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Atari · 07-04-2009, 08:15 PM

Skimmers are not really needed during cycling, and in fact don't work too well until there is an appreciable bioload. It's quite possible to do without one altogether and rely solely on water changes.

I wouldn't worry about it till you have a few fish in there.

07-04-2009, 08:15 PM	#5
Atari Aquarium Advice Addict Join Date: May 2004 Location: UK Posts: 2,168 Images: 10	Skimmers are not really needed during cycling, and in fact don't work too well until there is an appreciable bioload. It's quite possible to do without one altogether and rely solely on water changes. I wouldn't worry about it till you have a few fish in there. __________________ My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met. - Rodney Dangerfield. Click HERE to vote for Aquarium Advice!