Roland6543
Aquarium Advice Regular
What is considered to be the best type of chemical filter media?
Currently I have plenty of filtration capacity, using sponge, filter wool, carbon and Bio Max media. I also have a few plants (cabomba). I may remove the charcoal and only use in future if needed.
I'm looking for filter media that will take out spikes of ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, and possibly other nasties.
What's critical is that the media does not starve the biological media of the necessary nutrients. I am definitely not trying to replace the biological filter, just compliment it.
Of secondary importance is that the media can be regenerated. If possible that would be nice.
I know there are a lot of media available making claims, but I'm hoping someone has had a positive experience that they can share.
Currently I have plenty of filtration capacity, using sponge, filter wool, carbon and Bio Max media. I also have a few plants (cabomba). I may remove the charcoal and only use in future if needed.
I'm looking for filter media that will take out spikes of ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, and possibly other nasties.
What's critical is that the media does not starve the biological media of the necessary nutrients. I am definitely not trying to replace the biological filter, just compliment it.
Of secondary importance is that the media can be regenerated. If possible that would be nice.
I know there are a lot of media available making claims, but I'm hoping someone has had a positive experience that they can share.