Epsom Salts to raise GH.??

DeLBoD · Post by **DeLBoD** » 20 Sep 2003, 12:03

Opinions on using Magnesium sulfate(Epsom Salts) to raise GH please.
Its commonly used in marine aquaria but I can not find much writing on freshwater use, will this method of raising GH be ok for my catfish.?

Thanks.

Post by **Silurus** » 20 Sep 2003, 12:11

It should work, at least that is what it says here.

DeLBoD · Post by **DeLBoD** » 20 Sep 2003, 12:18

Excellent link .

Thanks H.H

Post by **Dinyar** » 20 Sep 2003, 14:30

Yes, we use it from time to time. Frequently used by Rift Lake cichlid hobbyists. Also used as a macronutrient in planted tanks. But as with all chemicals in the aquarium, add slowly and use with care.

Dinyar

magnum4 · Post by **magnum4** » 20 Sep 2003, 20:33

Magnesium sulfate can be used so can calcium carbonate. I use a mix of the two to help ballance tanks in 1:4 ratio, as this is closer to natural conditions than using all magnesium.

DeLBoD · Post by **DeLBoD** » 20 Sep 2003, 21:19

Indeed youâ??re quite right magnum4. I will mix calcium carbonate for a more natural mix.

Iâ??m only aiming for a GH of 5-6 from a GH of 1 so it shouldnâ??t take much Magnesium sulfate /calcium carbonate to achieve this.
Will be adding 20 litres of buffered water every 3 days till balanced, into a 180 litre tank.

Thanks for the advise people.

Epsom Salts to raise GH.??

Epsom Salts to raise GH.??

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