Water mixing discussion

[ramsey]

Maybe that's what it is. I also cover it with a lid to prevent dust and other nastiness from mixing in. I think I'm going to change the way I do water changes though. I typically do about 30G every month. The problem with this is 1) stability and possible drastic parameter changes and 2) it becomes this epic ordeal. After reading Ace's 5G twice a week post, I think I'm going to do the same. It's easier each time and would not change water parameters since it's such small amounts each time. I would really like to figure out a way to automate the whole process.

[FireWater]

Ramsey, in response to the 2 changes a week - it works. On my old 90G I did twice a week 5G changes. A benefit that I found was that I had no need to dose anything extra either.

[ramsey]

Ramsey, in response to the 2 changes a week - it works. On my old 90G I did twice a week 5G changes. A benefit that I found was that I had no need to dose anything extra either.

That's good to know that you've been successful doing it. It seems like it's a better way to go since you wouldn't be dumping a ton of trace elements in the tank all at once but instead you're slowly adding them back constantly. I'm gonna give it a go!