Rain Water

[pinda]

What would be the drawbacks of using rain water for a water change??? Bearing in mind that in my part of the woods we dont have acid rain.

 

[roka64]

It probably doesn't have as many of the trace elements as tap or well water, but that is just a guess....

 

[pinda]

I figured so. I am just trying to find a cheap way to do water changes, I am guessing I will use distilled water after i test it.

 

[melosu58]

I figured so. I am just trying to find a cheap way to do water changes, I am guessing I will use distilled water after i test it.

IMO this would be a better choice. Where do you live that you dont have to worry about acid rain?

 

[roka64]

A cheap way would be to invest $100 on a RO/DI unit, this will be cheaper, in the long run....

 

[tecwzrd]

Rain water may carry the risk of pollution as does tap. Collecting in non-toxic containers is also problematic for most. Best bet is ro/di for pure water.

 

[roka64]

Rain water may carry the risk of pollution as does tap. Collecting in non-toxic containers is also problematic for most. Best bet is ro/di for pure water.

Wow, they knocked down the price. I paid $99 for the 5 stage 100GPD one.

 

[melosu58]

RO/DI is the way to go. At that price you`ve got a good deal

 

[Ziggy953]

I agree! That is certainly thinking outside the "tank" though!