit your own filter.
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    Nano tank recomendation please

    There's always ADA tanks that aren't too much more expensive than some others. Needs to add your own filtration and lighting though. I've just taken delivery of my TMC 8L Nano from pfk, bit small though! If you're interested in ADA tanks, I'd suggest you take a look at NeilW's journal, not set...
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    What to do with these freebies?!

    Hey, how big are they? You could try something like a couple of shrimp or fish biotopes or something side by side sorta thing? Would look nice, of course it depends if they are big enough.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Re: Oh fairs, let me know how the HC goes, I might try it but with CO2.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Re: What ferts you using and carbon source?
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Does look pretty bright, hard to tell though.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Re: Looks great, can't wait to get stuff in mine. I'll probably just use sponges as I've always gone by them, I expect I won't bother with the condensation rid or the thermometer though, not long term anyway.
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    Collecting Wood?

    Yeah I think you do have to take bark off.
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    Using The Dry Start Method

    I think initially after fill up you have to have really high co2 to ease the transition otherwise there might be problems, not sure though.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Tank came this morning :D.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Oh yeah, didn't think about a background really, bit stupid as I have a hob and a black background, the filter doesn't really get in the way much in this tank because I have a really big piece of planted wood in it.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Got my mag yesterday too, no tank though. Would be nice if it came during half term so I can quickly order some stuff to start the hardscape. Although does anyone know if they have reached retail yet, maybe they are still being sorted out?
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Yeah I guess, although to be honest I wouldn't be too keen on having a HOB on an ADA product, although I guess you could remove it for photos and stuff :P, but yea. I was planning on doing Iwaguimi on this so shouldn't need wood but if I do I can get some from work. As for rock anyway I'm...
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Yeah I'd like one but compared to the TMC I'd have to buy an external filter, lily pipes and sort out a light to make it worthwhile. Plus I don't think my rookie level of skill warrants having one anyway, going to have a proper good go at the TMC though. The key thing about these pico sort of...
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    They said allow 28 days, I don't have either yet. May well get the mag tomorrow though.
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    PFK Aquascaping Special

    Also got the magazine today, was pretty good but my main focus was looking at useful stuff for the TMC nano. Although the little section of tweezers and scissors certainly helped!
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Not sure that the PFK offer has the heater though as I don't think it's mentioned.
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Think I saw on one site that it's due in a couple of weeks or so.
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    Iwagumi in the TMC Microhabitat 8L?

    Not sure what the pH tests at recently, however in the past it's always been within the change you stated, I will see if I can find a pH test kit knocking around anyway. Although I went on my water board website earlier and it turns out my GH is only 6.27! Apparently CRS like between 4-6 or 4-10...
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    Iwagumi in the TMC Microhabitat 8L?

    Yep I do want to dose liquid carbon, what's the best one nowadays? Sorry If I came across a bit confusing! I do still have a 250ml bottle of Easycarbo which is rather full, however it's now about 2 years old so would it be best if I got fresh stuff? Also another thing to add to the original...
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    Iwagumi in the TMC Microhabitat 8L?

    Hey again everyone, just recently came back to this forum after starting marine during the past couple of years and I've thought that since I have a job now I could start investing in planted tanks again. I also apologise if this is in the wrong forum, wasn't sure if it'd be better off in the...
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    TMC AquaGro MicroHabitat - PFK Subs Offer

    Still inclined to get this, do you guys think that you could get a nice Iwaguimi in there with the LED lighting? If so what kinda plants would I be looking at?
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    PFK Aquascaping Special

    Clicking the link says £92.45, so I assume instead of paying quarterly you pay the whole outlay at once? Still I might well I have invest in this. Also does anyone know much about the tank for example the dimensions, information seems a bit scarce, of course coming from TMC it should be pretty...
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    PFK Planted Tank Special - 19 pages

    Was a good issue, but since I'm now swaying towards marines, i'll probably have to cancel my susbcription (after a year or whatever it is) and get a dedicated marine mag. Hint Hint - more marine stuff!
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    Marine Tank Setup

    This is a planted tank forum and I know only a couple of people here have experience in marines, I suggest you visit ultimatereef.net, that's where I've learned about marines over the past few months. By the way, buy second hand, everything is probably 1/2 to 1/4 of the price new. There's a...
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    Move to about 3 hours away, how to keep bacteria?

    You'll be fine. Last January when I upgraded from my 60L to my Juwel Lido I left my biomax in the bathroom in a bucket with an air pump.
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    Money no Object – Space is

    Yeah have it drilled and have a sump also. You can stick whatever you want in there and use it instead of a filter.
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    fresh water live sand?

    If the sand is 'live' then it is designed for marine use surely? Therefore I would leach stuff that you don't want it too.
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    What do you do with fish that you no longer want?

    Yeah Maidenhead will take them, my local offers to take my fish, although my parents don't approve.
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    What do you do with old hardscape?

    I'm sure people on here would pay a bomb for some of your hardscape material. (Me if I was wanting to rescape.)
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    Advice on complete rescape without causing a mini cycle

    Yeah perhaps a cheaper substrate like Tropica would be good if you can't afford the more expensive ones.
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    Advice on complete rescape without causing a mini cycle

    Substrate isn't as important if you have co2 and lots of fert dosing, but then you might want to have some plant substrate wear any root feeding plants will be.
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    Your Fishkeeping History

    Late 2005- Early 2008 - 2 1/4 years 60L Tropical Internal Filter then switched out for an External. 1/6 water change per week Had mainly just bread and butter fish that were suitable I remember a big sword and a big crypt. They were very healthy until they went down hill. I do not know why this...
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    What water conditioner do you use?

    I use Seachem prime 5ml per 200L.
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    Juwel Lido / osaka 155 question

    I have a Juwel Lido 120, don't quote me on this but what i've seen of FX5s in pictures you could probably almost get one of those in.
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    Intruder!

    Not whilst it's in the tank!
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    1st day at MA aquatics!

    Oh so I guess that's where my Maidenhead get their plants too.
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    1st day at MA aquatics!

    That could turn out great if the shop keep it going.
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    1st day at MA aquatics!

    Great my week starts on the 9th June.
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    1st day at MA aquatics!

    Cool thanks. Will give me an insight in what I'll have to do next month.
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    Are silicon fumes toxic?

    I used HA6 Silicone on my 30l and it took 24 hours.
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    The Big 500

    Yay go us.
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    I might get myself another small tank.

    7500L probable volume. Get like 5-7 FX5s lol.
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    Step-by-step planted tank video for PFK

    I will be watching to see what plants you use as I could do with some ideas for my tank, which also has Juwel standard lights, but no CO2.
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    Hickstead. Probably far away from you.
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    Woo! I just bagged my work experience at Maiden Aquatics :lol: .
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    So I put those amounts in 300ml of water?
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    Ok I might as well bring the MgSO4 down to 10 tsp then. I guess that's for use with 300ml of water? 25ml works for me because I can measure it in the easycarbo lid. Ok I will get my Mum to look out of Epsom salts. I'd assume they'd still sell if it's not for medical use? I found on the internet...
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    I don't know how much Mg is in my water, but my GH is like 7. My ferts would convert to 0.15 tsp KN03 and 0.025 KH2PO4 every other day and 0.05 tsp Trace every other day. So that's 0.525 tsp KNO3 a week and 0.0875 tsp KH2PO4 a week and 0.175 tsp trace a week. So you recomend 3X per week 0.25...
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    My lights don't have reflectors (I think that was advice from you.) The lights came with the tank, so I'd have to downgrade or something. Your mistaken about my dosing, I dose each mix on alternative days, NPK one day, Trace the other. This is what I use: The first is made up using 500ml of...
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    Small yellow spots on plants.

    I'll start with my stats: Tank: 120L Approx. / 32USG / 27 UKG (60cmL X 40cmD X 60cmH) Filter: Juwel Internal Filter 600lph, Fluval 104 480lph. Lighting: 2 x 24W Juwel T5HOs. CO2: None. Substrate: 2cm Tetraplant Complete Substrate, 1cm Pea Gravel, 4cm Argos Playsand. Fertilisers: KN03, KH2PO4...
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    Goldfish bowl - new plant selection (and exciting news too!)

    A big shame I don't live there. (I want some of that Hygro.)
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    Anyone tried Easy-Life EasyCarbo?

    Don't most knowledgeable people dose every day though?
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    Making the hobby into a business

    Basically walk-in aqua essentials.
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    I just can't resist it - Can you?

    I can't wait until I've finished my work experience (hopefully they'll offer me a job :oops: .) Just thinking visiting the lfs for 5 days straight for the whole day and being an employee... Then again they haven't accepted yet... :(
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